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Windsor, CO is made for solar lovers!
If you live in Windsor, you can feel how fast Northern Colorado is changing. New neighborhoods are going in, businesses are expanding, and the whole Fort Collins to Loveland to Greeley corridor keeps getting busier. That growth is great, but it also means the grid is working harder, and homeowners end up feeling it through higher bills and less predictability.
That’s why more families in Windsor and nearby communities like Fort Collins, Loveland, Greeley, Johnstown, Severance, Timnath, Milliken, Eaton, Evans, and Berthoud are looking at solar and backup batteries as more than a “nice to have.” It’s becoming the smart, practical move for staying comfortable and in control.
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We’re powered by you is more than a slogan for us. The homeowners of Boise, Idaho are the reason we do what we do, and their experiences tell the real story of Big Dog Solar. Take a look at these Google reviews to see how your neighbors feel about going solar and adding backup power with our team.
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Thinking about going solar in the Windsor area?
As Windsor grows right alongside Fort Collins, Loveland, Greeley, Johnstown, Severance, Timnath, Milliken, Eaton, Evans, and Berthoud, the power grid is getting asked to do more and more, especially during the hours everyone’s home using electricity at the same time. Add in major new commercial demand across Northern Colorado and the bigger statewide push from data centers and AI load, and it’s not hard to see why homeowners are starting to treat solar and batteries like a long-term home upgrade, not a “someday” idea. Solar gives you a way to produce your own power during the day instead of buying every kilowatt from the utility. A battery takes it a step further by letting you save what you produce and use it later, like during the evening rush or when rates climb. It’s one of the cleanest ways to take control of your monthly costs while still keeping the home comfortable year-round.
And in Colorado, there’s a second win that makes this easier to act on now. We offer PPA options that can get you into solar with zero money down and a predictable monthly payment that stays steady while utility rates keep marching up. For homeowners a little farther out, or anyone who just wants real protection, pairing solar with a backup battery (or even doing a standalone battery) helps cover the real-world stuff: hot summers, cold winters, and those outages that can turn into a big deal fast. If the power is out for hours in freezing temps, you’re thinking about frozen pipes, medical equipment, and food spoilage, not just comfort. That’s also why Big Dog Solar secured a 2026 30% Rebate on solar and batteries. If you felt like you missed the incentives that ended at the start of the year, this is your chance to grab similar savings, but it’s only available during 2026. The best next step is to use our free instant quote tool. It gives you real numbers in seconds, lets you add or remove panels on a virtual roof to dial in production, and shows financing offers plus the 2026 30% Rebate. Once you’ve got your quote, we’ll reach out to answer questions and help you make sense of the options, no pressure, just clear guidance.
If you’re even a little curious what solar or a battery would look like for your home in Windsor or nearby, the fastest way to get real answers is the instant quote tool. You’ll see pricing, monthly options, and the 2026 30% Rebate in seconds.
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Bigdog Solar has been designing and installing solar for homeowners for nearly 20 years, and we plan to be here for the next 20, too. We’ve done this long enough to know what works, what doesn’t, and how to build a system that holds up through real-world seasons, not just perfect conditions. When we install your solar or backup battery, it’s not a “see you later” situation. We’re local, we stand behind our work, and we’ll be here to help you service, troubleshoot, and maintain your system for the long haul.
- Established in 2009
- Over 16,000 Installations
- With your for the long haul
Our goal is to help families in Windsor go solar as painless and as affordably as possible.
We all know that going solar will help the environment and what-not. But all the reasons to go solar don’t mean anything unless you go solar. Our goal at Bigdog is to give you the tools and confidence to go solar NOW. Think of us as your super solar-knowledgable partner in helping you reduce your energy costs.
Windsor Solar & Battery FAQs
If you’re a homeowner in Windsor, Colorado, you’ve probably had a few “is this worth it?” questions about solar and backup batteries, and you’re not alone. We install residential solar systems and backup battery storage across the Windsor area, and we hear the same concerns all the time from families in Fort Collins, Loveland, Greeley, Johnstown, Severance, Timnath, Milliken, Eaton, Evans, and Berthoud. This FAQ section covers the questions we get most, from how solar performs through Colorado’s seasons to whether a battery can keep your essentials running during an outage, so you can feel confident about your options before you use our free instant quote tool or reach out with questions.
Is solar still worth it here, or did I miss the boat?
For most homeowners around Windsor, solar can still make a lot of sense, especially because the biggest savings lever isn’t just “credits,” it’s buying less power during the most expensive hours. Xcel’s Time-of-Use pricing puts the on-peak window at 5–9 pm on weekdays, which is exactly when families are home using the most electricity. A right-sized system (and especially solar + battery) helps reduce how much power you buy during that window.
Big Dog Solar tip: Use our free quote tool to see your expected monthly cost, then adjust the system size virtually to find the sweet spot.
If the power goes out, will my solar keep working?
Not by itself. Most grid-tied solar systems shut off during an outage for safety reasons. If you want your lights, fridge, Wi-Fi, medical devices, or a few key circuits to stay on during an outage, you typically need a battery (or a hybrid inverter + battery setup).
Big Dog Solar tip: If you’re in a more rural stretch outside Windsor toward places like Eaton, Milliken, or Severance, a battery isn’t just a luxury. It’s peace of mind for long outages in extreme heat or cold.
How does net metering and ‘selling back’ work with Xcel vs PVREA?
It depends on your utility, and that’s why this question comes up constantly.
• PVREA (Poudre Valley REA): You can interconnect with a net meter and offset usage, but PVREA notes you’ll still have a monthly bill (like a facilities charge), and there are system sizing rules such as being under 25 kW or 120% of historical usage, whichever is less.
• Xcel: Credits are influenced by rate structure, and with Time-of-Use, when you use and export power matters a lot. The 5–9 pm peak window is a big deal, and many homeowners end up asking whether they should pair solar with a battery to avoid buying expensive peak power.
Big Dog Solar tip: Our quote tool can show you scenarios and help you decide whether you’re better off with solar-only or solar + storage based on your utility and goals.
Should I do a battery if my main goal is lowering bills, not just backup?
In a lot of Northern Colorado homes, yes, a battery can make financial sense because it lets you store daytime solar and use it later during evening peak pricing (instead of buying from the grid at the highest rates). That’s a common theme in Xcel TOU discussions.
Big Dog Solar tip: If your home uses a lot of power between 5–9 pm (kids, cooking, laundry, EV charging), a battery can be the difference between “solar helps” and “solar really changes the bill.”
What about outages, wind events, or utilities shutting power off proactively?
People bring this up more now because utilities sometimes do preemptive shutoffs during major wind or wildfire-risk conditions, and those outages can last longer than typical ones. A battery can keep essentials running through that kind of event.
Big Dog Solar tip: When it’s 10°F and the power is out, you’re not thinking about payback charts. You’re thinking about frozen pipes, freezers, and keeping the house safe and livable.
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