How it works · Downey, CAWe do the research. You make the call.
Kinetik Energy is an independent solar brokerage. We are not tied to one installer or one product, so our job is to find what fits your home and explain it clearly.
Share your bill
Send us a recent electric bill and tell us what matters most to you: savings, backup power, or both.
We do the research
Your advisor compares top-tier equipment, licensed installers, and programs for your specific home.
You choose
We explain every detail and answer every question. You pick the option that fits, with no pressure.
We manage it A to Z
Our white-glove service coordinates design, permits, installation, and utility approval, and keeps you updated along the way.
Solar and storage, day and night.
Tap each mode to see where your energy goes during the day, in the evening, and during an outage.
Your panels power your home first, charge your battery, and send extra energy to the grid, which can earn bill credits under your utility’s rules.
After sunset, your battery powers your home through the evening, when utility rates are often highest. The grid fills any gap.
Solar panels alone shut off during a grid outage for safety. A battery set up for backup keeps your essentials, or your whole home, running.
Illustration only. Actual performance depends on your system design, battery setup, and utility rules.
Why work with a brokerage?
More choices
We compare top-tier equipment, licensed installers, and multiple financing programs instead of pushing one product.
Less pressure
We take the time to explain every detail and answer every question. You decide when you are ready.
One point of contact
Our white-glove service manages your project from A to Z, so you have nothing to chase down.
After you choose: your project, step by step
- Site visit by our expertA solar expert visits your home to confirm your roof, electrical panel, and sun exposure.
- Scope of work finalizedYour system design, equipment, and program are confirmed in writing before any work begins.
- Project planningPermits, scheduling, and utility paperwork are handled for you.
- Quality equipment, timely installationYour licensed installation partner installs your system with Tier-1 equipment.
- Utility approval and turn-onOnce your utility approves, your system is switched on and you can track its production from your phone.
Four options. You choose.
Because we aren't tied to one product, we can show you every path side by side.
Buy it outright
You own the system from day one. Often the most long-term value if you can pay up front.
- Who owns it
- You
- How you pay
- One-time purchase
Own it, pay over time
You own the system and pay for it with a fixed monthly payment, subject to lender approval.
- Who owns it
- You
- How you pay
- Monthly loan payment
A set monthly payment
The provider owns and maintains the system. You pay a set monthly amount to use it.
- Who owns it
- The provider
- How you pay
- Monthly lease payment
Pay for the power
The provider owns and maintains the system. You pay a set rate for the power it produces.
- Who owns it
- The provider
- How you pay
- Per unit of energy
We offer these options through several financing partners, including credit unions. Availability depends on your home, credit, and program terms. Your advisor will explain the details of each option, including ownership, warranties, and what happens if you sell your home.
Straight answers about going solar.
These are the questions homeowners ask us most. If yours is not here, an advisor will be glad to answer it.
Do you serve my part of Downey?
Yes. Kinetik Energy works with homeowners throughout Downey, CA, including ZIP codes 90240, 90241, and 90242. Your consultation can be in person in Downey or by video, in English or Spanish.
Will I still get a bill from Southern California Edison?
Yes. Most solar homes still receive a monthly utility bill. It shows the energy you used and the energy your system produced, plus a monthly connection charge that applies to every customer. Credits for extra power you send to the grid can lower what you owe. Your advisor will walk you through what your bill could look like before you decide.
Will my home lose power during a blackout?
Solar panels on their own shut off during a grid outage for safety. To keep your power on, you need a battery set up for backup. Depending on the system, backup can cover your essential circuits or your whole home. Your advisor will help you choose the setup that fits your needs.
Who provides electricity in Downey, and how does solar billing work?
Southern California Edison (SCE) provides electricity to homes in Downey. New SCE solar customers are on SCE's Solar Billing Plan, also called the Net Billing Tariff or NEM 3.0. Credits for the extra solar power you send to the grid change by the hour, and your home uses a time-of-use rate. A battery can help you use more of your own solar power in the evening, when rates are usually highest. Your advisor will show how the plan affects your home, with and without a battery.
Do I need a permit to install solar in Downey?
Yes. Solar and battery systems in Downey need a building permit and inspection from the City of Downey Building & Safety Division. Your licensed installation partner pulls the permit and schedules the inspection, and we keep track of it for you. After the city signs off, SCE approves the system before it can be turned on.
Will solar put a lien on my home?
Going solar does not put a mortgage on your home. Some loan, lease, and PPA providers file a notice tied to the equipment (called a UCC fixture filing), which can come up when you sell or refinance. Your advisor will show you exactly what your program includes before you sign anything.
Will my property taxes go up?
In California, qualifying solar energy systems are currently excluded from property tax reassessment. Ask your advisor, or your county assessor, how this applies to your home.
What about my roof?
Every installation is completed by a licensed installation partner and includes a 10-year roof penetration warranty, so you are covered where the system attaches to your roof. Your advisor will show you the warranty in writing before you sign.
Who owns the system?
It depends on the option you choose. With cash or a loan, you own the system. With a lease or a power purchase agreement (PPA), the provider owns and maintains it. We explain the trade-offs so you can choose what is best for you.
What happens if I sell my home?
Systems you own usually transfer with the home. Leases and PPAs can generally be transferred to the buyer, who applies with the provider. We explain the transfer process up front so there are no surprises.
What warranties are included?
Warranties come from the equipment manufacturer, the installer, and the finance provider, and some last up to 25 years. Equipment carries manufacturer warranties of at least 10 years. PPA programs include 25-year coverage on parts and equipment, including panels, inverters, and batteries, plus a production guarantee that your system will perform as designed. Exact coverage depends on your equipment and program, and your advisor will review every warranty with you.
Do I need perfect credit?
No. We work with several financing partners that offer options for a range of credit profiles. Approval is determined by the lender. $0-down options are available for qualified homeowners.
Is Kinetik Energy the installer?
No. Kinetik Energy is an independent solar brokerage. Our registered advisors help you compare options and match you with a licensed, bonded, and insured installation partner. Then we manage the project from start to finish.