By Damon Glastetter, Solar-HI Maui, Kihei, Hawaii ·
The short answer: have your last 12 months of electric bills, your roof's age and type, and your goals ready, then ask for a line-item quote after someone has looked at your home. Your goals might be lower bills, backup power, EV charging, or all three. A good quote breaks out equipment, labor, and options separately.
If you're searching for a solar installer near me on Maui, or typing "solar company near me Kihei" into your phone, you're probably past the research stage. Here's how to get a solar quote on Maui efficiently, what to expect when requesting a solar quote on Maui, and how to tell a real quote from a sales pitch. A no-pressure solar quote near me on Maui should feel like a conversation, not a sales call.
What should I have ready before I request a solar quote on Maui?
Your recent electric bills. Twelve months is ideal, because usage on Maui shifts with the seasons and with how you use air conditioning.
Your roof situation. Know roughly how old your roof is and what it's made of. If a reroof is coming soon, tell us. It changes the plan.
Your goals. Lower bills, backup power, an EV charger, an aging system you're unsure about: each leads to a different design.
Anything unusual about the property. HOA rules, shade, or a panel that's already full are all worth mentioning up front.
What happens when I contact a solar company near me in Kihei?
With us, the first step is a conversation, usually with Damon, not a call center. We talk through what you're looking for before anything gets scheduled. If it makes sense to look at your property, we set that up next. There's no obligation at any point. If you'd rather fill out a form than call, it takes a couple of minutes.
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What should a good solar quote include?
Line-item pricing. Equipment, labor, and options listed separately, so you can see what's driving the total.
A system designed around your home. Sized to your actual usage and roof, not a standard package.
Equipment choices explained. Which panels, inverter, and battery (if any), and why those over the alternatives.
Honest financing guidance. Cash, a loan, or Hawaii's GEM$ program compared on total cost, not just a monthly payment.
Incentive information, with a caveat. Hawaii's state solar tax credit has been the subject of recent legislative changes, so confirm current terms and your eligibility with a tax professional rather than relying on any company's estimate.
How do I compare solar quotes on Maui?
Put them side by side and compare line by line, not by total. Ask each company who will do the installation, what equipment they're proposing and why, and who you call after the system is installed. Be wary of pressure to sign the same day, "free solar" language, and quotes you can't break down. A company confident in its work will be comfortable answering all of it.
What does the process look like from first call to a turned-on system?
Every project is a little different, and timelines depend on permitting, utility approval, and scheduling, so we won't promise a number of weeks here. The sequence, though, is consistent.
The first conversation. We talk through your goals, your electric bills, and your home before anything else.
A look at your property. We assess your roof, your electrical panel, and your sun exposure.
Design and proposal. We design the system around your usage and give you a line-item proposal.
Your decision. You review the proposal, ask questions, and decide when you're ready. There's no clock running.
Paperwork and permitting. If you move forward, we handle the permitting paperwork and the utility application.
Installation. Our team installs the system, with Damon involved.
Inspection and turn-on. Inspections and the utility's approval are required before a grid-connected system is switched on.
After the install. We're available for questions, and we explain how to monitor your system.
What happens at the property visit?
We'll want to see the roof, the electrical panel, and where the meter sits. It helps if you can tell us about roof access, any shade from trees or neighboring buildings, and any HOA requirements. We'll also ask about anything you plan to add later, like an EV charger or a battery, because it can change how the system is designed. The visit is for gathering information, not for closing a sale.
What should a solar proposal look like on paper?
A good proposal is easy to read and hard to misunderstand. It should list the size of the system, the number and model of the panels, the inverter, and the battery if one is included, along with an estimate of how much electricity the system is expected to produce. It should break out the cost of equipment, labor, and any options separately, state what's covered by the equipment and workmanship warranties, explain who handles permits and the utility application, and lay out the payment terms. If a proposal is a single page with one number and a monthly payment, ask for more detail. You're entitled to understand exactly what you're buying.
Why two quotes for the same house can look so different
When quotes for the same home don't match, the difference usually comes from a few places: the size of the system, the equipment brand and quality, whether battery storage is included, any roof work required, what's covered in the scope (permits, monitoring, warranty), and how the price is presented. Ask each company to spell out the scope so you're comparing like with like, and put the proposals side by side line by line.
Should I get more than one quote?
Yes, and we'd say that even though it means you might compare us to someone else. Two or three written, line-item quotes from licensed companies is a reasonable number. It's the fastest way to understand what's normal for your home and which company explains things most clearly.
How do I know a solar company near me is reputable?
Check for an active Hawaii contractor license, read recent customer reviews, and ask for references. Look at how long the company has worked on Maui specifically, and whether it has a real local address you can visit. Ours is 171 Auhana Rd in Kihei, and our license number is listed in the footer of every page of this site. Then pay attention to how the company treats your questions: a straight answer before you sign usually predicts a straight answer after.
What if I'm not ready to buy yet?
That's completely fine, and it's a common place to be. Plenty of homeowners reach out months before they decide, just to understand their options, get a sense of what a system for their home might look like, or find out whether solar makes sense at all. Asking for a quote doesn't put you on a clock, and nobody is going to chase you with a countdown. If the honest answer is that solar isn't a good fit for your home right now, we'll tell you that too.
A quick checklist for your first call
It helps to have a few things in front of you when you call or fill out the form. Have your most recent electric bill handy, and if you can, the last twelve. Know roughly how old your roof is and whether you expect to replace it soon. Think about whether you want backup power, an EV charger, or both, now or later. And write down any questions you have, because the first conversation is the best time to ask them. None of this has to be perfect. If you don't have something, we'll work with what you have.
Why choose a Kihei solar company for a project anywhere on Maui?
Because the person who answers the phone is the person who knows your project. We're a small, owner-led company, so Damon is involved from the first conversation through the final walkthrough rather than handing you off to a separate sales team and then a separate crew. Being based on Maui also means we can come take a look at your home without a long trip, and it means that when you have a question years from now, you're calling a local number and not a national call center.
Can I request a quote if I already have solar?
Yes. Many of the people who contact us already have a system and want to know whether to add a battery, replace aging equipment, or upgrade what they have. Tell us what you have, when it was installed, and what's prompting the call, and we'll look at the existing system before recommending anything. Sometimes the right answer is an upgrade, and sometimes the existing equipment still has good years left in it. We'll tell you which one we think it is, and why.
What if my roof needs work first?
It's a common situation, especially with older roofs. If your roof is near the end of its life, it usually makes sense to deal with it before, or together with, the solar installation, and it's worth telling us up front so the plan accounts for it. If you already have panels and a reroof is coming, you'll also need to decide whether to reinstall the existing equipment or replace it, which we explain on our Reroofing & Solar page. We'll walk you through the options and the tradeoffs honestly, rather than steering you toward whichever is easiest for us.
Questions to ask before you sign
Ask for the exact equipment by make and model, what the equipment and workmanship warranties cover, who handles permits and the utility application, how the payment schedule works, what the cancellation terms are, what happens if utility approval is delayed, and who you call after the system is installed. Get the answers in writing, and take the time you need to read the contract.
How do I pay for solar: cash, a loan, or GEM$?
You generally have three routes: paying cash, taking out a loan, or using Hawaii's GEM$ on-bill program if you qualify. Each trades off upfront cost against ongoing payments differently, and the right choice depends on your numbers. We'll walk through all three using your actual costs, and our Solar Financing Guide explains how they compare.
Do incentives change my quote?
They can change what you ultimately pay, which is why it's worth asking about them. But incentive rules change, and your eligibility depends on your own tax situation, so we'd rather send you to a tax professional than quote a figure that may not apply to you. Our Hawaii Solar Incentives page covers the current landscape in more detail.
Solar installers near Wailea, Kahului, Wailuku, and Lahaina
We're based at 171 Auhana Rd in Kihei, and Kihei and Wailea are our primary service area. We also do regular work in Kahului, Wailuku, and Lahaina, with projects across Maui including Kula, Makawao, Paia, and Haiku. See solar installation in Kihei and Wailea. Damon has been installing solar in Hawaii since 2006 and is personally involved in every job.
Ready for a no-pressure solar quote near you on Maui?
Reaching out doesn't commit you to anything. It starts a conversation, and you'll hear back directly from us.
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Frequently Asked
How do I get a solar quote on Maui? Contact a licensed installer, share your recent electric bills and goals, and have them look at your property. A good quote breaks out equipment, labor, and options separately.
Is there a solar company near me in Kihei? Yes. Solar-HI Maui is based at 171 Auhana Rd in Kihei and serves Kihei, Wailea, Kahului, Wailuku, and Lahaina, with projects across Maui.
Will I get pressured to sign when I request a quote? Not with us. The first step is a conversation, and there's no obligation at any point.
What does a solar installation quote on Maui cost? Requesting a quote doesn't cost anything. The price of the system depends on your usage, roof, equipment, and whether you add battery storage; we give you a specific figure after looking at your home.
Should I get more than one solar quote? Yes. Two or three written, line-item quotes from licensed companies is a reasonable number, and comparing them line by line is the fastest way to see what's normal for your home.
What do I need before a solar company visits my Maui home? Your last 12 months of electric bills, your roof's age and type, and a clear sense of your goals are the most helpful things to have ready.
How long does it take to go from quote to installed solar on Maui? It varies with permitting, utility approval, and scheduling, so we give a realistic timeline for your project instead of a one-size number.