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- ONE STOP SOLAR AND ROOFING IN LOS ANGELES COUNTY
One Stop Solar and Roofing in Santa Monica, CA
Serving Santa Monica homeowners across 90401, 90402, 90403, 90404, and 90405 - licensed crews handling solar and roofing together, no subcontractors, one permit package, one warranty.
Since 2014
Serving California homeowners
60+
Verified customer reviews
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Lic. 964965
CSLB licensed & insured
— Built for this community
Why Santa Monica Homeowners Bundle Solar and Roofing Together
SCE bills in Santa Monica hit hard. Tiered pricing pushes many 90401 and 90402 households past $300 a month in summer, and that number climbs when you factor in EV charging or central AC running against marine-layer humidity. Installing solar on a roof that's already cracked or salt-damaged is a mistake - you'll pull the panels off in two years for a replacement. Green Conception checks your roof first, patches or replaces what needs it, then installs the solar system on a surface that's actually ready. Permits in Los Angeles County take three to five business days. We handle every one. No deposit required to get your written quote.
— The benefits
Six Real Reasons to Bundle Solar and Roofing in Santa Monica
One Permit Package, Zero Overlap
Los Angeles County requires separate trade permits for roofing and solar. We pull both at once, cutting wait time and keeping your project on one timeline. Especially useful in 90404.
Salt Air Roof Prep Included
Coastal exposure in Santa Monica degrades flashing and underlayment fast. 90405 homes near the water need a salt-resistant prep layer before any panel mount. We don't skip that step.
Single Manufacturer Warranty
Two contractors mean two warranties that don't talk to each other. One crew means one warranty covering both the roofing system and the solar installation. Leaks don't fall through the cracks.
SCE Interconnection Done Right
SCE's interconnection process has specific paperwork tied to your meter and roof layout. Green Conception has run this process dozens of times for 90402 and 90403 customers and knows what SCE flags.
No Scheduling Gap Between Trades
Waiting three weeks between your roofer finishing and your solar crew showing up is common with separate contractors. We sequence both trades internally. No weather exposure gap. No delays.
Free Inspection Before Any Commitment
We check your roof condition, sun exposure, and shading before writing a single number down. 90401 homeowners get a no-obligation written estimate with zero deposit required to start.
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Roof and Site Inspection
We check every section of your roof - deck condition, flashing, underlayment, drainage - and map shading from trees or structures. No charge, no obligation to continue.
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Combined Scope and Written Quote
Roofing needs and solar system sizing go into one document. You see line items for both trades, the permit fees, and the total before any work begins. No deposit to receive it.
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Los Angeles County Permit Filing
We file roofing and solar permits together with Los Angeles County. Turnaround typically runs three to five business days. We track both and notify you when they're approved.
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Roofing First, Then Solar
Roofing work completes and passes inspection before a single panel goes up. That sequence protects your warranty and makes sure mounts land on solid, prepared decking.
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Final Inspection and Handoff
City inspector closes the job. SCE gets the interconnection paperwork. You get one warranty document covering both the roofing system and the solar installation. Done.
— How it works
How Green Conception Runs a Solar and Roofing Project in Santa Monica
Most contractors hand you a quote before they've seen your attic. We don't work that way. Every project in 90401 through 90405 starts with a physical inspection - roof deck, flashing, drainage, shading from trees or neighboring structures. From there we build one scope of work covering both trades. Los Angeles County permits typically take three to five business days and we file both applications together. Roofing work runs first. Solar mounting follows on a clean, inspected surface. City inspection closes the job. One warranty covers everything we touched. No separate crews arguing over who's responsible for a wet ceiling.
— More from Green Conception
More Work, One Crew
Attic Insulation and Ventilation
Poor attic ventilation in coastal Santa Monica homes traps moisture and drives up cooling loads, which cuts into your solar savings. Green Conception checks and upgrades attic insulation and ridge venting as part of the same project scope. No separate contractor needed.
- Why us
Why 4S Ranch Homeowners Choose Green Conception
One Contract, Two Trades, Zero Coordination Headaches in Santa Monica
Splitting solar and roofing between two contractors sounds normal until both crews show up on the same day or neither one will own a warranty claim. Santa Monica's coastal conditions make that risk worse. One contract fixes it.
"A Santa Monica homeowner shouldn't have to manage two contractors arguing over whose fault a leak is. We do the roof, we do the solar, and if something's wrong we fix it - no blame game."
— Nick K. · Founder
Cheviot Hills (90064)
Pacific Palisades (90272)
Mar Vista (90066)
Green Conception Solar and Roofing in Santa Monica, CA
Green Conception has worked on homes across Santa Monica's 90401, 90402, 90403, 90404, and 90405 ZIP codes - from the older craftsman bungalows in North of Montana to the flat-roof condos near the Civic Center and the beach-adjacent properties in the Ocean Park neighborhood. Salt air, marine humidity, and aging roof decks are common threads. We run solar and roofing as a single project so the work is done right, in order, with one warranty covering everything we touched.
Venice (90291)
— Common questions
Common Questions About Solar and Roofing in Santa Monica
Do I need a new roof before installing solar in Santa Monica?
Not always, but you should know your roof's condition before panels go up. If your roof in 90402 or 90403 has five or fewer years left, replacing it first saves you the cost of pulling and reinstalling panels later. Green Conception checks this during the free inspection and gives you an honest answer in writing.
How long does a combined solar and roofing project take?
Most Santa Monica projects run seven to fourteen days of active work, not counting permit wait time. Los Angeles County permits typically take three to five business days. We file both at once, so there's no gap between roofing approval and solar approval. Scheduling and weather are the main variables.
Does Santa Monica's coastal air affect roofing materials?
Yes, noticeably. Salt moisture and marine-layer humidity accelerate corrosion on standard metal flashing and break down some underlayment products faster than inland conditions do. Homes in 90405 and 90404 near the water see this most. Green Conception selects materials rated for coastal exposure on every Santa Monica job.
What permits are required for solar and roofing in Santa Monica?
Los Angeles County requires a building permit for roofing work and a separate electrical and building permit for solar installation. Green Conception files both permit applications together. Turnaround typically runs three to five business days. City inspection closes the job before we hand over the warranty documentation.
How does SCE interconnection work for Santa Monica solar customers?
SCE requires a formal interconnection application before your system can export power to the grid. Green Conception submits this paperwork on your behalf after the city inspection passes. SCE review timelines vary, but we track the application and follow up directly so you're not chasing it yourself.
Is one warranty enough to cover both roofing and solar?
When both trades are done by one licensed contractor, yes. Green Conception issues a single warranty document covering roofing labor and materials and solar labor. Manufacturer warranties on panels and roofing products run separately but we document everything together so you're not sorting through multiple binders if something needs attention.
What does a combined solar and roofing project cost in Santa Monica?
Costs vary by roof size, condition, and solar system size, but most Santa Monica residential projects run between $18,000 and $45,000 for a full replacement and solar installation combined. Federal tax credits can offset 30 percent of the solar portion. Green Conception provides a written, itemized quote with no deposit required to get the number.
Why hire one contractor for both solar and roofing in Santa Monica?
One contractor means one permit package, one inspection sequence, one warranty, and one point of contact. Santa Monica's coastal conditions make proper sequencing - roof prep before panel mounting - especially important. Splitting the job between two crews creates gaps where warranty claims fall through and nobody owns the problem. One contract closes that gap.
