The Solar Company Homeowners Trust. Since 2012.
Stop Guessing What Your Next Electric Bill Will Be
Convert Solar helps homeowners switch from unpredictable, rising utility rates to more predictable, protected energy costs. As a local, trusted installer, we handle everything – from permits and utility approvals to installation – so you can enjoy a simple, seamless experience from day one.
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Today You Pay for Power You Have No Control Over
The utility company sets the rate, you pay for it. Next year they raise it, and you pay that, too. Solar puts that same money toward a system on your roof, with a payment that stays consistent.
Why Convert Solar
Your Solar Company Should Outlast Your Solar
Solar is a long-term decision. Plenty of solar companies don’t last more than a few years.
Chad Wilkins started Convert Solar in Virginia Beach in 2012, and still runs it. Since then, we’ve installed more than 8,500 solar systems across Virginia and Maryland and supported homeowners years after their installation.
Technology has changed. Incentives have changed. Our commitment to the people we serve has not. Years later, our customers still know who to call.
What Homeowners Say
8,500+ Solar Installations.
900+ 5-Star Reviews.
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Virginia + Maryland Solar
Is Solar Still Worth It?
For most Virginia and Maryland homeowners, yes. For some, no. Here is what moves the answer.
Net Metering
The utility company credits your excess production at the retail rate, so strong summer production can help offset weaker winter months.
Rising Rates
Rising utility rates can make producing more of your own power more valuable over time.
Your Home
Roof condition and age, shade, energy use, and how long you plan to stay all change the math.
Ways to Go Solar
Two Ways to Go Solar.
Compare both paths based on what matters most to you. A solar lease is the most popular starting point for lower upfront cost and predictable payments, while purchasing may suit homeowners focused on long-term ownership.
Lower Upfront Cost
Lease
No money upfront, with a fixed monthly payment. Maintenance and monitoring are included for the life of the lease.
What this option includes
- Guaranteed savings on utility bills from Day 1
- No money upfront
- A fixed monthly payment
- Maintenance, monitoring, and system performance stay our responsibility for the life of the lease
Long-Term Ownership
Ownership
$0-down financing may be available, with more of the long-term value and available solar incentives staying with you.
What this option includes
- $0 down financing available
- A fixed monthly payment (if financed)
- You own the system on your property
- 25-year parts and workmanship warranty
Not sure which one to choose? We will put both sets of numbers side by side for your home and let you pick.
Provider relationships with leading solar manufacturers and trusted industry brands.
How It Works
Here's What Going Solar With Convert Looks Like
Six simple steps. We handle every one.
Step 01
We Learn About Your Home
We review your electricity use, roof, shading, and goals to see whether solar makes sense.
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Step 02
We Design Around You
Your system is designed around your actual electricity use and the characteristics of your property.
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Step 03
We Handle The Paperwork
Our team manages permits, applications, engineering requirements, and utility documentation.
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Step 04
We Install Your System
Our installation team completes most residential installations in one to two days.
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Step 05
We Get You Connected
We coordinate inspections, utility interconnection, and Permission to Operate so your system can begin producing power.
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Step 06
We Stay With You
After activation, our local team remains available for monitoring, service, warranty support, and future energy needs.
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Success Cases
Real Solar Results
These outcomes come from Convert Solar’s own success cases, including system size, total savings over 30 years, and energy offset.
Let's Run Your Numbers
Let's Run Your Number
We use your actual electricity usage and your actual roof to show you what solar could save you. Stop overpaying the utility company.
Start taking control of your energy costs. Bring your questions, we’ll bring the answers, numbers, and a solution built around your home.
Free assessment. No obligation.
Helpful Resources
Want to Do a Little More Research First?
Solar is a big decision, your home is your biggest asset. Learn more before you decide.
Resource
Virginia Homeowner's Guide to Going Solar
What to know about costs, your roof, system sizing, installation, incentives, and choosing an installer.
Net Metering
How Net Metering Works in Virginia
Warranty
Solar Panel Warranties: What Virginia Homeowners Should Look For
Credentials & Recognition
Experience You Can Verify
When you’re choosing a company to work at your home, you shouldn’t have to take its experience on faith.
- Virginia Class A Alternative Energy Systems Contractor
- NABCEP-Certified Professional on Staff
- Trusted Installer for Virginia Public Schools and NATO
- Solar Power World Top Contractor Recognition
- 8,500+ Solar Installations
- 4.8★ Google Rating
- Serving Virginia Since 2012
- 25-Year Parts & Workmanship Warranty
Where We Work
Proudly Serving Virginia and Maryland
Convert Solar was founded in Virginia Beach and serves homeowners across the entire Commonwealth and Maryland.
Wherever you are in Virginia or Maryland, you’ll work with a team that understands the homes, utilities, permitting requirements, and solar programs here.