Solar energy with little to no up-front cost.
A PPA shifts your electricity spend toward predictable energy payments tied to what your system produces. It's the fastest, lowest-friction entry into solar — designed for qualified California homeowners who want clean energy without buying the equipment outright.
$0 down for qualified homeowners
Eligibility is credit-based and depends on household, property, and utility factors. Your advisor confirms terms before you sign anything.
Permits to activation, handled for you
Paperwork, utility interconnection, and inspection scheduling are coordinated end-to-end. Installation is performed by Simple Power under CA C-10 License #1,111,652.
Monitoring and maintenance included with the plan
24/7 system monitoring and maintenance coverage are part of the PPA service term. Battery add-ons are available at plan start to protect against outages.
You pay for production, not for panels.
With a PPA, you don't own the system and you don't finance the equipment. Instead, you pay a set rate for every kilowatt-hour the panels on your roof produce. That rate is typically lower than the retail utility rate, and it's defined up-front in your agreement.
If the system produces more than your home uses, excess energy is handled under your utility's current net energy metering (NEM) program. If it under-produces for a period, you only pay for what was actually generated.
- Want the lowest barrier to going solar, not ownership.
- Prefer predictable monthly energy costs over a capital purchase.
- Are planning to stay in your home for at least the near-term.
- Don't want to be responsible for maintenance during the plan term.
- May not benefit from the federal tax credit because you don't own the system.
PPA plan coverage at a glance.
System design
Panel count and layout are sized to your utility usage pattern and roof profile. You review and approve the design before installation begins.
Install + interconnection
Licensed installation by Simple Power (CA C-10 #1,111,652). Permitting and utility Permission to Operate (PTO) coordinated on your behalf.
Monitoring + maintenance
Production is monitored 24/7 during the service term. Maintenance and covered repairs are handled without additional charge during the agreement.
Optional battery
Pair your PPA with Powerwall or Enphase IQ storage at plan start for outage protection. Storage availability is subject to site assessment.
Transfer on home sale
If you sell your home, the PPA transfers to the new owner. Our team supports the process with realtors, title, and escrow.
PPA questions homeowners ask us.
Can I really go solar with $0 down?
In most cases, yes — for homeowners who qualify. Qualification is credit-based and depends on your home, utility, and usage. Your advisor confirms eligibility and final terms before you sign.
How is the PPA rate set, and does it change?
Your PPA rate is defined in the agreement you sign. Some PPA agreements include a small annual rate escalator; some are flat. Your advisor will walk through the exact schedule and compare it against your current utility's expected rate path so the trade-off is transparent.
Who owns the system, and who is responsible for maintenance?
Under a PPA you don't own the panels. The system owner is responsible for maintenance, insurance on the equipment, and monitoring. You pay only for the energy produced during the agreement term.
What happens if I sell my home?
Your PPA is designed to transfer to the next homeowner. Our team supports the transfer, working with realtors, title officers, and buyers so the sale process isn't disrupted.
Can I add a battery to a PPA?
Yes — storage can be added at the start of your PPA. Adding a battery later depends on site conditions and current program availability. Your advisor confirms what's possible during the consultation.
Do I get the federal tax credit with a PPA?
No — the 30% federal Investment Tax Credit is claimed by the system owner. In a PPA you don't own the system, so the credit goes to the owner. If claiming the ITC matters to you, the monthly loan or direct purchase options are a better fit.
Want an honest PPA comparison for your home?
We pull your utility history, run a production estimate for your roof, and tell you whether a PPA actually makes sense for your household — or whether a loan or purchase would serve you better.
Book a PPA Consultation