02/10/2026
Here are photos of a recently commissioned solar PV/battery backup system in the Oakland Hills.
Our nation's energy policy has taken a step backward with the loss of the Federal Tax Credit for Solar PV and batteries due to the "Big Beautiful Bill." However, I'll bet the tax credit will be back, as it has been grandfathered in in the past. Nevertheless, electric rate-paying customers still see the value of solar PV and battery installations in California, and beyond, due to the excessive price of electricity and the financial savings these solar systems generate. Designed and installed by three CSLB-licensed contractors, General, Electric, and Roofing, we're the best team for the "one and done" installation of a high-quality and warranted solar PV and battery backup system. The depicted project consists of 20 x 440 Watt USA-made solar modules, with a backup 10kW DC battery system that can "peak shave" higher-cost electricity during peak cost hours.