Glen Ellen & Kenwood Solar & Battery Installation
Solar and storage for the Sonoma Valley.
SolarCraft designs solar and battery systems as a single system for homes, wineries, and wooded hillside lots, backed by 40 years of Sonoma Valley projects such as Wellington Vineyards.
Solar & Battery Solutions in Glen Ellen/Kenwood
From hillside homes tucked beneath oak trees to vineyards and wineries across the upper Sonoma Valley, every property presents different opportunities for solar.
Designed for Shaded Hillsides
Tree cover and varied terrain can have a major impact on solar performance. We evaluate real-world sun exposure, shading patterns, and roof conditions to create a system that delivers the strongest long-term energy production.
Rooftop & Ground-Mount Options
When a roof receives excellent sunlight, we optimize the rooftop layout using advanced panel-level technology where appropriate. If shading limits performance, a ground-mount array in a sunnier location may provide a better long-term solution for your property.
Battery Storage & Backup Power
Pairing solar with battery storage helps you use more of the energy you generate while providing reliable backup power during outages. We install Tesla Powerwall, Enphase, and other leading battery systems, tailoring each solution to your property's energy needs and backup priorities.
Where we work in Glen Ellen and Kenwood
We install across the upper Sonoma Valley, designing each system to the property:
Why choose SolarCraft in Glen Ellen and Kenwood
From Wellington Vineyards to homes across the valley, SolarCraft has powered the Sonoma Valley for over 40 years, with more renewable energy systems than any other North Bay provider, and recognition like the Bohemian's Best Solar Installer in the North Bay. As a 100% employee-owned company, the people who design your system have a stake in getting it right.
40+ Years Local • 100% Employee-Owned • 9,000+ Systems Installed • Solar + Battery Specialists
Glen Ellen and Kenwood solar & battery FAQ
Will solar work on a wooded, shaded lot in Glen Ellen or Kenwood?
Often, yes, if it's designed for it. We model your roof's real sun across the day rather than guessing, and use optimizers or microinverters so shade on one panel doesn't drag down the rest. Where a roof is too shaded, we'll look at a ground-mount in a sunnier spot.
Do you install commercial solar for Sonoma Valley wineries?
Yes. We've built winery systems in the valley, including Wellington Vineyards in Glen Ellen, which runs on 100% solar. We size each system to the winery's load and handle design, permitting, and PG&E interconnection.
Who handles permits in Glen Ellen and Kenwood?
Do I need a battery with my solar?
Will a battery keep my home powered in an outage?
A home battery is designed to keep your essential circuits (or more of the home) running during a power outage. Runtime depends on your battery size and which circuits you back up, both of which we size with you.
How does the Prepaid PPA work, and is there any local financing available?
With the Prepaid PPA, you pay one discounted upfront price, with no monthly solar payments, no escalators, and no buyout, and you own the system after six years, 20-30% less. Sonoma County also offers SCEIP financing for renewable improvements, which we can walk you through.
Will solar and battery add value to my home?
Owned solar generally adds resale value in California and typically does so without increasing your property tax assessment.
