Solar shingles roofs
Imagine locking in your electricity costs at today’s rates for the next 25 years – and getting a new roof rolled in.
Your roof could be saving you money. If your roof needs to be replaced and rising electricity costs have been weighing on you, a solar shingles roof may be the answer you’ve been looking for.
Until now, solar panels were bulky, unsightly, and expensive. They were tricky to get installed, often voided the warranty on your roof, and were almost impossible to have maintained and supported properly. And you had to wait a year or two just to get the project started.
Not anymore.
With solar shingles, your solar is your roof. Get a 25-year leak-free warranty on products and labor – the strongest warranty in the industry – with one manufacturer and one contractor. No fingerpointing or headaches if you ever need future service.
With flexible financing* and government tax credits,** it’s possible to get a new roof and full solar system for approximately what you’re paying now in electricity.
What are solar shingles?
Solar shingles are ultra-slim tiles that mimic the appearance of traditional shingles and blend seamlessly with the surrounding roof. They are the most innovative style of solar roofing for homes, combining sleek lines and beautiful aesthetics with high energy efficiency and durability for sustainable energy generation.
Leveraging industry leader CertainTeed’s award-winning Solstice® Shingle, LocalRoofs can deliver a full solar roofing solution that is nearly as fast and easy to install as a traditional asphalt roof.
Because the solar shingles themselves are roofing material, they sit flat on the roof rather than being bolted on top of existing shingles or tiles, which can cause leaks and other roof damage. Now you get all the benefits of solar without sacrificing your curb appeal with bulky solar panels that look awkward and outdated.
CertainTeed’s Solstice Shingle was named Best Energy Efficient Product and was also singled out as Best in Show (out of 230 entries) for its “significant advancement in aesthetics, durability, and efficiency” at the 2024 NAHB International Builders Show®.
Why Solar Shingles Are the Way to Go
No more blackouts, brownouts, or scheduled power shutoffs. Reduce or eliminate your reliance on the grid today and into the future. And solar shingles are made with advanced photovoltaic technology to convert sunlight into electricity with exceptional efficiency, even on cloudy days.
Traditional vs. Modern Solar
If you’ve kicked around the idea of installing a home solar system but you’re not quite sure that traditional solar panels are the way to go, take a look at this handy comparison between the old and new ways of going solar for your home.
| Feature | Traditional Solar Panels | Solar Shingles |
|---|---|---|
| Aesthetic | Bulky and unsightly panels are attached to the top of the roof. Solar panels are built purely for functionality not aesthetics and can make your home look awkward. | Solar shingles are ultra-slim tiles that sit flush and seamlessly blend with the surrounding roof. Solar shingles are the way to go for homeowners who care about curb appeal. |
| Leak risk | Increased. Solar panel installers drill through roofing materials to attach panels compromising watertight barriers and roof protection. | Reduced. Solar shingles are the roof itself, not an add-on. They’re installed to be weatherproof and watertight just like a typical roof. |
| Overall roof protection | None. Conversely, improper installation and sealing may cause leaks. Extra weight may cause stress and cracks in an older or weak roof that is not structurally prepared to handle the load. | Solar shingles protect the underlying roof by providing an extra durable and weatherproof layer that shields the roof from UV exposure, impacts, and thermal cycling while still allowing solar energy generation from the same roof surface. |
| Roof types | Bolts onto most roof types you can drill holes into. | In addition to solar shingle installation on standard asphalt/composition roofs, LocalRoofs has pioneered solar shingle application for tile roofs, including Spanish tile, clay, slate, and concrete. Not suitable for metal or flat roofs. |
| Warranties | Separate warranties if available, with multiple companies for the roof, solar, and labor. Work done by one company may void the warranty of another. | One warranty for all solar components, roofing materials, and installation workmanship. With Solstice Shingles, homeowners get the strongest warranty in the solar industry through our partner CertainTeed, North America’s leading brand of exterior and interior building products since 1904. |
| Service under warranty | Prepare for headaches. It’s often a game of “their fault, not ours” amongst the solar, roofing, and electrical companies who all worked on the roof. | Easy. One industry-leading warranty for parts (solar and roofing) and labor means no finger-pointing or time wasted. Call CertainTeed and they’ll make it right. |
| Installation | Homeowners must coordinate with the roofing company and solar company for scheduling and installation. | Single point of contact. |
| Installation wait time | 1-2 years for project start. Slower installation due to multi-step process and multiple contractors. | 3-4 months for project start. Optimized for fast installation by shingle roofing crews. |
| Financing | Limited. May require separate financing (if available) through different companies for each component (roof, solar, electrical). | Flexible financing with great rates for up to 25 years and little to nothing down. Covers purchase of the entire roofing system for one single low monthly payment offset by electric bill savings. Lock in your electricity savings for the next 25 years at today's rates. |
| Tax credit | Up to 30% tax credit for qualified solar equipment only if purchased. No tax credits for leased solar panels. | Up to 30% federal tax credit for your solar roofing system now through 2032. Consult with your CPA to determine your tax savings.** |
*On approved credit. Final cost and electric bill offset depend on a number of variables, such as home size, energy usage, solar options selected, borrower credit, payment terms, and more. Restrictions apply.
**The 2022 Inflation Reduction Act provides homeowners with a solar tax credit of up to 30% for qualifying solar system purchases. Consult with your CPA to determine eligibility and tax impact for your unique circumstances.
Want Financing?
Use our money instead of your money if you prefer. Get a new roof for as low as $198 per month on approved credit so you don’t have to postpone necessary work. See flexible payment options to fit your budget.
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Dispatching from Ventura County, Los Angeles County, Santa Barbara County, and Orange County
LocalRoofs has been serving the communities of Ventura County, Santa Barbara County, and Los Angeles County for over 50 years, and now we serve Orange County as well. We provide roof replacement, solar shingles, roof repair, gutter installation, attic insulation, attic venting, roof inspection, and emergency tarping services.
We’ll treat your roof like it’s ours. That’s the LocalRoofs Way. Give us a call!
Why Choose
LocalRoofs?
We’re locally owned and operated and have been replacing and repairing roofs in Ventura, Santa Barbara, and Los Angeles counties for 50+ years. Now we serve Orange County as well.
We believe in white glove service and a stress-free, 5-star experience. You’ll be assigned a dedicated concierge who will be your point of contact for the life of your roofing project with us.
In addition to your own concierge, we have a dedicated in-house customer service center. Even outside normal business hours, you will always be able to reach a live person.
Our quality assurance team visit your project every day to make sure we complete your roof efficiently and at the highest level of quality in The LocalRoofs Way. And we stand behind our work. We’re not happy until you’re happy.
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