US Power launches Propel solar pricing with up to 34.6% cash discount

US Power says Los Angeles-area homeowners can now buy solar through Propel at 28.7% off cash for LADWP customers and up to 34.6% off for Southern California Edison customers. The pricing arrives after the federal homeowner solar tax credit expired and is designed to preserve upfront savings through a prepaid solar-and-battery structure.

Why it matters: - US Power is trying to replace part of the value homeowners lost when the 30% federal residential solar tax credit expired on Dec. 31, 2025. - The new Propel pricing targets Los Angeles homeowners who want lower upfront solar costs without waiting for a tax refund. - The offer could make solar more affordable in two major utility territories, especially for homes that add battery storage.

What happened: - US Power launched Propel pricing for home solar systems in Los Angeles. - LADWP customers can get 28.7% off the cash price. - Southern California Edison customers can get up to 34.6% off the cash price. - US Power described itself as a factory-direct Qcells solar and roofing brokerage. - The launch went live on Nov. 2, 2026.

The details: - Propel is a prepaid solar and battery program from SolSource Solutions. - Homeowners sign a prepaid lease or energy agreement, depending on the state. - Homeowners usually finance the upfront payment through a fixed-payment loan in the Concert Finance program. - SolSource owns the system for the first five years. - SolSource can claim a federal business tax credit during that period and passes that value back through a lower price. - Homeowners receive power from the system immediately and do not wait for a tax refund. - The program does not include an annual payment escalator during the first five years. - SolSource provides a performance guarantee and maintenance during that period. - The buyout is built into the Propel price, and ownership is designed to transfer to the homeowner after year five, subject to agreement terms. - Enphase supplies the microinverters and batteries. - Greentech Renewables distributes the program to installers. - The discount is applied to the full system price, so the battery is discounted along with the panels. - Propel installers report that systems with storage tend to qualify for a higher discount percentage. - Final pricing depends on location, equipment, credit approval, and site review. - Ownership terms follow the agreement.

Between the lines: - The launch reflects a broader shift in solar sales after the homeowner tax credit expired. - US Power is positioning battery storage as part of the savings story, not just an add-on. - The program also leans on utility-specific economics: SCE customers can use storage to avoid selling excess solar power back at about 4.6 cents per kWh when average residential rates are about 34.5 cents. - In LADWP territory, the battery value is framed more around backup power and keeping essential circuits running during outages. - Enphase named Propel one of its growth drivers in an Oct. 27, 2026 earnings report, signaling traction for the program.

What's next: - LADWP and SCE homeowners can request a Propel quote from US Power. - US Power is offering solar-only and solar-plus-battery pricing side by side for comparison. - Homeowners can get more information at uspowersolar.com or by calling 818-650-8010. - Not every SCE home will reach the maximum 34.6% discount. - Current pricing is based on US Power’s Propel cash price for the same system.