Our Ideal Customer
Homeowners and commercial property owners that want clean energy and don't yet know if solar will help them save money and build value. Someone who values expertise and a commitment to service will enjoy working with me.
Who we want to be referred to
Who we’d like to partner with
Roofers are excellent referral partners, as are HVAC companies that are focused on energy efficiency. Realtors, Electricians, Homebuilders and Commercial construction companies can be as well.
Partner types we’d like to work or share referrals with
About Us
Solar 4 Planet A is an independent solar consultant at no cost to you. With over 16 years of experience and 1,450 successful residential and commercial installations, we give you a concierge-level attention to service throughout the process. Because of our independent position, we always keep your interests first and foremost, making certain that the work will be done in the best way possible for your property. This also enables solutions that any one installer might not be capable of completing. Residential? Commercial? Grid-tied? Off-grid? Ground Mount? Battery Backup? EV chargers? It is all possible. Let's discuss your situation and find the best solar solution.
How We Got Started
Started in the industry in 2008, started the business in 2019. After earning top marks for expertise, mentoring, referrals, and business at Standard Renewable Energy, SolarFrameWorks, SolarCity, Tesla and Sunnova, decided to become independent. We are now accredited members of the BBB!
The products and services we offer
Recommendations Received (20)
"Andrew is a consummate professional. He was my first teacher in the world of solar energy..."
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"Andrew is a consummate professional. He was my first teacher in the world of solar energy production. I still have his drawings of hypotheticals. He lives on the cutting edge of our industry, and tailors the best solutions from his vast well of expertise. "
"Andrew is a Great Guy and knows the importance Solar energy field. I gladly refer Andrew to..."
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"Andrew is a Great Guy and knows the importance Solar energy field. I gladly refer Andrew to friends and family interested in saving money on utility bills."
"Very solar knowledgeable. Will work with you from start to finish! Highly recommended "
Products & Services
I can help you power your business with solar, batteries if needed, and you can take advantage of the tax benefits and savings.
I've helped over 1,100 homeowners go solar and look forward to hearing your thoughts and questions, and finding the best fit for you, too. Most of...
We offer renewable energy installation in Littleton and elsewhere. We also offer battery backup installation.
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Recommendations Given (34)
"Dan Costello is smart, ethical, and has a good perspective on how we succeed in the big picture. ..."
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"Dan Costello is smart, ethical, and has a good perspective on how we succeed in the big picture. Getting to a triple win (for the client, company, and environment) is core to the clean energy industry and I know from working with him that he's committed to it."
"Tim is a very experienced inspector and I would trust him to check out any property that I..."
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"Tim is a very experienced inspector and I would trust him to check out any property that I purchased. I can't believe the stories I hear when people fail to do this important step when buying a property! Let Tim help protect you from buying someone else's problem."
"Franz is smart and principled. I'm sure his coffee is really good, too, and will have to try it..."
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"Franz is smart and principled. I'm sure his coffee is really good, too, and will have to try it next chance I have!"
Recent Activity
In my solar business, I have 2 types of panels in the big picture: high-efficiency per square foot, or high-efficiency per dollar. Nothing is cheap. Panels aren't, but they are cheaper than the utility company or I wouldn't be showing a design and proposal.
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In my solar business, I have 2 types of panels in the big picture: high-efficiency per square foot, or high-efficiency per dollar. Nothing is cheap. Panels aren't, but they are cheaper than the utility company or I wouldn't be showing a design and proposal.
Explained our long term warranty and guaranty of power that our equipment would produce. The guaranty includes a refund of any shortfall at the rate they paid us for the power. That's a lower cost than the utility company. Prospect wanted a guaranty at whatever future rate the utility company...
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Explained our long term warranty and guaranty of power that our equipment would produce. The guaranty includes a refund of any shortfall at the rate they paid us for the power. That's a lower cost than the utility company. Prospect wanted a guaranty at whatever future rate the utility company might charge. Uh, no. No one is going to make an open-ended guaranty based on what some OTHER company wants to do in the future.
"Here Comes the Sun" and "Solsbury Hill" work for me.
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"Here Comes the Sun" and "Solsbury Hill" work for me.
Progressive taxation policy with a reduction of loopholes, yes. The phrasing of your question makes it sound like robbery, which is only true if you consider all taxation robbery. Do you feel entitled to gov't programs (Defense, roads, schools, police, etc.) without paying for them?0 Sales tax...
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Progressive taxation policy with a reduction of loopholes, yes. The phrasing of your question makes it sound like robbery, which is only true if you consider all taxation robbery. Do you feel entitled to gov't programs (Defense, roads, schools, police, etc.) without paying for them?0 Sales tax is a regressive tax (the less income you have, the more sales tax on necessities (food, fuel, etc.) cost you as a percentage of your income) so income tax must be scaled to even that out at the very least.
In my first business (90's) I put too much pressure on my best driver. He went rogue in my truck, did a hit and run, and I had a claim to deal with and lost a valued employee. I learned to listen better and treat my people well.
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In my first business (90's) I put too much pressure on my best driver. He went rogue in my truck, did a hit and run, and I had a claim to deal with and lost a valued employee. I learned to listen better and treat my people well.
I love what I do, and am used to doing a certain amount of "free consulting" as part of the sales process. When I started getting requests for consulting and expert witness work, I was surprised at the value others placed on my knowledge. Once you've repeatedly billed and been paid a few...
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I love what I do, and am used to doing a certain amount of "free consulting" as part of the sales process. When I started getting requests for consulting and expert witness work, I was surprised at the value others placed on my knowledge. Once you've repeatedly billed and been paid a few hundred $/hr it's pretty easy to remember to value your own time and expertise.
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I've received very good and cost effective service from Asure.
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I've received very good and cost effective service from Asure.
FERC has determined that retail energy rates are NOT interstate commerce, so net metering policy is set at the state level.
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FERC has determined that retail energy rates are NOT interstate commerce, so net metering policy is set at the state level.
I've been in solar for 14 years, established Solar 4 Planet A just 3 years ago and love being an independent consultant. I have installations from coast-to-coast, but mostly operate in Colorado. Resi, comm'l, PV, battery, EV chargers.
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I've been in solar for 14 years, established Solar 4 Planet A just 3 years ago and love being an independent consultant. I have installations from coast-to-coast, but mostly operate in Colorado. Resi, comm'l, PV, battery, EV chargers.
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Andrew Ehrnstein