Chowchilla Solar Company
Your Trusted Chowchilla 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 have completed more than 5,000 projects across Central California since our founder began installing solar in 2008, and we are triple certified with the CSLB for solar, roofing, and electrical work. Chowchilla is a short drive up Highway 99 from our Fresno headquarters, and we bring the same crews and the same warranty here that we bring to every project. Speak to a local solar expert today.
Speak to a local solar expert today.
Request a Consultation
WHY CHOOSE SUNMADE®
Solar Done Right by a Local Chowchilla 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. That matters more in a smaller community, where a national sales outfit may sign the contract and then send whichever crew is available. As the only Diamond Certified® solar company in the Central Valley, five years running, we have earned a reputation for trusted expertise and results you can count on. We are not some outside solar company. We are your neighbors, and our team is 100% in-house.
Why Go Solar With Our Chowchilla 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
Recent Installs From Your Local Chowchilla Solar Company
SOLAR INSTALLATION
How Our Chowchilla 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 just right for you. Chowchilla is served by PG&E, which means the state’s Net Billing Tariff applies here, and exported power earns far less than it did under the older rules. The practical consequence is that your system should be built around the power you use yourself rather than the power you send to the grid. Once you approve your custom solar proposal, our in-house team handles everything, from permitting with Madera County or the City of Chowchilla through PG&E interconnection, installation, and system activation. We never use subcontractors, so every step is completed by licensed professionals who work directly for us and know our high standards. The follow-up matters too: when something needs attention in year eight, you are calling a company forty minutes away, not a national call center.
Why Choose Our Chowchilla Solar Company
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-facing slopes at a 15 to 40 degree pitch maximize production in the Central Valley, though we can install high-performing systems on a variety of roof types and slopes. Asphalt shingle, metal, and concrete tile all work well; wood shake and certain flat roofs need extra evaluation.
Rural Property Options
If your roof isn't suitable, or if you have acreage to work with, we install ground-mounted solar systems and custom solar carports designed around your property. On larger parcels outside town, a ground mount often produces better and is easier to service.
Check Your Electrical Panel
Many older homes have 100-amp panels that need upgrading to 200 amps before solar can be safely installed, since the National Electrical Code requires solar to connect through a dedicated circuit. We assess this during your consultation so there are no surprises later.
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.
Certified & Accredited
SunMade® is the Central Valley's first and only Diamond Certified roofing, solar, and electrical contractor, five years running, with a 98% Customer Loyalty and 100% Helpful Expertise rating. 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 Chowchilla Solar Company Does for Your Home
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 Chowchilla 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.
Explore Solar Installation
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 PG&E. A battery also keeps essential systems running automatically through outages, which matters on rural circuits where restoration can take longer. We are a certified installer for Tesla Powerwall 3, Enphase IQ Batteries, and FranklinWH whole-home backup.
Explore Home Battery
Roofing
Your roof protects everything underneath it, so a replacement should give you decades of confidence, not just new shingles. We evaluate your roof's load capacity, perform any necessary structural work, and prepare the surface for seamless solar integration. Our certifications with Owens Corning and GAF let us offer extended manufacturer warranties covering materials and labor for up to 50 years, and we also provide professional roof repair across Madera County and Fresno.
Explore Roofing Services
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. Agricultural dust makes that more of a factor here than in town. Our certified technicians repair all major solar brands including Enphase, SolarEdge, and Tesla, whether or not we installed your system.
Explore Maintenance & Repairs
TESTIMONIALS
What Our Clients Say About Us
FAQ
Have Any Questions?
Do you actually service Chowchilla, or just Fresno?
We install throughout Central California and Chowchilla is a routine part of our service area, roughly forty minutes up Highway 99 from our Fresno headquarters. Our crews are all in-house, so the same licensed team that works in Fresno and Madera does your project, and the same team handles service calls afterward.
How do I choose the right solar company in Chowchilla, CA?
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, and we hold all three CSLB licenses required for that kind of work. We are the only Diamond Certified® solar contractor based 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.
How much does it cost to install solar in Chowchilla?
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.
How does net metering work for new solar customers in Chowchilla?
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. This is why we discuss home battery options during your consultation.
Is the 30% federal solar tax credit still available?
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.
Will going solar increase my property taxes in California?
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 Chowchilla project needs to start well ahead of the deadline.
Can I install solar on a rural property outside town?
Yes. If your roof isn’t suitable for solar, we install ground-mounted solar systems and custom solar carports to fit your property and energy needs. Acreage often makes a ground mount the better choice for production and for maintenance access.
Will my electrical panel need an upgrade before solar?
How often should I clean my solar panels?
Can I replace my roof and install solar at the same time?
FINANCING
Flexible Financing From Your Chowchilla 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.
Cash
Loan
Leasing & PPAs
GET IN TOUCH