Solar contracts with the disclosure CSLB requires
Describe the system and the homeowner gets a contract with the array size, equipment, interconnection steps, the CSLB solar disclosure and payments tied to install and permission to operate.
License class: C-46 Solar, C-10 Electrical, or B General Building
Your first 3 contracts are free. No credit card.
What a solar scope has to say
- System size in kW DC, panel count, panel and inverter manufacturer and model, and any battery.
- Roof work included (attachments, flashing, any re-roof section) and structural review if required.
- Electrical: main panel work, disconnects, conduit routing and monitoring.
- Permit, utility interconnection application, inspection and Permission to Operate (PTO), with who files each.
- Production estimate basis and the manufacturer and workmanship warranties.
§7159 and solar-specific points
- The CSLB Solar Energy System Disclosure Document must be given to the homeowner before signing (B&P Code § 7169). BIDGRIT prompts for it.
- Down payment cap: $1,000 or 10%, whichever is less, including any "reservation" fee.
- Payments must track installation milestones; final payment after PTO is a clean, defensible schedule.
- Financing or a PPA does not remove the home improvement contract requirements for the installation itself.
Change orders solar installers write
Main panel upgrade required by the utilityRoof repair found at attachment pointsBattery added after the site surveyTrenching for a ground mount
How it works
01
Talk through the job or snap photos
02
Review the scope and line-item estimate
03
Homeowner signs on their phone
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General information for California contractors, not legal advice. Statutory requirements change; confirm specifics with counsel or CSLB.