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OCCIDENTAL POWER, SOLAR WIND AND COGENERATION

Solar Panels

About us

Our vision is to bring solar to Bay Area homes, one solid, well built, durable system at a time. Our mission is to deliver exceptional value to our customers through solar technology, and to bring value to the community. We follow these principles in our work: • Provide high quality solar energy systems made of US-made products, and mount them with racking systems designed to last for decades in the Bay Area marine climate. • Demonstrate environmental and social responsibility by employing local talent through the San Francisco Urban League, California Conservation Corps, and participating in the Bayview-Hunters Point alternative energy programs, and the Environmental Degree Programs of our California state universities. • To give honest advice and guidance to you, the homeowner, and ensure that your solar system offers maximum savings for your situation. We are a SunPower Premier Dealer and a SolarWorld Authorized Dealer, We work with local companies like Richmond-based Heliodyne and Cole Hardware. We lead the way in solar thermal heating and solar electricity in the San Francisco Bay Area. The San Francisco Business Times listed Occidental Power as one of the Top 10 Solar Businesses in the Bay Area (in 2010). Every project we undertake is designed by our professional staff, and meets or exceeds government and industrial codes. Together, our staff has decades of experience working with alternative energy systems. Please call us for a no-cost, no-commitment analysis of how you can save thousands with alternative energy.

Business highlights

36 years of trusted experience

Services we offer

SOLAR ELECTRIC & SOLAR HOT WATER

Services we don't offer

Wind Power Services

Amenities



Accepted payment methods

Check
Financing Available
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Visa

Reviews

5.08 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
100%
4
0%
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Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.9
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Showing 1-8 of 8 reviews

JOAN F.
07/2012
5.0
solar panels
  + -1 more
Workmen were very efficient and knew what they were doing. Explained everything that they were doing.
Description of Work: Took off the solar tubs off the roof so we could fix the roof, then came back after roof was fixed and installed the solar tubs for water back on the roof and fixed the pipes and raised the tub so it was better installed.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

DAVID W.
06/2012
5.0
solar panels
  + -1 more
The owner was great, polite, professional, easy to work with, and concerned about our overall cost.
Description of Work: Solar panels on roof, electrical converter box, connection to PG&E and assistance filling in the many government forms to get appropriate refunds. We received $13,000.00 in refunds.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$27,000

MARK M.
06/2012
5.0
solar panels, Uncategorized
  + 0 more
They were exceptional. They were very professional and I have had no problem with the product. They have answered questions since this time.
Description of Work: They installed a solar hot water system.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$13,000

BILL W.
06/2012
5.0
solar panels
  + -1 more
The service was okay. They provided good work. I was satisfied with what they did.
Description of Work: They replaced a remote on a solar panel system.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$250

Dwain S.
06/2012
5.0
solar panels
  + -1 more
It was great.
Description of Work: They put in solar powers.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$4,500

YANA Z.
06/2012
5.0
solar panels
  + -1 more
We are very pleased. They did a very good job. They did everything they said they would do and stayed on budget. We have never had any leaks on the roof. I would totally recommend them. It has worked out beautiful. We even got a bill once for $0.50 for an entire year. It is way on its way to paying for itself. I am really glad that I did it and I would totally recommend them to anybody. The only thing that I would do differently, which I don’t know if I could; I would have put more in for future roof. We could have an electric car if we had more panels. It would be totally free; heating, lighting, everything. You just don’t get better than that.
Description of Work: They put in solar panels on our roof.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

JANET F.
05/2011
5.0
solar panels
  + -1 more
The team at Occidental Power took their time explaining every detail of the process and the benefits. We asked many questions and they were all answered carefully and thoroughly. From planning to implementation each person we dealt with was very professional and knowledgeable. Their communication with us was exemplary.
Description of Work: We had a solar energy system installed to lower our utility bills. At first we hesitated when we got the estimate, but crunched the numbers and realized how quickly the system will pay for itself. Too bad we didn't so it sooner. We could not be happier with the work performed by Occidental Power.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$18,000

gayle T.
04/2009
5.0
solar panels
  + -1 more
It was an exemplary experience. I am happy to recommend them. These folks really know what they are doing, and they've been at it for a very long time.(There are a lot of people trying to get into this industry right now, but a good installation really requires experience and the common sense that comes along with that.) It didnt hurt that out of three bids, theirs was the most competitive (which in my opinion was because they had a very efficient design solution, and have the experience to minimize the labor involved to install). Very honest, trustworthy, and experienced. Design for the number of panels was spot on: they estimated that the number of panels that fit on our roof would produce about 2/3 of our usage, and recommended a utility rate that would corrolate to close to 100% of our utility bill: that is EXACTLY how our panels have performed over the last 4 years. They calculated the life cycle cost (how long before the utility savings and depreciation tax benefit would offset the initial cost). Very clean and professional work; e.g. all exposed conduit was very neatly and carefully installed, minimizing the visual impact of the infrastructure. They handled all the tax credit forms that we submitted to our accountant; they handled all the applications for rebates. We paid the net difference, which i understand is also financeable. Occidental also had a good reputation with all three of the roofing contractors that had bid on the roofing. The roofer we selected loved working with Occidental. The team there really have their hearts and minds in the right place, and they are truly great at what they do.
Description of Work: Design, permitting, installation, and rebate/tax credit management for installation of our 3.4 kW (20 panels) residential solar electric system. Coordinated work with roofing contractor to ensure waterproofing of our new roof.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$19,000

    Contact information

    3629 TARAVAL ST, San Francisco, CA 94116

    www.oxypower.com

    Service hours

    Sunday:
    Closed
    Monday:
    9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Tuesday:
    9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Wednesday:
    9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Thursday:
    9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Friday:
    9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Saturday:
    Closed

    Licensing

    Bonded

    Insured

    Eco-friendly Accreditations

    LEED Accredited Professional
    No
    Energy Star Partner
    No
    EPA Lead-Safe Certified
    No
    Use Green Products or Work Practices
    Yes
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    Service Categories

    Solar Panels

    FAQ

    OCCIDENTAL POWER, SOLAR WIND AND COGENERATION is currently rated 5 overall out of 5.

    Sunday: Closed

    Monday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    Thursday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    Saturday: Closed

    OCCIDENTAL POWER, SOLAR WIND AND COGENERATION accepts the following forms of payment: Check,Financing Available,MasterCard,Visa
    No, OCCIDENTAL POWER, SOLAR WIND AND COGENERATION does not offer free project estimates.
    Yes, OCCIDENTAL POWER, SOLAR WIND AND COGENERATION offers eco-friendly accreditations.
    No, OCCIDENTAL POWER, SOLAR WIND AND COGENERATION does not offer a senior discount.
    No, OCCIDENTAL POWER, SOLAR WIND AND COGENERATION does not offer emergency services.
    No, OCCIDENTAL POWER, SOLAR WIND AND COGENERATION does not offer warranties.
    OCCIDENTAL POWER, SOLAR WIND AND COGENERATION offers the following services: SOLAR ELECTRIC & SOLAR HOT WATER
    Wind Power Services

    Contact information

    3629 TARAVAL ST, San Francisco, CA 94116

    www.oxypower.com

    Service hours

    Sunday:
    Closed
    Monday:
    9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Tuesday:
    9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Wednesday:
    9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Thursday:
    9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Friday:
    9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Saturday:
    Closed