Solar Heat & Electric
Nebraska's oldest solar installer since 1983 with NABCEP certification and BBB accreditation
43+
Years in Business
15
Customer Reviews
124 mi
Service Area
2-10
Employees
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About Solar Heat & Electric
Solar Heat & Electric is the oldest and most established solar installer in Nebraska, founded by Michael Shonka in 1983 and headquartered at 7342 Farnam St, Omaha, NE 68114. The company holds NABCEP PV Installer certification (PV-041214-004782) and has been BBB Accredited since November 2024.
The company provides design, installation, and repair services for residential, commercial, and agricultural solar systems for both heating and electric applications. Solar Heat & Electric also offers radiant floor heating, water and wind technology, and energy conservation consulting. The company holds a number of regional firsts in the industry, including the first net metering installation in Nebraska, the first solar heated greenhouse, the first center pivot irrigation pump powered by solar, and the first community solar project in the state.
Solar Heat & Electric began with solar thermal and energy conservation work, adding solar electric installations as the technology matured. With over 40 years of experience in the Nebraska solar market, the company has an unmatched depth of local knowledge covering everything from climate conditions to utility interconnection requirements across the state.
Service Area
Solar Heat & Electric serves the following areas within a 124-mile radius:
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Services Offered
Certifications & Accreditations
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Warranty Coverage
25 years
10 years
What to Expect: Solar Installation Process
Initial Consultation
Free site survey and system design
Quote & Design
Detailed proposal with costs and savings
Installation
Panels, inverter, and wiring (1-3 days)
Inspection
City inspection and utility interconnection approval
Go Live
Utility grants PTO, system goes live
Customer Reviews
4.8
15 reviews
Verified Customer
Solar Heat and Electric has been in business for over 40 years and the experience shows. Michael designed a system that perfectly fits our property and energy needs.
Verified Customer
Excellent service from Nebraska's most experienced solar installer. The NABCEP certification gives real confidence in the quality of the design and installation.
Verified Customer
Chose Solar Heat and Electric for our agricultural solar project. They have decades of experience with farm installations and the system is performing exactly as promised.
Frequently Asked Questions About Solar Heat & Electric
What services does Solar Heat & Electric offer?
Solar Heat & Electric offers Solar Installation, Maintenance.
Is Solar Heat & Electric NABCEP certified?
Solar Heat & Electric holds the following certifications: NABCEP PV Installer (PV-041214-004782), BBB Accredited. Contact them directly for the latest accreditation details.
What areas does Solar Heat & Electric serve?
Solar Heat & Electric serves Omaha, Lincoln, Council Bluffs, Bellevue, Papillion, La Vista. They are based in Omaha with a service radius of 200 km.
What warranty does Solar Heat & Electric offer?
Solar Heat & Electric offers 25-year panel warranty, and 10-year installation/workmanship warranty.
How are Solar Heat & Electric's customer reviews?
Solar Heat & Electric has a 4.8/5 rating based on 15 customer reviews. Customers consistently rate them highly.
How long has Solar Heat & Electric been in business?
Solar Heat & Electric was founded in 1983 and has been in business for 43 years. They are one of the more experienced solar installers in their area.
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