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Bakersfield Solar Company

The Central Valley's Most Trusted Bakersfield Solar Company

SunMade® is the only Diamond Certified® solar company in the Central Valley, trusted by thousands of homeowners for high-quality solar installations. Our certification ensures verified customer satisfaction, licensed in-house crews, and long-term reliability. We are triple certified with the CSLB for solar, roofing, and electrical work, and we have completed more than 5,000 projects across Central California. Choosing a solar company in Bakersfield, CA means choosing who will stand behind the work for the next twenty-five years. Speak to a local solar expert today.

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WHY CHOOSE SUNMADE®

Solar Done Right by an Experienced Bakersfield Solar Company

Going solar is one of the smartest financial decisions you can make. It cuts your electricity bills, increases your property value, and locks in long-term energy savings year after year. At SunMade®, we make the switch simple by handling everything in-house, from custom system design to installation and ongoing support. We hold solar (C-46), roofing (C-39), and electrical (C-10) contractor’s licenses, which means one licensed company covers every part of your project rather than a chain of subcontractors. As the only Diamond Certified® solar company in the Central Valley, we have earned a reputation for trusted expertise, reliable service, and results you can count on. That is what separates us from other solar companies in Bakersfield, CA.
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Why Go Solar With Our Bakersfield Solar Company

Solar Shield Warranty

Our exclusive 25-year solar shield warranty covers all workmanship and solar penetrations for 25 years—so you’re protected for the long haul.

Fully In-House Team

No subcontractors—just licensed SunMade® pros handling your solar, roofing, and electrical with precision and care.

Only Local Diamond Certified

As the only Diamond Certified® solar contractor based in the Central Valley, SunMade® brings unmatched trust, service, and community-focused expertise to every project.

$0 Down Financing

Affordable solar is within reach with flexible financing plans that require zero upfront payment.

OUR CUSTOMERS

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SOLAR INSTALLATION

How Our Bakersfield Solar Company Can Help You

At SunMade® Energy, we make going solar simple, seamless, and stress-free, from your first quote to final inspection. It starts with a personalized consultation where we assess your home’s energy needs, roof condition, and sun exposure to design a system that is right for you. Once you approve your custom solar proposal, our in-house team handles everything, from permitting and utility paperwork to installation and system activation. Getting the utility piece right matters more in Bakersfield than most places, because most of the city sits in PG&E territory while limited areas are served by Southern California Edison, and the two have different rate structures and different interconnection processes. We confirm which one serves your address before we size anything. We never use subcontractors, so every step is completed by licensed professionals who work directly for us. Installation typically takes just a few days, and we use only premium, high-efficiency solar panels backed by industry-leading warranties.

Why Choose Our Bakersfield Solar Company

Before moving forward with your solar installation, here are a few key factors to consider to ensure your home is a great fit for solar energy.
Sun Exposure Matters

Direct sunlight helps maximize your system's efficiency. Shade from trees or nearby structures can affect performance, but our team will design the optimal solar panel layout for your home.

Roof Condition & Orientation

Your roof should be in good condition. South- or west-facing roofs are ideal, though we can install high-performing systems on a variety of roof types and slopes. If your roof needs replacement within the next ten years, coordinating both projects at once is the most cost-effective move.

Know Your Utility

Bakersfield is split between PG&E and Southern California Edison depending on the address. Your utility determines your rate plan, your export credit, and your interconnection timeline, so it is the first thing we verify.

Long-Term Solar Savings

Solar panels offer the best return when you plan to stay in your home for at least two years. The longer you stay, the more you save on electricity bills.

Ground-Mount & Carports

If your roof isn't suitable for solar, we also offer ground-mounted solar systems and custom solar carports to fit your property and energy needs.

Certified & Accredited

SunMade® is the Central Valley's first and only Diamond Certified roofing, solar, and electrical contractor. We are also CSLB triple certified, a Tesla Energy certified installer, GAF and Owens Corning certified, a FranklinWH certified installer, a member of the National Roofing Contractors Association, BBB accredited, and Forbes recommended.

OUR SERVICES

Everything Our Bakersfield Solar Company Does for Your Home

Solar is where most Bakersfield homeowners start, but your roof, your storage, and your system’s long-term performance matter just as much. Because we are licensed for solar, roofing, and electrical work, one team handles all of it.

Solar Installation

Cut your electricity bills, increase your property value, and lock in long-term energy savings year after year. We design a custom system around your Bakersfield home's energy needs, roof condition, and sun exposure, then handle everything in-house from permitting and utility paperwork through installation and system activation. We use only premium, high-efficiency panels backed by industry-leading warranties, and every install is covered by our 25-year Solar Shield Warranty.

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Home Battery Backup

Under California's NEM 3.0 policy, the value of solar exported to the grid dropped significantly, which means storing your own power is now where the savings live. Charge your battery during the day, then use that energy during peak rate hours instead of buying it back from the utility. You also stay powered through outages automatically, which matters during wildfire-related shutoffs. We are a certified installer for Tesla Powerwall 3, Enphase IQ Batteries, and FranklinWH whole-home backup.

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Roofing

Your roof protects everything underneath it, so a replacement should give you decades of confidence, not just new shingles. Our certifications with Owens Corning and GAF let us offer extended manufacturer warranties, including options covering materials and labor for up to 50 years and 50-year coverage on GAF Timberline HDZ shingles. We install premium roofing systems built for Central Valley heat and storms, handled start to finish by our own crews.

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Maintenance & Repairs

Protect the investment you have already made. Dust, pollen, bird droppings, and Central Valley air pollution can reduce panel efficiency by up to 25%, so we clean panels using safe, non-abrasive methods and spot-free deionized water. Our certified technicians repair all major solar brands including Enphase, SolarEdge, and Tesla, whether or not we installed your system, and our in-house crews handle roof repairs from emergency leaks to long-term wear.

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Look at who actually performs the work and who stands behind it afterward. SunMade® uses no subcontractors, only licensed in-house crews handling solar, roofing, and electrical. We are the only Diamond Certified® solar company in the Central Valley, a certification that requires verified customer satisfaction, and our exclusive 25-year Solar Shield Warranty covers all workmanship and solar penetrations.
It depends on your address. PG&E serves the large majority of Bakersfield ZIP codes, while Southern California Edison serves limited areas. This matters because your utility determines your rate plan, how your exported power is credited, and how long interconnection takes. We confirm your utility before designing your system so the savings projection reflects your actual rates.
Costs depend on your energy use and home layout. SunMade® offers free consultations to give you a clear, customized estimate, and we offer several financing paths including $0 down plans. We will also walk you through which incentives currently apply, since the federal picture changed on January 1, 2026.
Not for homeowners who purchase their own system. The federal Residential Clean Energy Credit under Section 25D cannot be claimed for expenditures made after December 31, 2025. The IRS treats an expenditure as made when the original installation is completed, so a system finished in 2026 does not qualify even if the contract was signed earlier. A separate federal credit still applies to third-party owned systems such as leases and PPAs, where the system owner claims it rather than the homeowner. Talk to your tax professional, and ask us how it affects the financing option you are considering.
Not if your system qualifies in time. California excludes an active solar energy system from property tax reassessment, and that exclusion becomes inoperative on January 1, 2027. Under SB 710, signed in October 2025, systems that qualify before that date keep the exclusion until the home changes ownership. Because permitting and utility interconnection take time, a Bakersfield project needs to start well ahead of the deadline to be complete and active in time.
New solar customers of PG&E, SCE, and SDG&E are on the Net Billing Tariff, approved by the California Public Utilities Commission and commonly called NEM 3.0. Power you export to the grid is credited at avoided cost rather than at the retail rate, which makes using your own production directly, and storing what you do not use, more valuable than it was under the previous rules. Both utilities serving Bakersfield operate under this tariff, so it applies to you either way. This is why we discuss home battery options during your consultation.
SunMade® provides several financing choices, including $0 down plans, low-interest solar loans, cash purchase, and lease and PPA programs, to help make solar affordable for every homeowner.
Yes. SunMade® specializes in coordinating roof replacements and solar installations in one seamless project. It is more efficient, more cost-effective, and it ensures your new roof is solar-ready from day one.
Yes. Once you approve your custom solar proposal, our in-house team handles everything from permitting and utility paperwork to installation and system activation.
We recommend cleaning your solar panels one to two times per year. In dusty Central Valley conditions, dirt, ash, and debris can reduce energy production by up to 25%.

FINANCING

Flexible Financing From Your Bakersfield Solar Company

At SunMade®, we make solar energy affordable with flexible financing options tailored to your needs. Choose from $0 down solar plans, low-interest solar loans, or hassle-free solar lease programs. Our goal is to help Central California homeowners make the switch to solar without upfront costs or financial pressure.
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