Energy Renovation Center

What Energy Renovation Center does

Energy Renovation Center (ERC) is a privately held, family-owned solar installation company founded in 2015 and headquartered in Riverside, California, with a second office in Arlington, Texas. The company designs, engineers, installs, and maintains photovoltaic solar systems for residential homeowners and commercial businesses, and is differentiated by vertical integration across both solar and roofing trades. Its core technology stack combines REC Solar and Mission Solar PV modules with Enphase micro-inverters (which convert DC to AC at the panel level for better shade tolerance), Enphase AC Battery storage, the Enphase MyEnlighten 24/7 monitoring platform, and IKO roofing materials for non-penetrating integrated roof-solar installations. All systems carry a 25-year warranty covering performance, labor, inverter, and panels.

ERC operates a direct-to-consumer go-to-market centered on free in-home consultations, customized solar proposals with rooftop diagrams, and zero-money-down financing facilitated through partnerships with SunLender (solar loans from 1.99% APR, FICO 650+) and Fannie Mae (energy-efficient mortgages). Customer acquisition is supplemented by the ERC Advocator mobile referral app (paying up to $750 per closed deal), an EnergySage marketplace listing, and content marketing across a blog, FAQs, and tax-credit educational resources. The company is certified at the top tier of multiple vendor programs (Enphase Gold Installer, UNIRAC Gold Certified Installer, IKO Certified Contractor) and holds BBB, Diamond Certified, and Top Workplace credentials, which function as trust signals in a fragmented regional solar market. Average system prices range from $12,000 to $27,000, with commercial offerings (shade structures, ground mounts, agricultural solar, carports, LED lighting upgrades) adding optionality alongside the residential core.

Name

Energy Renovation Center

Legal name

Energy Renovation Center

Website

https://energyrenovationcenter.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2015

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Energy Renovation Center is a privately held, vertically integrated solar and roofing installer serving residential and commercial customers in California and Texas, using Enphase micro-inverter technology, IKO roofing, and zero-down financing through SunLender partnerships.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Solar Installation Services

NAICS

Roofing Contractors (238160)

SIC

Electrical Work (1731)

akta.pro primary industry

Solar EPC & Construction (Utility-Scale, Rooftop, Balance of System) (EUAMABAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Solar Roofing & Roof-Mounted PV Systems (IMADAFAO), Solar Financing, Leasing & Ownership Platforms (Tax Equity, PPA, Securitization) (EUAMABAJ)

Keywords

• Residential solar installation
• Commercial solar systems
• Solar panel financing
• Roofing services
• Battery backup storage

Headquarters

HQ city

Riverside

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Solar Panel Hardware Sales and Installation: ERC sells and installs complete photovoltaic solar panel systems for residential and commercial properties. Revenue is generated through the upfront sale of equipment and installation labor. The company offers both direct purchase and financing options. Systems include REC Solar panels, Mission Solar panels (American-made), Enphase micro-inverters, and battery backup solutions. Installation is performed by in-house licensed electricians and roofers.
2. Solar Financing Origination: ERC facilitates solar loans through partnerships with SunLender and other lenders. The company earns dealer buy-down revenue when interest rates are bought down to close sales. Financing products include unsecured loans, secured home improvement loans, and energy-efficient mortgages. Interest rates range from 1.99% (excellent credit) to market rates, with FICO scores as low as 650 accepted.
3. Referral Program Revenue: ERC operates a referral program through its mobile app (ERC Advocator). The company pays referral fees to customers and partners who refer new solar or roof customers. Referral payouts range from $35 per qualified lead to $500 per completed solar installation and $250 per roof installation. The referral program drives customer acquisition at a lower CAC than traditional advertising.
4. Roofing Materials and Installation Services: ERC sells and installs IKO asphalt shingles and metal roofing systems as part of its integrated roof-solar offering. Revenue is generated through roof replacement and repair services, often bundled with solar installations. IKO-certified status enables access to upgraded warranties and pricing for customers.
5. Commercial Solar and LED Lighting: ERC installs commercial solar systems (shade structures, ground mounts, agricultural installations, solar carports) and LED lighting upgrades for businesses. Commercial incentives include 30% federal business energy investment tax credit and 5-year MACRS depreciation schedule. LED upgrades offer instant-on lighting, reduced maintenance costs, and energy savings.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Energy Renovation Center designs, sells, and installs photovoltaic (PV) solar panel systems for residential and commercial properties in Texas and California, leveraging Enphase micro-inverters and REC Solar / Mission Solar panels. The company also provides integrated roofing installation, battery backup solutions, LED lighting upgrades, and solar financing arrangements through partners such as SunLender.

Product overview

Energy Renovation Center is a vertically integrated solar company offering residential and commercial solar panel systems, battery storage, LED lighting upgrades, and roofing services. The core product is customized solar panel installations (Mission Solar and REC Solar brands) paired with Enphase micro-inverters for energy conversion. The portfolio includes add-on modules for battery backup (Enphase AC Battery), 24/7 monitoring (Enphase Enlighten/MyEnlighten platform), and a referral mobile app. Financing is available through solar loans and Energy-Efficient Mortgages. The company operates with zero money down options and backs all installations with 25-year warranties for performance, labor, inverter, and panels.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Residential Solar Panel Systems Customized solar panel installations for homeowners in Texas and California designed to reduce electricity bills, increase home value, and provide energy independence. Includes 25-year performance, labor, inverter, and panel warranty.
• Commercial Solar Systems Solar installations for businesses including shade structures, ground mounts, agricultural installations, and solar carports to reduce commercial energy costs and qualify for 30% federal ITC and 5-year MACRS depreciation.
• Battery Backup Systems Solar battery backup option that stores excess power harvested from the PV system or grid during off-peak hours for use during peak pricing periods or grid outages. Features 96% round-trip efficiency and 10-year expected life.
• LED Lighting Upgrades Commercial LED lighting installation services that reduce energy consumption by up to 80% compared to traditional incandescent bulbs, lasting 25 times longer with reduced maintenance costs.
• Roofing Services Roofing installation and replacement using IKO asphalt shingles and metal roofing, often bundled with solar installations. Includes handling of roofing insurance claims and solar panel removal/re-installation during roof work.
• Residential Solar Loan Solar financing arrangement with interest rates as low as 1.99% for excellent credit, FICO scores as low as 650 accepted, no money down, and unsecured and secured loan options. Includes No Payment/No Interest period for first 12 months to allow customers to collect federal ITC tax credit.

Quantifiable outcome

• Average residential solar system lifetime savings of $10,000-$30,000 over the 25-year system life, per National Renewable Energy Laboratory data referenced by ERC
• +7 more outcomes

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration4 records

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• UNIRACcoreTechnology or Integration · 2 January 2020ERC achieved Gold Certified Installer status with UNIRAC, a pioneer in solar racking with 20 years of experience, 5GW+ of installations, and 750,000+ total installations. UNIRAC launched the solar industry's first racking certification program with three tiers. Gold tier is the highest certification, requiring evaluation on measurable company practices and consumer confidence. This partnership provides ERC with access to premium solar mounting hardware, marketing assets, training, and co-branding that differentiate ERC from competitors. UNIRAC CEO Peter Lorenz noted that Gold Certified partners receive full backing and warranty support from UNIRAC.
• Enphase EnergycoreTechnology or IntegrationERC is an Enphase Gold Installer, ranking among top-tier Enphase experts for excellent service. Enphase provides micro-inverters, the Enphase Envoy networking hub, MyEnlighten monitoring platform, and AC battery storage systems. ERC installs Enphase micro-inverters on every solar panel, providing panel-level DC-to-AC conversion. Enphase is credited as the first company to successfully commercialize micro-inverters (2008) and remains a technology leader. Enphase's 25-year warranty matches ERC's panel warranty, ensuring seamless long-term support.
• IKOcoreTechnology or IntegrationIKO (IKO asphalt) is ERC's premier roofing materials partner. ERC is an IKO certified contractor, enabling access to exclusive pricing, upgraded warranties, and shingle options not available to non-certified installers. IKO manufactures asphalt roofing shingles with heavy-weight fiberglass mats and is one of the only roofing manufacturers to produce a complete roofing system with optimized components from decking to shingles. IKO Cambridge architectural shingles and IKO Performance Collection offer wind warranties up to 130 MPH, critical for Texas installations. IKO Hillsboro, TX manufacturing plant serves the Texas market.
• REC SolarcoreTechnology or IntegrationREC Solar is one of ERC's primary solar panel manufacturers alongside Mission Solar. ERC references REC Solar as a preferred panel brand due to its reliability. REC provides the ProTrust Warranty for panels installed by ERC, which is a 25-year product and power warranty. ERC states it only uses products that satisfy the 25-year warranty requirement for customer satisfaction.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Tesla Energy: Operates Tesla Solar Roof and solar panel installations across multiple US states including California and Texas. Broader clean-energy incumbent offering integrated Powerwall storage and EV ecosystem, competing for the same premium residential solar customer.

Direct peers

• Trinity Solar: One of the largest privately-held residential solar installers in the US, operating across the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic. Similar vertically-integrated residential solar model with in-house installation crews and long-term warranties.
• ADT Solar (formerly Sunpro Solar): National residential solar installer (acquired by ADT) operating in Texas and other Sun Belt states with door-to-door sales model. Comparable in offering residential PV + battery storage with similar zero-down financing structure.
• Sunrun: Largest US residential solar installer operating a lease/PPA and cash purchase model with battery attach (Brightbox). Directly competes with ERC in California and Texas markets on residential rooftop solar with zero-down financing.
• Green Home Systems: Mid-size residential solar installer offering PV systems with battery backup in multiple US states. Comparable in targeting homeowners via consultative in-home sales and offering zero-down financing structures.
• Blue Raven Solar: Residential solar installer operating across multiple US states including Texas. Similar cash/loan/lease financing model with BluePower Plus+ offering. Comparable mid-size installer competing in similar suburban markets.
• Momentum Solar: Residential solar installer operating primarily in the Northeast, Southwest, and Texas with direct-to-door sales model. Directly comparable in offering full-service residential PV with zero-down financing and battery add-ons.
• SunPower: Long-standing US residential and commercial solar installer with Maxeon panel technology. Competes with ERC in California on premium residential rooftop solar with similar financing and battery attach offerings.
• Freedom Forever: US residential solar installer operating in California, Texas, Arizona, and other Sun Belt states. Directly comparable in offering vertically-integrated design-installation-maintenance service with comparable zero-down financing options.

Others

• Lumio (formerly AEE Solar): Solar equipment distributor and installer serving residential and small commercial markets. Functions as a comparable installer/equipment-supply hybrid serving overlapping customer segments in the rooftop solar ecosystem.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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• Facebookfacebook.com/EnergyRenovationCenter
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/energy-renovation-center
• Instagraminstagram.com/energyrenovationcenter

Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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