If you’ve been considering investing in solar power, wait no further! What better way to harness the hot Marin summers than by cutting your energy bill and helping the environment? The 2024 readers’ choice Best of the County winner is Sun First Solar (pictured above). For the rest of the Marin Magazine‘s Best of Marin County Solar Service picks see below.
Our 2024 Home & Design category sponsor is The Trono Team. View the rest of the Home & Design category here.
We’ve broken it down by region: Central and Northern Marin.
Central | Northern
Central Marin
Pac Solar Corporation
San Rafael
Established in 2013, this family-owned and operated business isn’t interested in employing “sales guys” — as they describe it — as middlemen. Every detail goes straight to the top and you’re dealing with genuine professionals every step of the way. Hours are Monday through Friday 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
118 Mitchell Blvd, San Rafael, 415.299.8989
SonoMarin Solar & Electric
San Rafael
SonoMarin’s pride and specialty is full solar service, making sure not only that your home is powered but that it sends any energy right back into a battery, so that when PG&E inevitably blips out again, you’re sitting happily on your own power source. Hours are Monday through Friday 7 a.m. – 7 p.m.
675 Idylberry Rd, San Rafael, 415.985.5458
Sun First Solar
San Rafael
Sun First has strong roots in the local industry, giving them exclusive access and pricing to some of the best products on the market. Their goal is to build lasting relationships with their clients, avoiding subcontractors to make sure that every job is done by them, with a team you can trust. Hours are Monday through Friday 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
136 Mitchell Blvd, San Rafael, 415.458.5870
Northern Marin
SolarCraft
Novato
With over 35 years of solar energy under their belt, SolarCraft is a 100% employee-owned business that provides energy solutions with the highest environmental and economical benefits to their clients. Everyone on staff is committed to their mission, their partners and their community. Hours are Monday through Friday 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
8 Digital Dr #101, Novato, 415.382.7717
Sunterra Solar
Novato
At Sunterra Solar, their panels are built to last, and their 25 year warranties are emblematic of that promise. They also invest in the community with their “veterans first” hiring policy to help those returning from service get training and support. Hours are Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
285 Bel Marin Keys Blvd, Novato, 415.883.6800
Best of the County Home & Design Sponsor
The Trono Team
In life, you want someone who is in your corner. Trono Team is just that when it comes to an exceptional real estate experience. Rick is a lifelong entrepreneur with roots in Marin County and has local knowledge that cannot be googled. Peri’s creative background in the arts make marketing strategies fun. Whether you are a buyer, seller or both, we are ready to help you make a move!
What is important for sellers to keep in mind at this time?
Buyers are looking for turn-key homes. Does this mean you need to remodel your home? No. Instead, think PAINT! Rich, moody paint hues are in. Designers like Jake Arnold and Heidi Callier known for their rich design principles and authentic spaces are trending in design and home decor, evoking buyers to seek this in a home.
Mehnaz Khan, a color psychology specialist and principal at Color Conscious Living in Albany, New York, says, “Human beings have an innate desire for belonging.” (source: 7 Paint Colors That Make a House Sell for More Money, Brittany Anas). First impressions are everything. Be bold!
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Rick Trono & Peri Trono | Mill Valley | TronoTeam.com | DRE01045523, DRE02216020
