{"id":6308,"date":"2018-03-13T14:09:06","date_gmt":"2018-03-13T14:09:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.portal.solar.com\/learn\/the-three-steps-to-go-solar-in-san-francisco\/"},"modified":"2019-06-27T07:12:44","modified_gmt":"2019-06-27T07:12:44","slug":"the-three-steps-to-go-solar-in-san-francisco","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.solar.com\/learn\/the-three-steps-to-go-solar-in-san-francisco\/","title":{"rendered":"The Three Steps to Going Solar in San Francisco"},"content":{"rendered":"


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If you live in San Francisco, you’ve no doubt seen the blossoming solar network around you. The process of switching to solar energy might seem daunting, but with a little preparation and some help from Solar.com, it doesn’t have to be.<\/p>\n

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Here’s a list of the current incentive rates offered by GoSolarSF.\n<\/p>\n

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Taking advantage of the solar incentive rates and converting to solar energy in San Francisco is a three-step process: pre-application, application, and incentive claiming.<\/p>\n

Here’s an overview of how to switch to solar in San Fran.<\/p>\n

The Solar Pre-Application Process With GoSolarSF<\/h2>\n

First things first. To be eligible for the GoSolarSF incentive, you have to be enrolled or signed up for early enrollment in the CleanPowerSF program<\/a>, which you can sign up for here<\/a>. This also means you’ll get a premium net surplus compensation rate if your system generates any excess electricity.<\/p>\n

Next, complete an energy efficiency audit. This helps you spot and fill energy leaks. Simple changes like switching to energy-efficient light bulbs, updating to Energy Star-certified appliances, or getting new windows can make a big difference.<\/p>\n

This helps you save energy and money right away and reduces the size of the solar PV system you’ll need, which will save money in up-front installation costs.<\/p>\n

Selecting a solar contractor is the next step in your journey to solar power. To qualify for the GoSolarSF incentive payments, rooftop solar systems have to be installed by contractors from the GoSolarSF Certified Installer List.<\/a><\/p>\n

Most contractors apply for the incentives on the customer’s behalf, arrange for connection to the power grid, and apply for local permits.<\/p>\n

If you choose to find your contractor through Solar.comr<\/a>, we’re there with you all along the way, too. We even check in after installation to make sure the contractor is holding up their end of the bargain.<\/p>\n

The Application Process with GoSolarSF<\/h2>\n

Once you’ve completed these steps, you (with the help of your contractor) can submit your application online via PowerClerk<\/a>. You can access the GoSolarSF documents at www.solarsf.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n

You’ll need to submit these documents with your application:<\/p>\n