"Daniel is very good at his job. Makes you feel as a valued customer. He was very helpful through our nearly 3 month solar panel install project. He was proactive throughout the project always letting us know what to expect in the next step and was quick to respond to our questions. The SunSolar Solutions crew that we dealt with from the installers, their inspector, and Angel, the last tech who came through to finish up the project were all very polite, informative, and professional. Would recommend them when considering solar panels."
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Solar Panels Los Angeles, CA — Cut Your SCE or LADWP Bill
LA electricity rates have hit $0.30–$0.35/kWh and keep climbing. Solar-plus-battery storage lets you power your home on sunshine — and stop paying those rates forever.
$0.30–$0.35
Current SCE Rate per kWh
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Down to Get Started
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Daniel Hadobas · Licensed Solar Agent · Works With Top-Rated CA Installers
Los Angeles homeowners served by Southern California Edison (SCE) or the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP) are paying some of the highest electricity rates in California — and the trend is up every year. SCE customers in the LA basin currently pay $0.30 to $0.35 per kilowatt-hour, with average monthly bills ranging from $180 to $220 for a typical home. LADWP rates are slightly lower but still well above the national average and rising. At these rates, a solar system designed for your home's specific usage can eliminate $150 to $300 or more per month from your energy bill — and a paired battery keeps that savings working even after sunset.
Under California's NEM 3.0 program (which replaced NEM 2.0 in April 2023), the design of an LA solar system matters more than ever. Instead of exporting excess power to the grid for retail-rate credits, the modern approach is to right-size your solar array and pair it with battery storage — so you're consuming your own production and drawing from stored energy during expensive evening peak hours. A well-designed 7–8 kW solar system with a 10–13.5 kWh battery can cover 80–100% of a typical LA household's annual electricity needs. The 30% federal ITC and California's SGIP battery rebate apply to both components, significantly reducing your net cost.
California Solar Incentives — Los Angeles
Federal Investment Tax Credit (ITC)
The 30% federal solar tax credit applies to both your solar panels and battery storage system. On a typical LA solar-plus-battery installation costing $25,000–$32,000, the ITC saves $7,500–$9,600 in federal taxes — available through 2032.
California SGIP Battery Rebate
The Self-Generation Incentive Program offers $200–$400 per kWh of battery capacity for standard installations. Low-income households and high-fire-risk zone residents qualify for $850–$1,000 per kWh under the equity budget. A 13.5 kWh Tesla Powerwall could bring $2,700–$13,500 in rebates depending on eligibility.
California Property Tax Exclusion
California's active solar energy system exclusion prevents your solar installation from increasing your property tax assessment. Your home's value goes up, but the solar portion is excluded from Prop 13 reassessment.
NEM 3.0 Net Metering (SCE / LADWP)
LA solar owners can still export excess power to the grid under NEM 3.0 — though export rates are now $0.06–$0.08/kWh rather than retail. A properly sized battery minimizes exports and maximizes self-consumption, making net metering a secondary benefit rather than the primary one.
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"What a great experience with Daniel at Sunder Energy. We were actually going to go with another solar company, but when Daniel showed up, he pitched us his services. He walked us through the different products and which solar company would be installing our equipment. Daniel was with us every step of the way. Even when we had some issues with the installation of the equipment, Daniel made the calls to have the technicians come back and fix everything. Even when he was out of country, Daniel always returned our calls and text messages in a timely manner. Truly responsive! A few days after the installation, he even stopped by and had us load solar apps on our devices and walked us through what to expect. Although we were nervous in the beginning, Daniel made the whole experience worthwhile. Totally awesome customer service! If you're looking into solar, look no further. Give Daniel a call — you won't regret it!"
"This review is long overdue but I am glad we are finally getting to rave about how amazing our experience with Daniel and Sunsolar has been. I was EXTREMELY skeptical about the whole solar idea since my husband and I had such a horrible interaction with another solar company. A few weeks later Daniel knocked on our door. He politely asked if he could return the next day with a more in-depth proposal and if we were still not interested, he would 'kick rocks'. The following day he showed up on time, fully explained every detail, and even I, the self-proclaimed queen of skepticism, couldn't turn down the offer. A HUGE plus is that he didn't try to over-sell us more equipment than we needed. From start to finish the project took less than a month — not at all what we expected. From our interactions with Daniel down to every employee we spoke with, we were 100% impressed. We are now extremely happy solar owners and would highly recommend them to anyone on the fence about solar."
"Daniel at Sunsolar Solutions is great. He is friendly, knowledgeable and helpful. He made sure I understood everything from start to finish. I highly recommend him to anyone looking to go solar."
"Daniel was a pleasure to work with from the very first day he came to our house. He thoroughly explained the complete process step by step. He was always available when we had questions."
"We highly recommend Sunsolar Solutions, especially our rep, Daniel Hadobas, who made the whole experience super easy and smooth. Our system is performing great and our bills are down dramatically."
Solar FAQs — Los Angeles, CA
How much does solar cost in Los Angeles?
Los Angeles solar installations run $2.90–$3.30 per watt before incentives. A 7–8 kW system typically costs $20,300–$26,400 before the 30% federal ITC, and $14,200–$18,500 after. Adding a 13.5 kWh battery adds $9,000–$12,000 before incentives and SGIP rebates. $0 down financing is available — most LA homeowners pay less monthly than their current SCE or LADWP bill.
Is solar worth it in Los Angeles with NEM 3.0?
Yes — especially with battery storage. LA electricity rates are $0.30–$0.35/kWh and rising. Even under NEM 3.0's lower export rates, a solar-plus-battery system lets you power your home on stored solar energy during peak evening hours when utility rates are highest. Most LA homeowners see 7–10 year payback and $150–$300+ per month in savings.
Does SCE offer net metering in Los Angeles?
Yes. SCE participates in California's NEM 3.0 program. Excess solar production is credited to your bill at the Avoided Cost Calculator rate — currently $0.06–$0.08/kWh. Those credits offset future consumption charges. For homeowners already on NEM 2.0 from before April 2023, you're grandfathered at the old rates for 20 years from your original interconnection date.
What is the SGIP rebate and do I qualify in LA?
The SGIP is California's battery storage rebate program. Standard LA homeowners can receive $200–$400/kWh of battery capacity. Low-income households (under 80% of area median income) or those in Tier 2/3 high-fire-risk zones qualify for $850–$1,000/kWh under the equity budget. SGIP availability varies by utility and budget cycle — ask Daniel for current LADWP and SCE SGIP status.
How much can I save on my SCE bill with solar?
Most LA homeowners with SCE save $150–$300 per month with solar, depending on current usage, system size, and how much they self-consume. Homes with air conditioning, electric vehicles, or pool pumps often save more. A proper savings analysis based on your actual 12 months of SCE bills will give you the real number.
Do solar panels increase home value in Los Angeles?
Yes. Studies consistently show solar adds 3–4% to home value. In the LA market, where median home prices are well above $800,000, that can mean $24,000–$32,000 in added value. California's active solar energy system exclusion means that added value is excluded from property tax reassessment.
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