Southern Current
Charleston-based solar developer and EPC contractor handling residential, commercial, and utility-scale projects since 2016
10+
Years in Business
15
Customer Reviews
93 mi
Service Area
11-50
Employees
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About Southern Current
Southern Current is a solar developer and EPC contractor headquartered at 1519 King Street in Charleston. Founded in 2016, the company has grown from a local installer to a regional solar developer handling residential, commercial, and utility-scale projects across South Carolina and the Southeast. Southern Current is now an energyRe company, which has expanded its capacity for larger solar and storage projects, including a 108 MWdc solar and 198 MWh storage project under a power purchase agreement with Dominion Energy South Carolina.
The company installs panels from Hanwha Q Cells and Canadian Solar, paired with SolarEdge and Enphase inverters. Battery storage options include the Tesla Powerwall. For residential customers, Southern Current provides full-service solar installations from consultation and design through permitting, installation, and utility interconnection. The company’s commercial division handles projects ranging from small businesses to industrial facilities and nonprofit organizations.
Southern Current holds a 4.5-star rating across review platforms and is BBB accredited. The company operates Monday through Friday, 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. Customers highlight the team’s knowledge and professionalism, while the company’s involvement in utility-scale projects demonstrates a level of engineering capability that benefits residential installations as well.
Service Area
Southern Current serves the following areas within a 93-mile radius:
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Services Offered
Certifications & Accreditations
Partner Manufacturers
Panels
Inverters
Batteries
Warranty Coverage
25 years
12 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
4.5
15 reviews
Chris D.
Southern Current helped us get the right system for our home. The team was very knowledgeable and it was a pleasure to work with them from start to finish.
Emily R.
Professional company with good communication. They explained all the options clearly and the installation was completed on schedule. Happy with our system's performance.
John M.
We chose Southern Current for their local roots and commercial experience. They delivered a quality installation for our small business and the savings have been substantial.
Frequently Asked Questions About Southern Current
What services does Southern Current offer?
Southern Current offers Solar Installation, Battery Storage, Solar Design, Energy Audit, Grid Connection, Maintenance, Monitoring.
Is Southern Current NABCEP certified?
Southern Current holds the following certifications: BBB Accredited. Contact them directly for the latest accreditation details.
What areas does Southern Current serve?
Southern Current serves Charleston, North Charleston, Mount Pleasant, Summerville, Columbia. They are based in Charleston with a service radius of 150 km.
What warranty does Southern Current offer?
Southern Current offers 25-year panel warranty, 12-year inverter warranty, and 10-year installation/workmanship warranty.
How are Southern Current's customer reviews?
Southern Current has a 4.5/5 rating based on 15 customer reviews. Customers consistently rate them highly.
How long has Southern Current been in business?
Southern Current was founded in 2016 and has been in business for 10 years. They are one of the more experienced solar installers in their area.
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