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Solar in Irvine

Why now is the time to go solar in Irvine
SCE’s electricity rates have increased by 83% in the last 10 years¹
Power through brownouts and blackouts
Get a home battery for $44.99/month*

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*Offer available to Tesla Powerwall and FranklinWH customers in PG&E, SDG&E, and SCE utility markets. Estimated annual solar production must exceed 5,000 kWh. Subject to availability.

Considering going solar in Irvine? 

With California's high electricity rates, going solar is a smart choice for many Irvine, California residents. Living in Orange County, you're in a prime spot to harness the power of the sun all year long. A solar system paired with battery storage can help you achieve energy independence and less reliance on your utility company, Southern California Edison (SCE), giving you control over your future electricity bills. Given that Californians utility rates are almost 92% more than the national average, a solar energy system can help you lock in a predictable rate, potentially leading to savings ². 

Hundreds of thousands of people in California have already made the switch to solar and battery storage with Sunrun. When you meet with your dedicated Sunrun solar consultant, we'll assess your energy needs and provide a custom system for your home, optimized for efficiency. Behind the scenes, our expert team of project managers will handle everything, from obtaining city permits to getting your solar and batteries installed. We'll keep you in the loop every step of the way, making it easy to get a reliable source of energy and take control of your electric bills.

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Mara A. Irvine, CA (Google)

"Sunrun has been a great experience for us really glad we went with them. Installation went great. Very professional. We are saving a lot by switching to solar on our electric bills...[O]ur rep and explained things well & is still available to answer our questions even a year after we completed our project! "

Robert Y. Irvine, CA (Google)

"I am extremely happy with Sunrun for reducing my electric utility bill. Yansha was my sales representative and I cannot be happier having someone explain my bill and my solar production is producing what was expected with such patience and knowledge."

Kim Huntington Beach, CA (Consumer Affairs)

"I've been more than pleased with the system's performance—our costs are significantly lower compared to our neighbors'. The service was excellent and I would recommend Sunrun. Tracking our usage with their app has been straightforward; they frequently update it, providing detailed and easy-to-understand statements and progress reports. Overall, my experience with Sunrun has been nothing but positive, and I'm delighted with their service and how much I've saved compared to my previous provider, Edison."

Artis Anaheim, CA (Consumer Affairs)

"Enrolling with Sunrun was excellent. They came out and laid out the options which were very easy to understand. They explained the whole process and what we could expect. They were friendly and everything was done efficiently. The installation went great. The guy that came out was courteous and professional. They did everything in one day and once they finished installing it, they showed us how it worked."

Alex Costa Mesa, CA (Best Company)

"Not only was Sunrun the most professional and on-top-of-it solar company I got a bid from, they also provided the easiest construction experience I have ever seen. We just hit the end of our first year of having solar and the system produced 10% more than the estimates! We are so happy with solar and just wish we would have done it sooner."

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Discover flexible leasing, ownership, and tailored payment plans to meet your energy and budget needs.

Sunrun Subscription Plan

Leasing solar panels

Benefits

  • Predictable, affordable payments
  • Protect against rising utility costs
  • Extended Sunrun warranties including workmanship and energy production guarantee for life of contract, 10 year roof penetration warranty, 24/7 system monitoring

Who maintains?

  • Sunrun owns and maintains
  • Plan transfers to new owners if you sell your home

Payments

  • $0 to little down
  • Locked in monthly solar lease

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Sunrun Flex™ Plan

A subscription plan that grows with you

Benefits

  • We install extra solar capacity, you pay for what you use
  • Integrated battery storage
  • 25-year warranty on equipment and workmanship, 10 year warranty on roof penetration, and 24/7 system monitoring. Sunrun will replace equipment for the life of the contract

Who maintains

  • Sunrun owns and maintains
  • Plan transfers to new owners if you sell your home

Payments

  • $0 to little down
  • Locked in affordable monthly solar rate for your current energy use
  • Access additional energy at the same low rate whenever needed

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Solar panels ownership

Purchasing solar panels

Benefits

  • Own your system outright
  • Protect against rising utility costs
  • Manufacturer's equipment warranties, 10 year workmanship guarantee, and 10 year roof penetration warranty

Who maintains?

  • I service and care for my system myself
  • Transfers to new owners if you sell your home

Payments

  • Full system cost (cash upfront)

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A home battery system is more crucial now than ever in Irvine

Power when you need it most

California’s time-of-use rates make batteries essential. Store your solar energy to use later during peak hours and maximize potential savings under new net metering rules.

Keep your home running smoothly during outages

With outages and wildfires becoming more common in California [3], solar panels combined with a home battery lets you power through any grid outages so you can enjoy more peace of mind.

Control energy costs effectively

California’s net metering policies reward using more of your own power. With a home battery, you can store daytime excess energy for evening use, maximizing your potential savings.

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FAQs

Sunrun stands out among solar companies in Irvine, California by providing reliable solar installation and maintenance homeowners can trust. Unlike many solar companies out there, Sunrun is here to stay. As the pioneer of the solar subscription, we boast the longest track record in the industry and support over 1 million customers. Backed by our position as the largest residential solar and storage provider in the U.S., Sunrun combines national reach with a local touch. 

While we are a national solar company, in Irvine we have local teams who are expert battery and solar installers. At the national level we are able to provide 24/7 monitoring for solar panels and battery backup on all Sunrun Solar Subscription customer homes and if you need to sell your home, we easily transfer systems to new buyers to start them on their own solar energy journeys. With Sunrun you’ll experience an unmatched combination of expertise, customer service, and product warranty and performance guarantees. 

For those seeking to own residential solar energy systems, the 30% Residential Clean Energy federal solar tax credit may help offset the large upfront investment. This federal tax credit will no longer be available for systems installed after 2025.

For many homeowners, an outright solar investment is not the right lifestyle fit or financial decision. The Sunrun Solar Subscription solves for this by potentially providing customers with long term savings without the initial expenses and personal responsibility of solar energy system ownership.

Solar panels and battery backup are a smart decision for most Irvine homeowners. With a system from Sunrun, you get reliable power from the panels on your roof, so you can take control of your energy bills and finally beat those unpredictable utility rate hikes. A battery adds even more peace of mind. It keeps your lights on and essential appliances running during a power outage or blackout, and it lets you power your home at night with your own solar energy, avoiding expensive peak-rate charges. Energy independence starts with solar and battery backup.

In Irvine, the cost of solar installation itself can be as little as $0 down for qualifying homeowners. Just like you don’t pay a utility company to install power lines, with the Sunrun Solar Subscription, Sunrun solar installers set up your home solar system at little to no upfront cost. You then pay a fixed monthly rate for battery storage and the energy your panels produce over 25 years—replacing part of your utility bill. 

If you choose to purchase your home solar system, solar installer costs will depend on various factors, including the number of panels being installed, what additional equipment you select–such as a backup battery, and any applicable solar incentives you may be eligible for and can utilize. If you want a detailed cost breakdown, check out this blog article. However, the best way to understand solar costs for your situation is to meet with one of our local Irvine solar energy consultants. A Sunrun representative will assess your home and energy usage and provide you with a customized quote.

Sunrun Flex is our newest product, providing you with a totally new way to power your home. With a Flex system, you’ll have additional solar panels and robust battery storage installed from day one, anticipating your future needs while providing you with more energy today. The batteries can recharge and top off faster, which means you have more stored energy when you need it, and you'll stay powered longer during outages. This means you can add an EV, a home office, or a pool and tap into additional, affordable energy when you need it most, without having to add a second system or rely on the utility for supplemental power. The best part is you receive all these benefits and only pay for the energy you use at a predictable Sunrun rate.* 

All the benefits of the Sunrun Subscription Plan apply to Flex, meaning you get batteries and solar installed at little to no upfront cost. Then, for the life of your contract, you’ll be protected by industry leading warranties and guarantees, putting Sunrun in charge of your system’s production and maintenance. Flex allows you to take control of your energy future with an adaptive system for your needs now, and tomorrow. Click here to find out more about Sunrun Flex. 

*Subject to a minimum monthly bill. Sunrun customers will receive a bill from Sunrun and a bill from their utility.

Sources


1. https://www.publicadvocates.cpuc.ca.gov/press-room/reports-and-analyses/2025-q1-electric-rates-report

2. https://www.eia.gov/electricity/data/browser/#/topic/7?agg=1,0&geo=vvvvvvvvvvvvo&endsec=8&linechart=ELEC.PRICE.US-RES.M~ELEC.PRICE.CA-RES.M&columnchart=ELEC.PRICE.US-RES.M&map=ELEC.PRICE.US-RES.M&freq=M&start=200101&end=202506&ctype=linechart&ltype=pin&rtype=s&maptype=0&rse=0&pin=
3. https://www.ncei.noaa.gov/access/billions/state-summary/CA