Solar Electrical Systems

Lake Sherwood, CA

20kW – Lightweight Concrete Tile Roof Mount

Savings per month – $1,100

When this family went solar, they not only reduced their electric bill, but they also reduced their tax bill significantly.  California solar power systems now cost 30% less with the Residential Federal Tax Credit.  A Southern California solar power system is also property tax exempt and can increase your property value by 3%.  Contact Solar Electrical Systems today and take full advantage of owning a solar powered home.  Our experienced specialists can also help you maximize the solar rebates, grants and tax incentives that you’re entitled to.  Who says that taxes have to be one of life’s certainties?  Go solar and save!

Santa Barbara, CA

13.44kW System on Recyclable Fireproof Rubber Roof

Savings per month:  $820

This idyllic home was made even more attractive with the addition of a solar electrical system.  Recent fires played an important part in the decision of this homeowner to go solar.  Blending in fireproof roofs with a solar power system provides peace of mind in high fire-risk areas, and the 30% Residential Federal Tax Credit can be applied to the part of the new roof that is covered by the solar electrical system.  You can save money and make your home safer at the same time.  Call Solar Electrical Systems today for more information on installing solar power in high fire-risk areas.

North Ranch, CA

14.10kW  Residential Solar Power System

Savings per Month: $650

This homeowner was desperate to reduce his monthly electric bill, so he turned a steep unusable hillside on his property into a power plant. The solar electrical system eliminates his highest-priced electricity and reduces his electric bill dramatically. Rebates and tax incentives paid for half of the system, resulting in a return on investment of only 3 to 5 years. By going solar, the owner will save $750,000 after-tax dollars over the next 25 years.

Hollywood Hills, CA

24kW Residential Solar Power System

Savings per month – $600

Looking to go green like this Southern California family?  Solar panels are the single most effective way to reduce your home’s carbon footprint, do your part to fight global warming and save on the rising cost of electricity.  The typical U.S. household emits 21 tons of CO2 per year.  A solar electrical system combined with simple energy saving tips can eliminate that entirely.  Please see our Go Green section for simple suggestions on how to make your household more energy efficient while dramatically cutting your electric bills.

Westlake Village, CA

6.4kW Residential Solar Power System

Savings per Month:          $400

This Westlake Village homeowner wanted to reduce his $400 monthly electric bill by going solar.  His solar electrical system exceeded his expectations, completely eliminating his electric bill.  The system consists of 32 Kyocera 200-watt high-output modules mounted on a custom concrete tile roof.  Rebates and tax incentives paid for almost half of the project, and the system will save the homeowner over $225,000 after tax dollars over the next 20 years. When the job was complete, he raved about the SES team, saying, “The installation team was truly professional and courteous throughout the job.   I was overly impressed.  You have a great team and in turn a great company.  I made the right choice.”

Agoura, CA

36kW Ground Mount System on Very Steep Hillside

Savings per month – $1,800

This homeowner didn’t have roof space for a large solar power system and worried that he would never find the right solar power solution for his Agoura Hills home. Instead of merely mounting the solar panels on the roof, Solar Electrical Systems took full advantage of a very steep nearby hillside to install a ground-mounted 36kW system. Not only does it save the customer a whopping $1,800 per month, but it also significantly raised the value of the home.  According to a study done for the United States Environmental Protection Agency’s Energy Star Program, the market value of a home increases by as much as $20 for every dollar reduction in the annual utility bill.

Camarillo, CA

14.4kW Residential Solar Power System

Savings per month:  $720

A solar power system by Solar Electrical Systems can help you reduce or eliminate your electric bill, but it can shave thousands of dollars off your tax bill, too.  California solar power systems can take advantage of the 30% Residential Federal Tax Credit and other tax incentives. You pay less in taxes this year, and less in electricity for the next 30 years!  A Southern California solar power system is also property tax exempt and can increase your property value by 3%. Contact Solar Electrical Systems today and take full advantage of owning a solar powered home.  Who says that taxes have to be one of life’s certainties? Go solar and save!

Pasadena, CA

21.6kW Residential System on Main and Guest Houses

Saving per month: $1,200

This beautiful property has been featured as a Pasadena Showcase Home, and it has been made even more attractive with the addition of two solar power systems.  The 16.8kW solar system on the main house and the 4.83 system on the guest house eliminate electric bills for the property.  With an experience company like Solar Electrical Systems doing the solar design and installation, solar can be incorporated into historic properties, and if a structure was built before 1936, an additional 10% Federal Tax Credit is available.  

Camarillo, CA

40kW – Flat Concrete Tile

Savings per month – $2,000

This attractive solar power system was installed on a steep 5:12 pitch (30 degrees) concrete tile roof. The homeowner’s previously high electric bill is reduced significantly by the 50kWh per day output provided by this high-quality solar system. Solar power incentives, rebates, and tax credits for homes and home businesses allowed this homeowner a great return on his investment in less time than he thought possible. In addition, the solar power system has increased the value of this Camarillo home since its installation, and is exempt from property taxes.  Call Solar Electrical Systems today to see what savings solar can bring to you.

Pacific Palisades, CA

14.4kW Malibu Residential System

Savings per Month: $680

 Once the owners spotted this gorgeous location nestled along Pacific Coast Highway overlooking Santa Monica Bay, they decided to remodel the existing house into their dream home.  That’s the best time to call Solar Electrical Systems.  Our solar designers worked with the architect and contractors to maximize the home’s energy efficiency, and provide the owners with the most power for their dollar.  The solar electrical system will save them $350,000 in electrical costs over the next 30 years.

Westlake Village, CA

6.72kW Westlake Village Residential System

Savings per Month:   $275

The owners of this beautiful home, situated right on a golf course, wanted to go solar, but their HOA didn’t want neighbors to see the solar electrical system from the front of the house.   Solar Electrical Systems designed their system to accommodate the HOA requests, without compromising performance.   SES is here to make solar simple for you.  We handle all the paperwork necessary for rebates, interconnection agreements, permits and HOA approvals so you don’t have to.

Pasadena, CA

7kW – Three-Tab Composition Shingle Roof

Savings per month – $350

Many home owners with pools and water features are looking for ways to reduce their electric bills.  Many consider hot water systems, but don’t realize that a solar electrical system (PV) may be an even better solution to the high cost of electricity.  Solar-powered hot water systems usually cost less to install, but only last a meager 10 years or so.  However, a solar electrical system from SES will reduce your electric bill, pay for itself in five to seven years and last for 30 years or more!  Call us today for an analysis of your home, and find out which system will fit your needs, last the longest and give you the most power for your dollar. 

Ventura, CA

14kW Residential Roof Mounted System

Savings per month: $700

Often Solar Electrical Systems has to overcome specific obstacles when tackling a new project. In those cases, we rely on our years of experience and custom-designed solar power systems to give the customer exactly what they want. In this case, however, it was almost too easy. This Ventura County homeowner has a large roof that is completely open to the sky without a single shade issue. In other words, it’s perfect for solar. The 14kW system installed by Solar Electrical Systems saves them over $700 per month on their electric bill. Solar Electrical Systems custom designs each system to ensure every customer gets the most power for their dollar. We use only the highest quality products so our customers end up with a powerful, long-lasting, hassle-free solar energy system.

Pacific Palisades, CA

8.4kW Residential Solar Power System

Savings per Month:   $275

This owner was very interested in removing all toxins from her family’s environment.  The result was a major green remodel.  The house was taken down to the studs, and eco-friendly denim insulation and other natural products were used throughout the home. An energy management system, energy-efficient lighting, a solar pool hot water system, and a solar electrical system make this one of the greenest houses around, and will save the owners over $600,000 in electric costs over the next 30 years.

North Ranch, CA

36kW – Ground Mount with 800 sq ft Hot Water Panels

Savings per month – $2,300

Exercising the Solar Rights Act, open space covenants were breached for the first time for this solar installation. Solar Electrical Systems draws on years of solar electrical experience to handle all land use and zoning issues for you. At the same time, we make sure that you take full advantage of the savings offered by today’s huge solar tax credits, while providing you with valuable strategies that will enhance the money-saving power of your solar electrical system. This customer in particular raved, “I can’t wait to see my Southern California Edison bill!” He was extremely pleased when he found out his monthly savings were well over $2,000.

Brentwood, CA

21kW – Multiple Roof Solar Power System

Savings per month – $530

In Los Angeles, as temperatures climb, so does your electric bill—unless of course you have a solar power system from Solar Electrical Systems.  This solar system used every non-visible square inch of space on six different roofs to maximize power output and efficiency.  In addition to bringing down the electric bill, the solar power system cooled the roof and reduced the air conditioning load by 10-15%.  Don’t let summer electric bills go through the roof…put a cost-effective SES solar system up there instead!

Westlake Village, CA

12.2kW – Flat Concrete Tile

Savings per month – $732

The Johanson family of Westlake Village has taken tremendous steps to make their 70’s ranch style home as green as possible and reduce their carbon footprint.  They repainted the house with low-VOC paint, replaced all of their windows with double-glazed windows, and purchased only Energy Star certified appliances.  But something was missing until they invested in the power of solar with not one, but two solar electrical systems that are so efficient that they more than eliminate the home’s electric bill.  The 9kW system on the roof is comprised of 44 Kyocera 205-watt modules, and the 3.2kW patio cover system is comprised of 12 translucent Schott 265-watt panels.  The solar power system panels were mounted on top of an existing concrete tile roof that was structurally reinforced in the attic to ensure stability and longevity.  

Pacific Palisades, CA
24kW – Ground Mount on Steep Hillside
Savings per month – $1,200

Installing solar on this Pacific Palisades residence meant dealing with the Coastal Commission and a steep hillside. Solar Electrical Systems’ specialized experience in coastal areas made the solar installation process a simple one. The result? The former steep, unusable hillside was turned into a reliable moneymaker for the proud owners. 

Thousand Oaks, CA
4.32kW – Residential Solar Power System
Savings per month:  $260

When this homeowner needed a new roof, he decided to install a solar electrical system at the same time.  Solar Electrical Systems worked closely with the roofing contractor, making the whole process efficient and seamless, and saving the owner a lot of money.  When a solar electrical system is added at the same time a roof is replaced, the homeowner can apply the 30% Residential Tax Credit to the solar electrical system, and the part of the roof that the system covers.  The owner has reduced his electric bill by 70%, and couldn’t be happier.  He said, “I’m spending 30% of what I was spending before, and I’ve added air conditioning.  Everyone is impressed when they see the solar electrical system.”

Hermosa Beach, CA
9kW – Beachfront Solar Power System
Savings per month – $450

Beachfront property seems like a natural fit for a solar power solution, but the location can also mean a lot of wear and tear on the solar equipment itself. Solar Electrical Systems specializes in beachfront solar installations, making sure the proper stainless steel and brass hardware is used to withstand the highly corrosive conditions near the ocean. The owners of this beautiful beach bungalow reduced their monthly electric bill by over $450 and increased the value of their property by going solar. It’s easy and cost effective to go solar with Solar Electrical Systems. Give us a call today to see how much money we can save you.

Newbury Park, CA
6.72kW Residential Solar Power System
Savings per month:  $410

In shock over your summer electric bill?  Air conditioning, pool pumps, and other summer expenses send your bill sky-high.  A solar power system by Solar Electrical Systems can eliminate your electric bill, or bring you down into the lower tiers so you pay a lower electric rate.  Solar also cools your roof and reduces your air conditioning load by 10 to 15% just by shading your roof.  Your house stays cooler with less air conditioning and you save even more money during those hot summer months.

Palm Springs, CA

9kW – Low-Profile, Foam Over, T&G on 8’O.C. I Beams

Savings per month – $450

Solar Electrical Systems would never back down from a unique challenge like this custom Palm Springs sustainable architecture home.  Using advanced CAD software, we were able to design and transmit detailed drawings and quotes to the client within hours of receiving the complex roof layout.  We designed the solar system to work around obstructions and obstacles, while ensuring the integrity of the roof and passive shading design remained intact.  SES has years of experience working with architects, sustainable projects, general contractors and building companies.  This background and expertise guarantees that we can meet all solar electrical design and installation challenges with our custom-built solar power systems.

La Canada, CA
23kW – Cantilevered Ground Mount System
Savings per month – $1,100

Before their SES solar power system was installed, this custom home’s monthly electric bill could easily reach over $1,300. The homeowner asked Solar Electrical Systems to install an 11.5kW solar power system on the ridge behind his home that would not be visible from the road. The custom cantilevered, ground-mount system was designed to withstand hilltop winds and even the seismic loads of a Southern California earthquake. The solar electrical system worked so well that the homeowner added another 11.5kW of solar power to slash his electric bill to only $100 a month.

Newbury Park, CA
3kW-Classic Spanish Tile Roof Mount
Savings per month – $150

The solar power system on this classic Spanish Tile roof reduced the homeowner’s electric bills from $180 per month to less than $30. Solar Electrical Systems drew upon its extensive roofing experience to add structural reinforcement for the vaulted ceilings and even a new roof waterproofing system to improve and add value to the home. The solar power system is also a hedge against inflation and electric rate increases.  It doesn’t matter what kind of roof you have, our 30 years of experience and custom-designed solar power systems can give you exactly what you need—a lower monthly power bill.

Santa Barbara, CA
33kW Ground Mount on Steep Hillside
Savings per month – $1,650

This house was on a narrow winding road that made it impossible to transport the solar panels to the site by truck. Never short on innovative ideas, Solar Electrical Systems used a helicopter to lift the equipment into place. SES has over 30 years of experience installing high-efficiency solar power systems, so we have no trouble handling design and installation challenges like this one. Customer Seymour Fletcher said, “Solar Electrical Systems has a top-notch crew that did a high-quality job in difficult terrain. The system is working exactly as promised. I felt comfortable right from the start that everyone knew what they were doing.” Now, the 33kW ground-mount system saves Fletcher $1,650 per month, reducing his electric bill by 85% - 90%. Fletcher joked, “Now my wife can leave the lights on longer!”

Malibu, CA

12.5kW

Savings per month – $625

This installation features a ground-mount system to accommodate our high-profile client’s need for both privacy and security.  This type of solar power system is also perfect for use in sensitive areas like “open space” and Coastal Commission areas under the Solar Rights Act.  Solar Electrical Systems has helped thousands of customers reduce or eliminate their electric bills with the efficient power of solar energy.  We work with manufacturers and use proven technology that fits each client’s requirements for the best-performing and longest-lasting solar electrical system available today.

Carpinteria, CA

6kW – Coastal Commission Solar Power

Savings per month – $300

The solar electrical system installed by SES on this beautiful house by the beach saves the owner $300 per month. The location posed some challenges because construction needed a coastal permit to proceed. Thankfully, Solar Electrical Systems has 30 years of Coastal Commission construction expertise and is able to comply to even the most stringent regulations. Let Solar Electrical Systems bypass the red tape and simplify the process of obtaining the necessary permits. The sooner you go solar with an SES solar energy system, the sooner you can start saving! Give us a call today to find the perfect money-saving solar solution for your coastal property.

Lake Shasta, CA
10kW – Integrated with Batteries and Backup Power
Savings per month: $500

The owner of this log cabin situated on a 5-acre lake wanted back-up power available should the utility power be interrupted. A 10kW grid-tied solar electrical system was installed with batteries capable of storing the power generated by the solar panels. In the event of a power outage, the cabin is covered until normal electricity service is restored. This seamless, attractive solar system look is the result of carefully integrating state-of-the-art solar panels with the pre-existing roof tile. Ask about our integrated solar solutions when you call!

Simi Valley, CA
6kW – Patio Cover System
Savings per month – $300

This Simi Valley home is proof that solar power systems from SES aren’t limited to roof installations. We specialize in ground-mounted solar panels, patio cover solar panels and solar carports too!  These homeowners got some much-needed shade for their backyard and a lower electric bill by installing a solar patio cover system.  Even if you don’t have a lot of room, we can find a way to perfectly fit your solar needs.

Palmdale, CA
5kW – Electric Bill Reduction System
Savings per month – $250

This Palmdale homeowner wanted to reduce his electric bill, especially during the hot summer months. The 5kW roof mounted system ended up cutting his electric bill in half, resulting in huge savings for this very happy customer. The SES solar electrical system also shades and cools his roof, saving an additional 10 – 15% on his former air conditioning load. A custom-built energy-saving solution from Solar Electrical Systems is just the thing you need to keep cool, go green, and save money.

San Clemente Villas, a beautiful assisted living facility, had an ambitious plan to save money and go green.  They decided to install not one, not two, but three solar electrical systems.  One was installed on the rooftop, one on a solar carport, and one on a steep hillside.  Solar Electrical Systems was chosen for the projects because of their long PV history and their reputation with San Clemente Building & Safety for making difficult installations go smoothly.  The hillside system posed the biggest challenge because of the unstable, shifting soil, but SES’s years of experience turned the unusable hillside into a solar power plant.  San Clemente Villas now boasts the largest PV system on an assisted living facility in the United States.  With rebates and tax incentives paying for 87% of the project, the solar electrical system will pay for itself in 4 years, and save the owners over $16 million dollars over the next 30 years.  The hillside solar electrical system, visible to thousands of commuters on the 5 freeway, is a powerful illustration of the benefits of solar energy.

Orange County, CA
50kW Commercial Solar Power System
Savings per month – $1,150

This beautiful brand-new medical office building had an innovative roofing design, and SES did extra design work to maximize the area of the solar electrical system on the triangular sections of the roof.  The panels were installed over cool roof foam on Robertson roofing.  But the numbers are the real story.  Rebates and tax incentives offset the cost of the system by an incredible 73%, bringing the return on investment to just 5 years.  The system will save the owners over $2 million dollars over the next 30 years.

Los Angeles, CA
145kW – Commercial Solar Power System
Savings per month:  $2,100

When Laidlaw’s Harley-Davidson, the largest Harley-Davidson dealership west of the Rockies, built their current home, they took that opportunity to “green” their business.  Solar panels cover most of the roof, saving over $25,000 in electrical costs each year.  The solar inverters are monitored weekly, and the solar power panels are cleaned quarterly to maximize their efficiency.  SES used a non-penetrating system to mount the panels on the roof, which provided the greatest flexibility in design.  Rebates and tax incentives paid for over 78% of the project, and the owners will save over $1.5 million over the next 30 years.

Palm Springs, CA
43kW – Sawtooth Standing Seam Roof
Savings per month – $1,300

The owner of Dink’s restaurant wanted it to be the first solar-powered restaurant in Palm Springs. He chose Solar Electrical Systems for the job after he saw our detailed CAD drawings and was impressed by a thorough on-site walk-through with one of our solar designers. Solar Electrical Systems completed the project in 90 days, adapting our work schedule to deal with the summer heat. Work started at 4:30 in the morning and stopped when it became too hot to work on the roof. The unusual roof shape was an installation challenge, but the finished product definitely makes a strong statement. It just proves again that we can adapt our custom-designed solar electrical systems to just about any situation. If you have a strange roof situation, go ahead and give Solar Electrical Systems a call. We love a challenge.

Apple Valley, CA
36kW – Commercial Solar Power System
Savings per month - $1,000

Solar Electrical Systems installed solar on two bank branches in Southern California, saving them $27,000 on electric bills each year. Solar power is one of the best investments you can make today, outperforming stocks and real estate with a projected return on investment of only three to eight years. With electric rates increasing annually, solar is such a good place to put your money that even the banks are investing in it!

Santa Ana, CA
178kW – Grid Tied Roof Mounted Solar Power
Savings per month – $8,900

Trimco, the largest custom door and window company in Orange County, is known for their quality and reliability. So when they decided to go solar, they contacted Solar Electrical Systems, also known industry-wide for the highest-quality products, efficient installation methods, and outstanding customer service. After rebates and tax incentives, Trimco’s new 178kW system cost only $446,000. Four years later, the system had already paid for itself. In fact, the SES solar power system at Trimco was so efficient (15% to 20% above rated capacity) that it was rated the best performing commercial system in the entire state of California.

Culver City, CA
121kW – Grid Tied Commercial Solar Power
Savings per month – $6,050

Helms Bakery is an 11-acre historic art deco retail revival project in Culver City, with a high number of architects in residence. Solar Electrical Systems was chosen as the solar partner for the project because of our commitment to providing the best-looking and best-performing systems in the business. Because of the property’s energy improvements and green initiatives, they now have a three-year waiting list for office rental space, and the project has been an essential part of the revitalization of Culver City. Helms Bakery qualified as a historic building, and as such was entitled to an extra 10% Federal Tax Credit when solar was installed. Rebates and tax incentives reduced the cost of the system by an astonishing 96% and brought the return on investment down to just a little over two years.

Culver City, CA
20kW – Solar Carport
Savings per month – $1,000

This solar carport was added to the historic Helms Bakery property after the owner was so pleased with his roof-mounted solar electrical system that he wanted to add even more. Not only does the solar powered carport from Solar Electrical Systems provide shade for the cars, but it also contains four electric vehicle charging stations to encourage motorists to think green. Solar carports and shadeports allow commercial owners to turn large parking lots into their own power plants, and there are numerous commercial rebates and incentives to go solar. With our help, the return on investment can be as little as 3 years.

Venice, CA
20kW Retail/Residential Solar Power
Savings per month – $1,000

This roof-mounted SES solar electrical system in Venice powers retail stores on the bottom floor of this building, in addition to the residential units above. The owner saves money on his electric bill, but the advantages of installing a commercial solar power system help him save big money on taxes, too. Business owners enjoy tax incentives that can allow a system to pay for itself in as few as three years. Call Solar Electrical Systems today to find out more about the incredible tax savings you’re eligible for once you make the jump to solar.

Sherman Oaks, CA
121kW – Steel Beam Building
Savings per month – $6,050

On busy Ventura Blvd. in Sherman Oaks, two buildings get their power from the sun with commercial solar electrical systems. The adjoining buildings were ideal candidates for commercial solar power because they needed re-roofing, and most of the electricity is consumed during the day. At the time, the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power was offering the best solar rebate in the nation. Because of rebates and tax incentives, this project paid for itself in just three years for an excellent return on investment. As California’s resident solar energy experts, Solar Electrical Systems is more than happy to help you collect all the rebates and tax incentives you deserve for installing a new SES solar system for your business.

Santa Barbara Harley Davidson
37.5kW – Roof Mounted Commercial Solar Power
Savings per month – $1,875

This 37.5kW solar power system is only the first phase of a project that Harley Davidson shop owners Marty Cherrie and Jed Renshaw hope will shrink their Southern California Edison bill down to zero. Over 3,380 square feet of roof-mounted solar electrical system panels on the south side of their building powers every electrical device within, including halogen lights and air-conditioning. “The solar panels provide enough electricity to actually spin the electric meters backwards when usage is low,” said Marty Cherrie. “With rebates and tax incentives paying for about 80% of the project, solar just makes economic sense. I highly recommend it.”

Santa Monica, CA
14.3kW – Residence and Business
Savings per month – $715

This solar electrical system powers both a residence and a business. Homeowners with home-based businesses can take advantage of many additional tax incentives when they switch to solar power systems, bringing the return on investment down to five years or less. If you operate a home-based business, call Solar Electrical Systems and find out why going solar is one of the smartest business moves you can make today.

Newbury Park, CA
29kW – New Tilt-up Glulam Building Cool Roof
Savings per month – $1,450

This 29kW solar power system was installed on a new tilt-up, Glulam 20,000 sq ft building. California law states that if you work on a commercial roof, you must now apply a cool roof coating that can reduce the roof temperature by 30 degrees. With the cool roof applied and the solar panels shading most of the roof, the AC bill was cut in half, while the electric bill was eliminated by the solar power system. The owner was pleasantly surprised, but that’s just the power of solar from Solar Electrical Systems.

Calabasas, CA
36kW Commercial Solar Power
Savings per month – $1,800

Right off the 101 freeway in the scenic corridor zone of Malibu Canyon stands the first solar powered gas station in Los Angeles County.  Installed by Solar Electrical Systems, this project required multiple rebates and detailed coordination because of its uniquely restrictive scenic corridor surroundings.  Despite all obstacles, Solar Electrical Systems was able to complete the project due to our 30 years of experience in complex solar electrical power construction issues.

This compact mobile solar power generating system can power a small town or be airlifted to provide quiet power for movie productions in remote areas.  Designed to withstand 140 miles per hour winds and built to standard shipping container tolerances, it’s perfect for mobile communications, emergency preparedness, military applications and public safety.  The system was installed on wheeled containers and consists of four 40-foot long cargo containers with 512 75-watt solar modules, 66kW dc-to-ac inverters, 500kW of battery storage and two 100kW diesel generators.  24-hours notice is all that is required to deploy the Portable Solar Power System.  The entire project, from custom design to installation, took Solar Electrical Systems only 90 days to complete. 

Westlake Village, CA

19kW – Roof Mounted Commercial Solar Power System with Battery Back-up

Savings per month – $1,000

Everyone is going green these days and doing their part to save the planet.  At Solar Electrical Systems, we make it a priority to practice what we preach. We were green long before green was cool, and now our facilities, our homes and our cars all have cost-effective, planet-saving solar energy systems. No other solar company can say that. This particular solar power system sits on our Westlake Village, CA office roof, and the battery backup system provides power to servers during the occasional power outages. It’s a great feeling to know we’re helping the environment, saving money and securing ourselves against technical difficulties in the future. Experience the confidence that only Solar Electrical Systems can give you. Give us a call today!

Ventura, CA
15kW – Flat Glulam Cool Roof
Savings per month – $750

After the state power crisis put a major dent in his profits, ABC AutoCare owner Lee Lizarraga installed his commercial SES solar power system. To his pleasant surprise, he watched his entire electric bill plummet by 90%. Every electric device at this one-story repair shop in Ventura, California, is powered by the roof-mounted solar power system. Rebates, tax incentives, and a low-interest loan made solar power a smart move for this savvy business owner. Lizarraga said, “All our electrical needs are met without using one single watt from the electric grid. We are daily generating more electricity than we are using.” Would you like this to be your story? Give the solar power experts at Solar Electrical Systems a call today.

Los Angeles, CA
30kW – Affordable Housing Solar Power System
Savings per month:  $2,000

Welcome to the affordable housing of the future!  This building in Los Angeles uses solar energy to bring costs down for both owners and tenants, and is also aesthetically pleasing, with patio decks and open air spaces.  SES worked closely with the Los Angeles Housing Authority, the architect and general contractor to make necessary structural reinforcements and rearrange some rooftop equipment.  This maximized the size of the solar system and provides the greatest tenant benefit.

Irvine, CA
90kW  Affordable Housing Solar Power System on Concrete Tile
Savings per month – $2,000

Solar Electrical Systems installed a photovoltaic system on the Irvine Inn, the first CSI MASH affordable housing project in California.  Irvine Inn’s owners were quick to see the advantages of investing in solar, so they hired Solar Electrical Systems because of their vast experience and long track record in the Southern California solar market.  The solar electrical system eliminates electric bills for both the owner and the tenants in order to keep rents affordable.  With rebates and tax incentives, the $585,000 project cost less than $105,000 out-of-pocket.  In six years, the solar installation will pay for itself in solar savings; over the next 30 years, the owners and tenants will save more than $5 million combined.

Venice, CA
18kW Vertical and Canopy Façade-Mounted System
Savings per month – $900

Solar Electrical Systems took on the challenge of this unusual project by designing an attachment system and layout to meet the client’s very specific needs and wishes. Solar Electrical Systems has a full department for architect, builder, and general contractor support to ensure the highest level of service, product and longevity for every solar system we install. Using the latest CAD software, we are able to design and transmit detailed drawings and quotes within hours of receiving a roof layout and elevations.

Los Angeles, CA

42kW – 100 Unit Affordable Housing Solar Power System

Savings per month – $1,000

New federal, state, county and financial regulations mandate green building practices for affordable housing projects.  Millions of dollars are available on a first-come, first-served competitive bid basis for affordable housing retrofits and energy-efficient remodels. In addition, low-cost, green 7A and SBA 504 loans are available to help fund these energy-efficient projects. Solar Electrical Systems offers a great way for affordable housing to go green by lowering electric costs for both tenants and renters in order to keep rents down. SES worked with the architects and builders to plan this solar power system while the building was in its early conceptual phase. In the process, we were able to initiate several changes that saved the grateful owner thousands of construction dollars.

Richmond, CA
50kW – Affordable Housing Solar Power System
Savings per month – $2,500

Solar power and other energy efficiency measures improved the quality of life at this Housing and Urban Development (HUD) complex. Double-pane windows, solar hot water, energy-efficient appliances, cable TV, security cameras and entry gates saved both tenants and owners money. At the same time, SES solar power systems installed on four of the roofs brought down resident electric bills even more. The solar electrical systems also provided a quick return on investment for this real estate investment trust.

Los Angeles, CA
360kW – Shadeport Solar Power System
Savings per month – $6,000

Government Installations are under federal mandate to reduce energy usage 30% by 2015, and increase the use of renewable energy 7.5% by 2013.  The Los Angeles Air Force Base met those steep requirements by installing solar electrical shadeports.  Solar Electrical Systems was chosen for the project because of their innovative design, efficient installation schedule and proven superior quality.  This project is unique because it was the first time modules were panelized (seven modules combined into one long panel) in the factory and shipped directly to the site, saving 20 - 30% in on-site labor costs.  The three-phase project was completed in three short months and is projected to result in over $12.5 million in energy savings over the next 30 years.

Ojai, CA
85kW – Three-Sided Non-Profit Summer Camp
Savings per month – $4,250

Camp Ramah goes solar! Solar Electrical Systems installed one of the largest non-profit solar power systems in California at Camp Ramah, a summer camp situated on 90 acres in the heart of the Ojai Valley. The 90kW three-sided system installed on the dining hall provides one-third of the camp’s total energy needs and includes a state-of-the-art monitoring system with two 32” LCD displays for educational and camp presentations.

Glendale, CA
23kW Non-Profit System on three Buildings
Savings per month – $600

Camp Max Straus serves 1,000 Los Angeles County underprivileged children between the ages of 7 and 12 each summer, and is open to children of all races and religions.  The solar electrical systems on three of the buildings save the camp over $7,000 a year, with this money going back to programs for the campers, such as dance, drama, photography and music.

Victorville, CA
45kW – Commercial Solar Power System
Savings per month – $1,240

Solar Electrical Systems installed solar on two bank branches in Southern California, saving them $27,000 on electric bills each year. Solar power is one of the best investments you can make today, outperforming stocks and real estate with a projected return on investment of only three to eight years. With electric rates increasing annually, solar is such a good place to put your money that even the banks are investing in it!

Thousand Oaks, CA

75kW Apartment Solar Carport System

Savings per month - $1,500

The owners of this apartment complex decided to put in new carports and install solar at the same time, qualifying for the 30% federal tax credit and depreciation on the carports, new paving, and new upgraded electrical services, in additlion to the solar electrical system.  Rebates and tax incentives paid for 85% of the project, and the owners will shave $18,000 off their electric bills the first year.  The system will save them over $4 million over the next 25 years.  Solar Electrical Systems has extensive experience in multi-tenant solar installations, both rooftop and carport.  Call us today for more information on solar's incredible advantages for apartment owners.