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Battery or Generator? Which Is Better for Backup Power?

With a strong El Niño winter expected, now is the time to know your options. Our latest blog compares generators and home batteries—and how each performs when the power goes out.

Get informed. Get prepared. Get ahead of El Niño storms.

Read the blog: https://solarcraft.com/storm-season-battery-backup-beats-a-generator

Going the extra mile… or in this case, the extra trench! Our crew put in some serious trenching to underground the solar conduit for a cleaner, more finished look for the homeowner. Nice work team!

A Super El Niño This Winter?
Could a strong El Niño bring a wetter, stormier winter to California?

California State Senator Mike McGuire recently hosted a Super El Niño Town Hall covering what a strong El Niño could mean for California—and how communities and homeowners can prepare.
With the potential for heavy rain, strong storms, flooding, and power outages, it’s worth paying attention, especially here in the North Bay.

Watch Senator McGuire’s Super El Niño Town Hall:
https://www.youtube.com/live/mmmXUkRp6-g?si=rG977GkVILYs947u

A little preparation now can go a long way when winter weather arrives.

Shared as a local preparedness resource by SolarCraft, serving Marin, Sonoma & Napa since 1984.

Super El Nino Town Hall Join Senator McGuire, along with climate scientists, meteorologists...

We’re honored to once again be voted Best of Marin by Pacific Sun readers!

This recognition means so much - coming directly from the community SolarCraft has served since 1984.

Thank you, Marin, for continuing to choose and recommend our 100% employee-owned team. VP of Sales, Ted Walsh, pictured here with our award!



https://solarcraft.com/solarcraft-voted-best-of-marin-by-pacific-sun-readers

Get Ahead of New Solar Tariffs.

New tariffs are expected to increase solar equipment costs in the coming months. If solar or battery storage is on your list, now is the time to get started and secure today’s pricing.

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LEARN MORE: https://solarcraft.com/what-the-new-federal-solar-tariffs-mean-for-north-bay-homeowners

Solar & Battery Installer in Sonoma, Napa & Marin Solar and battery storage designed to lower your PG&E bills across Sonoma, Napa, and Marin. Employee-owned, installing clean energy since 1984.

🏆 Thank you, Marin!

We're honored to be voted Marin's Best Solar Installer once again in Marin Magazine's Best of Marin Readers' Choice Awards!

Thank you to our customers, employees, and community for your trust and support over the past 40+ years. We couldn't have done it without you.

Read our story: https://solarcraft.com/best-of-marin-solar-2026

Extreme heat means PG&E power shutoffs.

Check if your address may be affected:

🔗 https://www.pge.com/pspsupdates

A solar + battery system can keep your lights, refrigerator, Wi-Fi, and other essential appliances running even when the grid goes down. It's one of the best ways to stay prepared for planned outages.

Stay safe, stay cool, and know your backup options.

Thinking about solar but not sure what happens after you say "yes"?

That's one of the biggest questions we hear from homeowners.

From your initial consultation to system design, permitting, installation, inspections, and finally turning your system on, there's a clear process—and we'll guide you through every step.

Curious what the journey looks like?

Read our latest guide: https://solarcraft.com/what-to-expect-when-you-go-solar