From solar to standby power, we design home energy that works even as incentives change.
The federal tax credit for homeowner-owned solar changes after 2025, but that doesn't mean solar is over. At Solar Wave, we're adjusting with the industry so you don't have to become a policy expert.
In 2026 and beyond, we'll continue installing high-quality solar and battery systems with discounted cash pricing and a new PPA option through Lightreach. We're also expanding beyond rooftop solar — panel upgrades, EV chargers, and standby generators.
Same Solar Wave team, same craftsmanship — just more ways to keep your home powered.
At Solar Wave, we provide expert solar designs and quotes in a pressure-free environment. We are a local solar installation company, and we are here as a free resource to you.
Effortlessly request an advanced 3D solar design for your home, offering the insights you need to determine if solar is the right choice for you. Already decided solar is right for you? Request your quote and talk with an expert!
Going solar is a big decision, and most of the numbers are hard to find. We built these calculators and made them free for anyone to use — no email required, no sales call attached.
Enter your average monthly electric bill and see the system size your home needs, the panel count, and what it costs — including your net price after the Propel discount.
Estimate my systemSee how long a Powerwall, Enphase, or Franklin battery would actually keep your home running — for essentials, small appliances, or the whole house, with or without solar.
Check my runtimeBuilt on the NEC Article 220 load method, with your Colorado elevation and fuel type factored in. Pick your appliances and get a recommended Generac size with installed pricing.
Size my generatorWhether you want to own the system outright or skip the upfront cost, we'll match you with the financing that makes sense for your roof and your budget.
Buy your system at our negotiated equipment pricing.
Pay only for the power your panels produce.
Federal incentives applied upfront — you still end up owning.
We're a Denver-based, owner-operated install company — not a national door-knocking outfit. Here's what that looks like in practice.
Mix and match — many of our customers start with solar, add a battery later, and tie in a generator for full backup peace of mind.
REC Alpha Pure & Q.Peak panels paired with Enphase microinverters. Designed for Colorado roofs, snow loads, and hail.
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Tesla Powerwall 3 and Enphase IQ batteries. Keep the lights on through outages and time-shift solar into the evening.
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Whole-home standby generators that kick on automatically when the grid drops. Sized for your home, fueled by natural gas or propane.
Explore generatorsReal Colorado homeowners share what it was like to work with the Solar Wave team — from the first quote to power-on.
Don't take our word for it — read what hundreds of Front Range homeowners have to say after going solar with our team.
Whether you have asphalt shingles, concrete tile, a flat roof, or need a ground mount, we have a solution for you. Take a look at our latest projects below.
Yes, solar can save you money in a couple of ways. Going solar can lower your monthly electricity expense as well as protect you from rising utility rates in the future. How much you can save depends on the utility rates you currently pay and the incentives available to you. Solar Wave will help you forecast just how much you can save by preparing and presenting you with a fully custom solar proposal.
With net metering, you only pay for the electricity that you use beyond what your solar panels can generate. Net metering policies are set by your utility company, so it's important to review your utility company's net metering policy to understand how their billing system works.
Studies by both Zillow and Energy.gov show that you can increase the value of your home by adding solar. When you consider the utility savings your system can provide, the increase in home value is a great bonus.
Generally no, but they can with a backup solution. In a standard grid-tied solar system, your panels are required to shut down if the grid goes down — this protects power from feeding back to the grid and endangering utility workers. If you want to continue producing power during an outage, you'll need a backup power solution like a battery or generator.
Unless you are fully off-grid with backup power solutions, you'll still receive an electricity bill from your utility company. If your system is designed properly to match 100% of your energy needs, you could reduce your bill to just your utility connection charge.
Yes, but you'll need backup power solutions like batteries or generators. In some cases the county or city jurisdiction where your property is located may restrict you from going off-grid.
Solar panels are made of durable tempered glass and require little to no maintenance for the 25 to 35 years that they'll generate power. In most cases you don't even need to clean them — you can let the rain or snow take care of that. If something does happen, you'll have manufacturer warranties on all equipment installed by Solar Wave.
Generally solar can mount to any style of roof. Ideally you want solar panels on a south-facing slope, however east and west-facing slopes are suitable as well. North-facing slopes generally won't have enough direct sunlight to produce a significant amount of power.
The system you need will vary based on many factors. It all starts by speaking with an accredited Solar Wave professional — we'll ask for your past energy usage data and size a system for your specific needs.
Selling your home with solar is not a problem. Your solar warranties and even your solar financing can be transferred over to the new homeowner. To a savvy buyer, your home will be far more appealing than a house without a solar panel system.
Solar panels are constructed using tempered glass, so it takes very large hail or a major storm to damage them. After you go solar, you'll want to make sure your homeowner's insurance policy has enough coverage to replace any panels that may be damaged in a heavy storm.
A solar panel system from Solar Wave will be very durable and capable of generating electricity for 25 to 35 years. Almost all the solar equipment we offer comes standard with 25-year warranties, which protect your system well after you recoup your investment.
Starting a proposal with us only takes a few minutes — no salesperson at your door, no obligation.