Solar Providers Collaborate To Bring Homeowners Low-Cost, Roof-Integrated Installations

"Working with OCR, SunRun can offer more options for its hassle-free solar services to the individual homeowner concerned with aesthetics and cost. Today, homeowners going solar can truly have it all and on their own terms," said Nat Kreamer, President and COO of SunRun.

SunRun has pioneered the residential power purchase agreement (PPA), through which homeowners are provided with solar electricity at a lower cost than they pay the local utility company. SunRun includes free lifetime maintenance, monitoring and performance guarantees, making solar worry-free and eliminating future costs. OCR joins SunRun's esteemed group of expert installer partners.

"The recently expanded federal tax credits combined with the solar rebates offered in California are helping homeowners save thousands of dollars while going solar," said Aaron Nitzkin, vice president of solar for OCR Solar & Roofing. "It's important to not only select the right product but also the right installer to protect your long term investment. Most contractors drill holes in tile roofs, which voids the roofing material warranty. OCR has 40 years of experience in the roofing industry and knows how to properly integrate panels with no worry of broken tiles, leakage or anything else that may compromise the integrity of your roof."

OCR offers seamlessly integrated roof tile design and installation, featuring BP Solar's EnergyTile solar modules, allowing Northern California residents to enjoy one of the best-

looking options on the market and the opportunity to save money while living green. Tile integrated solar panels offer communities an option to have solar panels that blend in with the décor of the neighborhood. OCR's team works closely with each homeowner and within community association's guidelines if necessary, to create a customized option that is aesthetically pleasing and offers maximum benefits and compliance.

"In our community of Serrano, preserving the beauty of the homes and landscape is our primary goal. This is especially important when it comes to making changes like adding solar panels," said John Bowman, General Manager of Serrano El Dorado Owners' Association. "What we appreciate about OCR Solar & Roofing is they offer a product that integrates seamlessly into the roofs and is much more visually appealing than the typical rack mounted panels. Plus their team works closely with our architectural committee on the layout, making the approval process as easy as possible for our owners."

OCR has established an exclusive relationship in Northern California with global leader BP Solar, the manufacturer of EnergyTile solar electric panels. Through this relationship, OCR is able to provide BP Solar's 25-year time-tested product warranty, and as a roofing contractor, has the knowledge and experience to properly install these integrated solar roofing systems. 

About OCR Solar & Roofing

OCR Solar & Roofing is one of the nation's largest installers of fully-integrated solar roofing solutions and is backed by a relationship with global leader, BP Solar.  Led by its CEO, Dieter Folk, OCR provides homebuilders and homeowners a collaborative approach to solar and roofing by creating innovative solutions that meet their individual needs.  The progressive company is ranked one of the top 10 residential roofing contractors in the country and has gained the trust of hundreds of homebuilders and homeowners through their prompt attention, dependability and highest quality of craftsmanship. For further information, please visit http://www.ocrsolarandroofing.com/.

About SunRun

SunRun is the nation's first distributed residential solar electricity provider, offering homeowners fully-serviced solar solutions with flexible payment options. With SunRun, homeowners lock in future energy consumption at below-market rates, protecting them from rising utility costs. All SunRun plans include lifetime maintenance, monitoring and performance guarantees, making solar worry-free for homeowners. SunRun works to create a more economically and environmentally sustainable world. SunRun is based in San Francisco. For more info, visit http://www.sunrunhome.com/ or call (415) 982-9000.