ESCONDIDO, Calif., August 6, 2019 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- With renewable energy expected to be the fastest growing source of U.S. electricity generation for at least the next two years, local solar and home battery provider Baker Electric Home Energy continues to contribute to the country's energy mix. Baker has once again been recognized by Solar Power World magazine for its growing solar and home battery business. The company installed 15,111.6 kilowatts of solar in 2018, making it the #3 Residential Rooftop Contactor in California and achieving a national overall rank of 80 out of 415 solar companies on the magazine's 2019 Top Solar Contractors list.
The Top Solar Contractors list is developed by Solar Power World to recognize the work completed by solar contractors across the United States. Produced annually, the Top Solar Contractors list celebrates the achievements of U.S. solar developers, subcontractors and installers within the utility, commercial and residential markets, and ranks contractors by kilowatts installed in the previous year.
Baker Electric Home Energy president Mike Teresso said, "We're very excited that our company's growth has been recognized once again by Solar Power World. Baker's success is a direct result of our commitment to superior quality, technology innovation and exceptional customer service. We're now the #1 local residential solar provider in our San Diego County service area and have recently surpassed the milestone of 10,000 residential solar systems installed."
"Solar Power World enjoys assembling the Top Solar Contractors list each year, and our 2019 edition features hundreds of companies making big impacts in local energy markets," said Kelly Pickerel, editor in chief of Solar Power World. "Solar power is becoming competitive with traditional electricity sources in more markets, and cities and states are demanding more renewable energy options. It's a great time to be a solar installer, and we're happy to highlight the best installation companies in the country on our list."
The U.S. solar market is expected to see 14% growth in 2019, with over 12 GW of new solar power added to the grid this year — enough to power 2.28 million average American homes. This increase in installations is attributed to strong residential solar interest and a rush to get projects in before the 30% federal investment tax credit steps down to 26% next year.
The emerging energy storage market will also influence solar installations going forward. In markets that encourage grid service applications like time-of-use (TOU) shifting, self-consumption and backup power, battery systems paired with solar arrays are attractive options for home and business owners looking to save costs. Solar Power World included the first Solar+Storage Installer sub list in the 2019 Top Solar Contractors edition in recognition of solar installers' early efforts at coupling the two technologies for customers. In the list of the top 50, Baker Electric Home Energy ranked #15 nationwide.
Ian Lochore, VP and General Manager of Baker's Solar and Home Battery business commented, "We're excited to be at the forefront of San Diego's growing home battery market. This game-changing technology allows homeowners to optimize and manage their solar power – a perfect complement for any residential energy producer."
About Baker Electric Home Energy
Built on 80 years of electrical contracting expertise, San Diego-based Baker Electric Home Energy has provided home energy solutions to more than 10,000 customers throughout Southern California. Known for exemplary customer service and business ethics, Baker Home Energy designs, engineers and installs solar power systems and home batteries for residences across Southern California. Additionally, the company provides full heating and air conditioning services and smart home solutions.
The company is a BBB accredited business with an A+ rating and has been the winner or finalist of the BBB Torch Award for Ethics in the 100-499 employee category four consecutive years (2014 - 2018). In addition, Baker has received the 2017 BBB's coveted International Torch Award in 2017. Baker has also been ranked by the San Diego Business Journal as its No. 31 Fastest-Growing Private Company and has earned Angie's List Super Service Award four times (2013–2016).
About Solar Power World
Solar Power World is the leading online and print resource for news and information regarding solar installation, development and technology. Since 2011, SPW has helped U.S. solar contractors — including installers, developers and EPCs in all markets — grow their businesses and do their jobs better.
Media Contacts
Baker Electric Home Energy
Kathi McCalligan
760-546-6031
kmccalligan(at)bakerhomeenergy(dot)com
Solar Power World
Kelly Pickerel, editor in chief
216-860-5259
kpickerel(at)wtwhmedia(dot)com
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