From solar to standby power, we design home energy that works even as incentives change.
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.
Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 47 reviews on EnergySage.
We originally found Solar Wave through EnergySage and compared several companies and proposals. They weren’t the cheapest or the most expensive, but Steve and his team stood out because of how thoroughly they explained the system, compared equipment options, answered our questions, and helped us understand exactly what we were purchasing.
What impressed us even more was the service after the installation. Solar Wave continued monitoring our system and actually contacted us when they detected an issue we didn’t even know existed. They came out and took care of it proactively.
When we moved to a new home in 2026, Solar Wave was the first company we called. We still compared other quotes, but once again their pricing, transparency, equipment recommendations, and service made the decision easy. The larger system was installed in a day, communication has remained excellent, and they continue to monitor it and stay in touch.
After two installations, Solar Wave has earned our trust. Five stars without hesitation.
Solar Wave installed battery to backup my solar system. The installation was quite extensive and I was kept in the loop the entire time. I feel the installation was quite well done and so was the explanation
We completed the install of full Enphase system with battery back up. The Solar Wave team was very knowledgeable about our options and helped us design the right system for us. Install went smoothly and the system is producing as advertised.
Solar Wave designed and installed the solar system for our new house in Louisville CO. Our design goal was Net Zero operation with a battery backup to reduce the impact of any power outage. From start to finish the process was very transparent. In design, consideration was given to the builder’s detailed energy model, and the impact of adjacent trees and buildings. Their modeling suggested we would be very close to the Net Zero goal. The system would offset approximately 90% of our projected energy needs. Three options for the system were presented. They clearly outlined the pros and cons of each with respect to equipment, operation and efficiency.
The installation process and schedule were clearly defined. The crew communicated their individual tasks and schedules, so we knew exactly who was on site, what they were going to do, when they were doing it and what they needed from us. I was particularly impressed with the approach to organizing and installing the exterior equipment. They carefully considered the arrangement of the equipment from both the technical and aesthetic aspects.
To date (April through August) our system has generated 133% of our energy use. We imported 1.7kWh and exported 2.7kWh. I expect that by the end of the first year we will be very close to their design projections and Net Zero operation.
I highly recommend Solar Wave.
Our experience with Solar Wave exceeded expectations in every way. Steve spent time and effort to help us understand all the aspects of installing a PV system and a battery backup system. The crews who did the work arrived on time, were friendly and willing to explain what they were doing, listened to our concerns, completed the job in the expected time-frame, and did not leave a mess. They even helped when the inspector required us to make some changes to our landscaping to accommodate the new systems.
Being a homeowner, it can be painful to deal with repair, remodel, installation, or construction companies, but Steve and his crew did a wonderful job for us.
We encourage you to consider working with Solar Wave for your energy needs.
It is a pleasure to commend Shamey Houskeeper, who carefully, professionally, expertly, and patiently shepherded our solar panel/battery system installation from the day we signed the paperwork to the project's recent completion. She was in every sense a joy to work with at every stage of the process, and scrupulously attended to our every concern. It would literally be impossible to exaggerate our satisfaction with her performance. Bravo, Shamey!
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.