Kensington Solar and Battery Installer
Steep lots, big views and tall trees. Kensington roofs take more planning, and we have done the work here.
Voted a 2026 Nextdoor Fave by our neighbors
Ally Electric & Solar, CSLB #806465 (C-10 and C-46). Licensed since 2002, Ally since 2010. Last updated November 2026.
Solar and electrical work in Kensington
Ally Electric & Solar installs solar and home batteries on Kensington hillside homes, including Enphase solar and Enphase batteries. Kensington is unincorporated Contra Costa County, so permits go through the county rather than a city, and we handle that process for you.
- Solar panelsREC, Hyundai and Sirius panels, designed for your roof and your PG&E bill.
- Battery backupTesla Powerwall 3, Enphase IQ Battery 10C and FranklinWH. From $15,000 installed, before rebates.
- EV chargersLevel 2 chargers for any EV, with the permit and inspection included.
- Panel upgradesMain panel and SPAN smart panel upgrades by our own licensed electricians.
- Solar expansionsAdd panels or a battery to the solar you already have.
- Rewiring and electrificationKnob and tube replacement, heat pump and induction circuits.
What is different about going solar in Kensington
County permits
Kensington is unincorporated, so solar and battery permits go through Contra Costa County. We prepare and file everything.
Shade and slope
Tall trees and steep, multi-level roofs are common here. Microinverters like Enphase handle partial shade better, which is one reason we use them on many Kensington homes.
Backup for the hills
Hillside neighborhoods can see outages during storms and fire weather. A battery keeps the essentials running and gives you power at night.
Our work around Kensington
An Enphase system we installed on a Kensington home with a view of the bay, and the Enphase battery that backs it up.
How it works in Kensington
One licensed company from the first call to the final inspection.
Get a free quoteFree consultation
Share your electric bill and tell us your goals. We look at your roof, panel and usage.
Site visit
We measure the roof, check shade and look at your electrical panel in person.
Design and quote
Clear options with prices, so you can compare solar, battery and EV charger choices.
Permits and PG&E
We file the county permit and the PG&E interconnection paperwork for you.
Install and turn on
Our own crew installs, the inspector signs off, and we show you how to use your monitoring app.
Why homeowners choose Ally
Licensed for both trades
CSLB #806465 covers electrical (C-10) and solar (C-46), so one company handles the whole job.
Our own crew
Installers are Ally employees, not subcontractors. Many have been with us for years.
Local and recognized
A 2026 Nextdoor Fave and an SFGATE Best of Bay Area 2026 finalist.
Our story
Ally is a family-owned solar and electrical contractor in Richmond. Our team was first licensed in 2002 as Arco Electric, and in 2010 we became Ally Electric & Solar. Since then our own crew has helped more than 1,000 Bay Area homeowners, and in 2026 our neighbors voted us a Nextdoor Fave. Some customers have been with us a long time: the Garafolis in Oakland have been saving on their electricity bill since 2016.
"They made sure all PGE paperwork, issues and questions were addressed quickly."
Kensington solar questions
Who issues solar permits in Kensington?
Contra Costa County, because Kensington is unincorporated. We file the permit and schedule the county inspection.
What works best with tree shade?
Panels with microinverters, like Enphase, let each panel work on its own, so shade on one panel does not drag down the rest. We check shade on site before we design.
Can I add a battery to an existing Kensington system?
Yes. We add Enphase, Tesla Powerwall 3 and FranklinWH batteries to existing systems. See solar expansions.
How much does a home battery cost in Kensington?
Battery systems start from $15,000 installed, before rebates. The final price depends on panel upgrades, wire runs and how many batteries you want. GoGreen financing is available.
Is Ally licensed for both solar and electrical work?
Yes. Ally Electric & Solar holds CSLB license #806465 with C-10 (electrical) and C-46 (solar) classifications. Our team has been licensed since 2002, and Ally has been in business since 2010.
Get your free Kensington quote
Tell us what you need and we'll follow up to schedule a site visit. Your address is only used to plan your project. We never publish it.
- Call (510) 559-7700
- Email info@allyelectricandsolar.com
- 855 Marina Bay Pkwy, Ste. 280, Richmond, CA 94804