Project gallery · Altadena, CA

Completed solar projects in Altadena, CA

Cali Energy is a local, full-stack-licensed solar installer and battery-storage company serving Altadena — served by Southern California Edison (SCE). Under SCE's NEM 3.0 tariff, pairing solar with a battery is what makes the numbers work in Altadena — and that's how we design every system. We're based in Northridge and do every step in-house — solar panels, battery backup, roofing and electrical — under one CSLB license (#1032379: B, C-10, C-39), no subcontractors. Below are real Altadena installs, from a 5.6 kW rooftop to a 5.6 kW system.

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Recent solar installs in Altadena

14 projects completed across Altadena — a few of them below.

5.6 kW solar panel array on a composition shingle roof in Altadena, CA
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5.6 kW rooftop solar — Altadena

A 5.6 kW system on a composition shingle roof in Altadena — 14 Qcell panels, Enphase IQ8+. Installed 2023. Clean, low-profile panel layout that follows the roof lines.

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Rooftop solar installation by Cali Energy in Altadena, CA
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Rooftop solar — Altadena

A rooftop solar system on a composition shingle roof in Altadena. Sized to cover most of the home's annual electricity use.

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Solar panel mounting detail on a composition shingle roof in Altadena, CA
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Rooftop solar — Altadena

A rooftop solar system on a composition shingle roof in Altadena — SolarEdge, 2× LG RESU. Installed 2023. Solar paired with two LG RESU batteries for backup power in Altadena.

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Completed residential solar project in Altadena, CA
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Rooftop solar — Altadena

A rooftop solar system on a composition shingle roof in Altadena. A straightforward residential install in Altadena, handled end to end.

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Solar array close-up in Altadena, CA
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Rooftop solar — Altadena

A rooftop solar system on a tile roof in Altadena — battery storage. Installed 2023. A battery-backed rooftop system on a tile roof in Altadena.

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Home solar installation in Altadena, CA
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Rooftop solar — Altadena

A rooftop solar system on a tile roof in Altadena. Designed for daily bill offset and long-term energy savings.

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Finished rooftop solar panels on a Altadena home
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Rooftop solar — Altadena

A rooftop solar system on a composition shingle roof in Altadena. Permitted, installed and taken through to PTO by Cali Energy.

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Residential PV system installed in Altadena, CA
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Rooftop solar — Altadena

A rooftop solar system on a composition shingle roof in Altadena. Roof-mounted array built for years of low-maintenance output.

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solar panel array on a composition shingle roof in Altadena, CA
Rooftop solar installation by Cali Energy in Altadena, CASolar panel mounting detail on a composition shingle roof in Altadena, CACompleted residential solar project in Altadena, CASolar array close-up in Altadena, CA

Rooftop solar — Altadena

A rooftop solar system on a composition shingle roof in Altadena — battery storage. Installed 2023. An all-black solar array paired with battery storage in Altadena.

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Rooftop solar installation by Cali Energy in Altadena, CA
Solar panel mounting detail on a composition shingle roof in Altadena, CACompleted residential solar project in Altadena, CA

Rooftop solar — Altadena

A rooftop solar system on a composition shingle roof in Altadena — SolarEdge, battery storage. Installed 2023. A solar-plus-battery system with a SolarEdge inverter in Altadena.

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Why Altadena homeowners choose Cali Energy

Full-stack, in-house

One licensed crew does solar, battery, roofing and electrical — no subcontractors handing off your job.

Local to Altadena

Based in Northridge, we know SCE permitting and net metering inside out.

Proven track record

14+ installs in Altadena and around 3,000 across Southern California over 8 years.

Solar in Altadena — FAQ

Does Cali Energy install solar in Altadena?
Yes. We've completed 14+ solar projects across Altadena, from compact rooftops to larger systems. Our office is in Northridge and our own crews handle every install — no subcontractors.
Is solar still worth it in Altadena under NEM 3.0?
Altadena is on SCE's NEM 3.0 tariff, where exports are paid less. We design solar with a battery so you store your own production and use it at night — that's what makes the payback work.
Can you install on tile and shingle roofs in Altadena?
Yes. We hold a C-39 roofing license and install on tile, composition-shingle and flat roofs in-house, including any roof repair or replacement the project needs.
How long does a solar install take in Altadena?
The on-roof installation is typically completed in a day once permits are approved. SCE issues Permission to Operate (PTO) after the final inspection, and the system goes live.
How much does solar cost in Altadena?
The price depends on your roof, system size and how much power you use, and we offer financing options. The fastest way to a real number is a free, no-obligation on-site estimate.
Can I add a battery or backup power in Altadena?
Yes. We install battery storage such as Tesla Powerwall and Enphase IQ Batteries alongside solar, so your home keeps power during outages and stores daytime production for the evening.

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Cali Energy · 19201 Parthenia St, Ste E, Northridge, CA 91324 · CSLB #1032379 (B, C-10, C-39)