Solar Installation in Denver, CO
Local solar design and installation across the Mile High City — from Denver to Aurora, Lakewood, Arvada, and the surrounding Front Range.
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Proudly Serving Denver & the Front Range
Denver homeowners get some of the best solar conditions in the country — high altitude, intense sunshine, and roughly 300 sunny days a year — paired with steadily climbing Xcel Energy rates. Lunex Power helps homeowners and businesses across the Front Range turn all that sun into real savings with custom solar systems and battery storage, designed and installed for the way you actually use power.
Denver isn't just a market we serve — it's our home base. Lunex Power West, our Colorado headquarters, is located right here in the city, which means local crews, faster service, and a team that genuinely knows Front Range roofs, hail, and Xcel's interconnection process.
We serve Denver and the surrounding Front Range communities, including:
Denver
Aurora
Lakewood
Arvada
Westminster
Thornton
Centennial
Littleton
Englewood
Wheat Ridge
Denver Metro
Why Solar Makes Sense in Denver
Denver sits at 5,280 feet, and that altitude is a real advantage for solar — thinner air and around 300 sunny days a year mean more usable sunlight hitting your panels. With Xcel Energy rates climbing year over year, solar lets you lock in a predictable cost for the power you generate instead of riding every rate increase.
Pairing your system with battery storage takes it a step further — keeping essentials running during grid outages and banking your cheapest daytime power for use after the sun goes down. Whether you're cutting the bill on a Wash Park bungalow or future-proofing a new build in the suburbs, we'll help you design the right system for your roof and your goals.
Solar Considerations in Denver
Solar performs exceptionally well in Denver, but the Front Range has its own set of details we plan around on every job:
Hail is the big one — Denver sits in the heart of “Hail Alley,” so we install panels with tempered glass rated for hail impact and mounting hardware built for high winds. High-altitude UV is stronger here, which we account for in equipment selection, and winter snow loads still factor into mounting and layout. Mature trees in established neighborhoods like Wash Park and Park Hill create shading we design around rather than ignore. On top of that, every system has to clear Xcel Energy interconnection — which we handle for you.
Not sure how these factors apply to your property? We'll walk you through all of it during your quote.
Built for Colorado Hail, Sun & Front Range Roofs
A Colorado sky can go from clear to a severe hailstorm in an afternoon. Between Hail Alley storms, high-altitude UV, gusty Front Range winds, and winter snow, the quality of what gets installed matters as much as how it's installed.
We only use equipment we'd put on our own homes — panels with tempered glass rated for hail impact, mounting hardware engineered for high wind and snow loads, and workmanship that keeps your roof watertight through every freeze and thaw. Every penetration is properly sealed and flashed, because a solar system that causes a leak isn't worth having.
For homeowners who want backup power during storm or wildfire-season outages, we install Tesla Powerwall 3, Enphase IQ Battery 10C, and FranklinWH aPower 2 battery systems — installed to the same standard as our solar work, with no shortcuts and no undersized equipment.
Designed Around Denver Utilities & Usage
The best solar results don't come from guessing — they come from designing around how you actually use power. We size every Denver system around your real usage, your heating and cooling setup, and your roof, not a one-size-fits-all average.
Most Denver-area homes are served by Xcel Energy, with parts of the metro covered by municipal providers and rural co-ops. We know how Xcel handles solar interconnection, net metering credits, and its Solar*Rewards program — and we manage those applications for you, so your system is set up to earn every credit it should from day one.
How Much Does Solar Cost in Denver?
Solar pricing depends on your energy usage, how much of your bill you want to offset, your roof, and whether you're adding battery storage. Here's a realistic range to plan around before Colorado incentives bring the net cost down.
That's the sticker price — but between Xcel Energy's Solar*Rewards program and Colorado's sales and property tax exemptions, most Denver homeowners pay less than the numbers above. For the full breakdown, see our Colorado solar incentives guide.
Not sure what size system your home needs? Our Denver-based team can walk you through your options and incentives.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which utility serves Denver, and does it offer net metering?
Most Denver-area homes are served by Xcel Energy, which offers full retail net metering along with its Solar*Rewards program. That means the excess power your system sends to the grid earns credits toward future bills, and we handle the interconnection and net metering applications with Xcel for you. For exactly how the credits roll over, see our guide to net metering in Colorado.
Are solar panels in Denver built to handle hail?
Yes. The Front Range sits in what insurers call 'Hail Alley,' so hail durability is something we plan for on every Denver install. Modern panels use tempered glass rated to withstand hail impacts, and we only install equipment built to that standard. A properly installed system stands up to Colorado storms far better than most people expect, and many homeowners find their panels actually protect the roof area beneath them.
What solar rebates and incentives are available in Denver?
Denver homeowners can combine Xcel Energy's Solar*Rewards program with Colorado's statewide sales and property tax exemptions on solar equipment, plus city-level programs funded through Denver's Climate Protection Fund. For a full rundown of what's available and how to qualify, see our guide to Colorado solar incentives.
How does Denver's high altitude affect solar production?
It helps. At a mile above sea level, Denver gets more intense sunlight and around 300 sunny days a year, which means strong year-round production. We design every system around your roof's orientation, pitch, and real elevation conditions so it makes the most of all that high-altitude sun.
Does snow hurt solar production in Denver?
Not much. Denver's snow is typically light and dry, and the city's abundant sunshine means most snow slides off tilted panels and melts within a day or two of a storm. Colorado's strong spring-through-fall production more than makes up for any short winter dips, and we size systems with the full year in mind.
Does Lunex Power have a local team in Denver?
Yes — Denver is home to Lunex Power West, our Colorado headquarters at 6145 Broadway. A local office means local crews, faster service visits, and a team that knows Front Range roofs, hail, permitting, and Xcel Energy's interconnection process firsthand.
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