A Portland Solar Company With Battery Backup Solutions
GREATER PORTLAND SOLAR + STORAGE DESIGN AND INSTALLATION
Reduce your
carbon footprint
Shrink your
electric bill
Go solar with
confidence
Reduce your carbon footprint
Shrink your electric bill
Go solar with confidence
Solar Energy For Your Home
Tired of Paying of Paying High Utility Bills?
A Portland solar installation can help you lower your energy bill and hedge against utility rate increases
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How Would A Solar Installation Lower My Utility Bill?
Monthly Energy Consumption kWh | Monthly Utility Cost W/O Solar | Monthly Energy Consumption After Solar kWh | Monthly Utility Cost With Solar | Monthly Savings | |
Low Monthly Consumption | 525 kWh | $121 | 0 kWh | $0 | $121 |
Moderate Monthly Consumption | 770 kWh | $204 | 0 kWh | $0 | $204 |
High Monthly Consumption | 1747 kWh | $262 | 947 kWh | $160 | $101 |
Example Conditions
Please note: Energy consumption and monthly costs after a solar installation are estimations. Every home is different.
After solar installation cost and energy consumption assume solar power generation in summer months.
Monthly energy consumption and cost are actual values from Portland homeowners with Portland General Electric.
These examples assume an 8 kWh system was installed on each home.
If you’d like to receive a free solar estimate with more exact numbers tailored to your home, contact us today!
Solar Panels In Portland Oregon: Are They Worth It?
Installing solar panels in Portland is a great way to save money and reduce your reliance on utility energy.
Generous Incentives Lower Costs:
⇨ Oregon offers strong net metering policies, allowing you to earn credits for extra energy you produce.
⇨ Take advantage of upfront cash rebates from the Energy Trust of Oregon.
⇨ Enjoy the 30% federal solar tax credit, making solar more affordable than ever.
Significant Long-Term Savings:
⇨ Reduce your electric bills by tens of thousands of dollars over the system’s lifetime.
⇨ Benefit from nearly free energy for 25-35 years—the typical lifespan of solar panels.
Good for the Planet, Great for Your Wallet:
⇨ Lower your carbon footprint while using Portland’s abundant sunlight to power your home.
⇨ Protect yourself from rising utility rates by locking in your energy costs.
Oregon Solar Incentives
When considering Portland solar panel installation, homeowners will have solar incentives at the federal, state, and local levels, making the cost of solar panel installation more affordable. To maximize your return on investment, consider the following solar incentives:
- Federal solar tax credit: Congress has extended and restored the federal solar tax credit to its full, original rate. This means that homeowners and businesses who install solar and/or battery backup systems between 2022-2032 will receive a 30% tax credit. A tax credit is a dollar-for-dollar credit on the income tax you owe. Businesses can receive an additional 10% tax credit if they use American-made products and materials, and battery storage systems no longer need to be paired with solar to qualify for the credit.
- Energy Trust of Oregon solar incentives: The Energy Trust of Oregon offers incentives to customers of Pacific Power and Portland General Electric. Depending on the size of your system, you may be eligible to receive up to a few thousand dollars in upfront cash rebates, depending on which utility services your home. The incentive is not based on income, so everyone is eligible for the same amounts.
Utility | Solar Incentive | Battery Storage Incentive |
Portland General Electric | $1,000 per home | $500/kWh-$6,000 maximum |
Pacific Power | $1,200 per home | $500/kWh-$6,000 maximum |
- Net metering: Net metering is a contract that you sign with your utility that allows you to trade your power with them at retail rates. Typically in Oregon, we produce vastly more energy than we consume during the summer and therefore build up big credits. Then during the less-sunny winter months we use the accumulated credits to reduce electricity bills.
- Increased resale value: There is evidence that homes with solar sell faster and for more money than comparable homes without. A study out of California concluded that the premium for which solar homes sell is about the same as what the homeowner paid for the system in the first place. Zillow reported a 4.1% average lift in home appreciation on homes with solar over those without. In the meantime, you’re saving money on your bill every month.
Why Choose A&R Solar
A Local Portland Solar Company
Besides being a Certified B Corporation, we’re also a Social Purpose Corporation. What does that mean? It’s a unique responsibility that emphasizes the commitment to putting the good of people and the environment ahead of short-term profits for shareholders. It means adhering to practices that minimize the ethical and environmental impacts of our day-to-day operations, while also maximizing our social impact within our business and our industry.
When choosing A&R Solar to install solar panels on your home, you’re partnering with a Portland solar installation company that invests richly in their employees, communities, and the industry that we serve.
The A&R difference
INDUSTRY-LEADING GUARANTEE
You will receive our “Perfect 10 Guarantee.” A&R provides 10-year warranties on your residential system’s performance, workmanship, and labor. This is on top of manufacturers’ warranties, which are typically 25-30 years.
WE’LL BE AROUND
We’re one of the Northwest’s oldest and most trusted solar installers. A&R Solar is employee-owned and operated, and our executive team and staff live and work in our communities. With no company debt, we are here for the long haul.
MAXIMIZED INCENTIVES
Your system will be designed to take advantage of current financial incentives with an eye on the future to make sure that adding new technology (like battery storage) will be as seamless as possible.
TIME-TESTED EQUIPMENT
Your solar array will have the highest quality modules, inverters, and racking materials that have been vetted by our Research & Development team, which is comprised of every department within our company.
TEAM OF EXPERTS
Your team consists of highly-trained professionals who are our full-time employees (not subcontractors or working out of remote call centers). In fact, we have more NABCEP-certified employees than any company in the Northwest.
HIGH QUALITY INSTALLATION
We never cut corners. We go above and beyond the competition to ensure the highest quality solar PV system installation. We take quality and your family’s safety seriously.
I had a system installed about three weeks ago and couldn’t be more pleased. Communication was excellent. The quality of workmanship was top notch. The installation crew was very careful, professional and friendly. Even the city inspector was impressed with the quality of work and materials. Thank you A&R.
After months of looking and shopping around for different solar companies, we chose A&R. The price, warranties, clarity in the sales process, quality of work and product were all better than other companies, and so far our research has paid off.
The experience of dealing with A&R has been great so far, with strong early communication and great attention to detail when installing our system.
My system just got turned on today so I’m sure things will arise as time goes on but we are happy with A&R and would highly recommend them if you want to go solar.
Team at A&R are top notch! They did a great job from design to installation. 9.6 kw roof mount system working fantastically. Talked to several different solar contractors and are more than satisfied with our A&R solar system. Communication and professionalism are 5 star. Will be using again!
A&R did a great job on my solar installation. Every person from the company was very helpful at every step of the process. The communication was consistent and timely so I always knew what was happening. Their explanations of the project and the timeline were clear and useful. I recommend them highly and without reservation.
Battery Backup
Implementing a home battery backup system in Portland offers homeowners several advantages:
1. Reliable Power During Outages:
Continuous Electricity Supply: Battery storage systems provide uninterrupted power to essential appliances during grid failures, ensuring comfort and safety.
Seamless Integration with Solar Panels: When paired with solar panels, these systems can store excess energy generated during the day for use during nighttime outages.
2. Reduction of Peak Power Charges:
Time-of-Use (TOU) Rate Mitigation: Both Portland General Electric (PGE) and Pacific Power offer TOU pricing, where electricity costs more during peak demand periods. By utilizing stored energy during these times, homeowners can avoid higher rates.
Load Shifting: Battery systems allow for the storage of energy during off-peak hours when electricity is cheaper, which can then be used during peak periods, leading to cost savings.
Battery Storage Incentives in Oregon:
Energy Trust of Oregon Incentives: Energy Trust offers cash incentives for qualifying solar and smart battery storage systems to decrease the upfront cost of your project. If you meet income guidelines, you may qualify for Energy Trust Solar Within Reach increased incentives for solar + storage.
Federal Tax Credits: Homeowners may be eligible for a federal tax credit covering up to 30% of the cost of installing battery storage systems. An Energy Trust solar trade ally contractor can explain available incentives.
By investing in a home battery backup system, Portland homeowners can enhance their energy resilience and achieve significant cost savings.
