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Your home could generate thousands in savings — every year.
Get a free AI estimate of your roof's solar potential, then compare real quotes from vetted local installers — before anyone calls you.
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Avg. 20-year savings estimate
From your address to a real quote in minutes.
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Enter your address
Our AI reads your roof's satellite imagery and local sun data in seconds. No site visit, no phone call — you get a real estimate before talking to anyone.
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Review your savings estimate
See your projected annual savings, system size, and estimated payback period — specific to your home's roof and your area's utility rates.
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Choose your installer
We match you with up to 3 licensed, reviewed local installers. You decide who to speak with — and you can opt out at any point.
Every way to go solar — in one place.
Residential solar
Custom-sized systems for your home's energy usage, roof layout, and local utility rates.
Commercial
For business owners and investment property landlords looking to reduce operating costs.
Battery storage
Keep your home running during outages and store excess solar energy for evenings.
Financing options
Compare loans, leases, and power purchase agreements — side by side, without a salesperson.
Built for homeowners, not for lead brokers.
An honest estimate before anyone calls
Most solar companies make you wait for a site visit — or bury you in calls — just to get a number. We read your roof's satellite data instantly and give you a real savings projection before you speak to a single installer.
You control who contacts you
Other sites sell your information the moment you submit a form. We match you with up to 3 vetted local installers — and only the ones you approve can reach out. You can stop at any time.
Real results. Real homeowners.
“I'd gotten solar quotes before — the calls never stopped for weeks after. Solar Homebase was completely different. One form, two installers reached out, and we were signing a contract within 10 days. The savings estimate online turned out to be almost exactly right.”
David R.
58 · Scottsdale, AZ · System installed 2024
“Our electric bill dropped from $285 to $38 a month. I was skeptical the numbers would hold up — they did. And nobody pestered us. We contacted them, not the other way around.”
Karen & Tom M.
52 · Austin, TX · System installed 2023
Getting a real solar quote — before vs. after.
The old way
Call 5 installers and repeat your information each time
Wait days for a site visit just to get a ballpark price
Receive 12 calls the moment you submit a single form
With Solar Homebase
One form — instant AI estimate before anyone contacts you
Matched to installers who actually serve your address
Capped at 3 contacts. Opt out anytime, no questions asked.
Everything you need to know before deciding.
What does solar actually cost for a typical home?
Most residential systems run between $18,000 and $32,000 depending on system size, roof layout, and your state. State and utility rebates may reduce this — your installer will identify what's available in your area. Your Solar Homebase estimate will show a cost range specific to your home.
Are there any tax credits or incentives for solar in 2026?
The federal residential solar tax credit (Section 25D) was eliminated for systems installed on or after January 1, 2026. State-level credits, utility rebates, property tax exemptions, and net metering programs still vary significantly by state and can meaningfully reduce your cost. Ask your installer which incentives apply in your area — programs change frequently and a licensed local installer will know what's available.
How long until solar pays for itself?
Most homeowners in sunny-to-moderate climates see a payback period of 9–12 years, with systems lasting 25–30 years. Our estimate factors in your local utility rates and roof sun exposure to give you a realistic projection.
How long does installation take once I choose an installer?
Most installations take 1–2 days of physical work. From signing your contract to turning on your system, the full process — permitting, equipment ordering, inspection — typically takes 4–12 weeks depending on your municipality.
What if I plan to sell my house in a few years?
Studies consistently show solar increases home resale value — on average by about 4%, or roughly $15,000 on a typical home. Buyers in most markets understand and value owned solar systems. We recommend owned systems (not leases) if you're considering selling.
Is Solar Homebase an installer, or a referral service?
We're a marketplace, not an installer. We vet local installers on licensing, insurance, reviews, and workmanship warranties, then match you with up to 3 who serve your area. You choose who to speak with — and we never sell your information beyond that match.
What if my roof needs work before going solar?
If our AI estimate flags potential roof concerns, we'll note them. Many installers can assess roof condition as part of their quote. It's often worth handling roof repairs first — your installer can advise on sequencing and whether your roofer and solar contractor can coordinate.
See what solar could do for your home.
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