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Solar panels cover a house roof recently installed in Maine. Lush greenery surrounds the house under a partly cloudy blue sky. A white fence and vibrant red and green trees and shrubs decorate the foreground.

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Why Homeowners Love Local Solar

There are multiple benefits when working with a local solar provider like LaPlante.  First and foremost, we’ve been in the electrical industry for over 50 years and are familiar with all of the concerns and challenges our customers face.  More importantly, we want to build a long-lasting relationship with our customers, not just put “glass on the roof” and move on.

By choosing LaPlante for your solar project, we provide:

  • Thoughtful design of your solar array to optimize the look of the system and the efficiency of your home
  • Active monitoring of your system right here in Scarborough
  • “Done Right” installation performed by our highly skilled solar install crews
  • Responsive service from our local solar team should any issues arise

Why Our Customers Prefer To Own Their Solar System

When choosing to go solar, there are essentially four options:

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Own

  • Pay cash and own the array
  • Finance and own through the solar company, a bank, or credit union
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Lease

  • Lease array and make monthly payments
  • Power Purchase Agreement and make monthly payments based on the system’s production

However, only ownership provides the greatest long-term benefit to your home and bank account. 

Though any option will provide savings, when you own the system you are choosing to invest in your home, versus giving that money to a giant company that (and let’s be honest) doesn’t really need more money.

Other benefits to you, and NOT the solar company:

  • Increase the value of your home significantly
  • Invest in your greatest asset and stop “renting power”
  • Long term solar production up to 40 years!

Why Solar is One of the
Best Investments YOU Can Make

Finance It

We offer financing (which in many cases costs less than the utility bill) so you start saving money on day one.

Pay It Off Quickly

Payback for an array that covers 100% of your annual kWh usage is usually between 9-12 years, but the array will continue to provide power for 25 years or more.

Get Paid for Excess Power

Maine has one of the best net-metering arrangements in the country, allowing array-owners to receive a fair market value for the kilowatts they produce, while only paying a small fee to the utility to cover upkeep on the grid itself.

Increase Your Home’s Value

Investing in solar panels helps you reduce or eliminate your electricity bill. By generating your electricity, you are essentially keeping the cost within your household instead of paying a utility company for electricity. This leads to long-term savings and greater control over your energy usage. If you ever sell your home, your custom-designed solar array from LaPlante will add significant value and desirability for any prospective buyer.

LaPlante Home Services workers expertly install solar panels on a brown shingled rooftop in Maine.

Get Your FREE Home Solar Design!

  • Painless with no obligation
  • Straightforward Quote
  • Best thing you can do for home energy sustainability
  • Save money long-term

The Process:

  1. We set up a short phone call with you.
  2. During our 5-10 minute call, we will see if your house qualifies and is a good fit for solar.
  3. If you wish to proceed, you provide a copy of your latest electric bill and setup a time to meet your dedicated LaPlante Solar Advisor.
  4. Your advisor will come prepared to present your custom home design to you, give you a straightforward quote, and answer any questions you may have.
  5. Then, decide what option is right for you.

Get Started Today!

We’ll help you take the first step towards a brighter, cleaner future with solar energy.

Contact us today to learn more about our solar financing options and how we can help you start harnessing the sun’s rays to power your home.

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David Biette
1 day ago
Generator, heat pump, and boiler service.
Anna Boardman
2 days ago
James was great, still very happy with LaPlante and my Briggs and Stratton generator! Highly reccomend.
Matthew Pelkey
4 days ago
We needed to have a plumbing pipe adjusted up to provide better clearance for a drop ceiling installation in our basement. Garrett showed up for the consult 5/1/26 on schedule and determined that he could handle the task right then and there! He was personable and done with the job in less than an hour. I'm sure the fix was simple enough but to us it eliminated a huge hurdle. If you would have 4 more people like Garrett, you'd have a stellar plumbing team! Also, a team from LaPlante installed our new heat pumps earlier in April and they were absolutely fantastic guys! Seamless from start to finish! Steve Bergeron was a great salesperson too! It felt like he was just a friend visiting that day and also made sure that we secured our rebate from efficiency Maine which was approved and check on its way!! Thank you!!!
sherry perreault
1 week ago
Great group of guys! Very knowledgeable, cleaned up after they were done and very receptive to any questions we had. Would highly recommend Laplante Electric!
Marc Jacobs
1 week ago
Christian was very professional and polite and is clearly good at what he does. I hope he comes here next year.
Richard Eckley
1 week ago
I has my Kohler generator serviced by LaPlante Electric. We are happy with company.
marti de anguera
1 week ago
James was friendly and professional. He explained things and did a good job.
Karen Seymour
2 weeks ago
LaPlante Electric and Plumbing is my go-to business for the work I need to have done around the house that requires careful attention if it involves water and/or electricity. From the sales rep, Ashton, to the technicians who came out to do the jobs (Neva for electric and Garrett and Diondre for plumbing), everyone with whom I spoke and met were professional, prompt, pleasant and thorough in their work. I cannot thank LaPlante enough for the jobs well done!
Nancy Thomas
2 weeks ago
Top notch service! The electrician knew her business and sorted out everything in record time. Trouble shooting can be complicated with electrical circuits and she caught everything so quickly…impressive. En plus, she put on shoe protectors upon entering the house and had the cleanest, neatest tool kit I’ve ever seen! Great response from the admin staff when making the appt. Highly recommended!
Harry Marsters
2 weeks ago
Emergency backup generator had an oil leak. Generator cleaned up and tested and back in service. Generator Technician very knowledgeable and efficient. Outstanding work!
Michael Ragan
2 weeks ago
The entire process from proposal, to scheduling, to payment support and the on-time service has been an excellent experience!
Mary Ann Doss
2 weeks ago
Garret and Deandre were professional and knowledgeable and explained everything they needed to do and how they fixed the problems. Also educated me on how to diagnose any further issues if they arise and how I can possibly fix them myself in the future. I was blown away on how friendly they were as well. I will be using your company from now on if needed.
Nick J
2 weeks ago
James did a great job!
Jeremy Reich
3 weeks ago
Very impressed with generator purchase and install - this team was prepared, clear, and professional from the initial sales call, to detailed design, to installation. The install team was personable and prepared, and they were highly proactive in talking through questions when they had them - would recommend highly based on interactions so far!
Traveler
3 weeks ago
Mike was amazing with both his quote and the actual service. It was really refreshing to have happy, humerous,efficient and competent service! Wayne and Sam were great too. Many thanks!
Eileen Mahoney
3 weeks ago
We had an annual generator maintenance done today. The scheduling was fast, the arrival time given was within a 2-hr period and the service man arrived right at the start of the window and gave an accurate estimate of how long it would take. He answered all of our questions and was very courteous and helpful. We are happy with the service provided.
Linda Kuczynski
4 weeks ago
Awesome crew and job setting up my generator. Thank you for peace of mind.
alex tucci
4 weeks ago
Garret did a great job on the repair.
Susan Clements
4 weeks ago
Wayne was really professional and explained everything fully. I was amazed that the heating appliance was picked up for me. There was work that needed to be done on electrical panel that I never anticipated that took a lot of extra time. Wayne was really attentive to all details, did beautiful clean work. Very satisfied that he helped me meet my goals. I'm planning to repeat this same work in another room, and very definitely will I be calling upon your organization to do the work. It will be easier next time since there is a new electrical panel in place. thank you. Susan Clements
Debbie Gagne
4 weeks ago
Alain was very polite and professional. He answered all my questions and kept me updated to his findings. Very impressed with him! I will have him come back when the repairs are scheduled. Thank you Alain! Second trip out for Alain and both times very impressed with him! Very efficient, thorough, professional just as the first time! Left the job site clean and orderly which is greatly appreciated! I appreciate his dedication to resolving my hot water issues. Again, thank you so very much!
James Alexander
1 month ago
It is wonderful to deal with "PROS". After the last power outage, I contacted LaPlante about a generator purchase and installation after reading their many, impressive five-star reviews. I told my two next-door neighbors about it and they asked to sit in. Joseph DeCarlo came out, met with us, told us how LaPlante works, what brands they carried, the warranties offered and the installation process. After discussing Kohler, Generac and Briggs & Stratton, all three of us selected Kohler because it was offering a 10-year warranty, twice their normal 5-year warranty. Other than a minor hiccup with the gas connection which was carefully resolved, the install went well. I was especially impressed with the neatness of the electrical work as well as the landscape work. I don't remember all the names who worked on our job but William, Troy, Cory, James and David deserve special mention. All of LaPlante's team from sales through scheduling and installation were efficient, personable and professional. I think my neighbors feel the same way.
John Powers
1 month ago
Zach and Cameron installed HVAC system in the pouring rain!! And the system works fantastic..
Jonathan Klippert
1 month ago
Moving all my needs to these folks. Cathy was amazing on the project front. Helped me beyond measure and the guys are the best on-site. Thank you all for the help with my new Sauna!
Paul Lucas
1 month ago
Great Service! James Perkins very professional and a delightful individual!
Jim F
1 month ago
Great, prompt service, convenient financing and expert installation. The LaPlante Team did a great job. They were very courteous and professional. I would highly recommend this company for any work of this nature.
Diane Stewart
1 month ago
Bill and Joe did a great job and was very professional and thorough would recommend happily
Dan Lynch
1 month ago
Annual generator service. Cleaned, changed oil, updated software and adjusted fueling. Also checked about relocating the unit and provided thoughts and recommendations. On time, professional, and engaging!!
Stewart Downes
1 month ago
This company is deserving of a 10-Star review! From the initial consultation to the installation of two heat pumps and compressors/condensers in our condo last year, the service provided was outstanding. The annual service just completed by technicians Christian and Jesus was equally outstanding, including patient and friendly attention to all the questions and concerns of this customer. TRULY OUTSTANDING!
Michael Gray
1 month ago
Wayne was excellent! Great service in a difficult weekend situation.
Randy Cushman
1 month ago
This company will be the first ones I call for any issues related to electricity. Corey was on time, professional and friendly. Extremely satisfied with their service.
Steven Gregory
1 month ago
Tim was great!
Jodi Paris
1 month ago
Professional and efficient staff. Will use this vendor again.
shauna lewis
1 month ago
Wayne is excellent. Very knowledgeable and explained everything he did. Answered all my questions. Professional, polite and cleaned up after.
Benjamin Lee
1 month ago
We have used LaPlante for heat pump and generator installation and continue to use them for annual maintenance for both. We have always had a great experience. Today Jose and Jackson came to do the annual heat pump maintenance. They were kind, professional and thorough, and did a great job. We highly recommend!
Kristie Michaud
1 month ago
This will be a bit lengthy because we don’t want to miss any part of the review. First of all, my hubby and I had been considering getting a heat pump for a long time but were always nervous about the amount of money it would cost and how we, our home and pets would be treated during the install. But my hubby looked online and found LaPlante Electric. They said someone could come down and give us information and answer questions we had for FREE . We figured why not, we don’t have anything to lose. They sent Matthew within a couple of days to see us. He was great and very knowledgeable. He took our info to the planners/designers and he got back in touch quickly with answers. We had questions and they were answered very fast. We were impressed with that part so we went ahead and started the process. They had a bank all set up to get financing and also helped with the rebate we would get from Efficiency Maine. It was all set up and available on their website. Can’t get much easier than that. Once we knew cost and other info we called Matthew to schedule it. They were super busy so it was a good two months before they could come and install it. On install day we got a text and an email saying they were on their way. They got here at exactly when they said they would and introduced themselves. Then two more vehicles pulled up with more guys, there were 6-7 guys here to do the install! First, we noticed how clean cut, appropriately dressed and polite they were. They were very efficient, they had two guys here, two guys there, etc. They never made us feel like they were rushing and offered to stop and answer any questions along the way. My hubby is very inquisitive so he watched different parts of it and they welcomed that. We never felt like we needed to “watch over” them. They did very little talking, really only about the install. They never once raised their voices or cussed. They were really focused and so quiet you could barely hear any work going on in our house and even outside they were very quiet. They were very friendly and nice to our pets too. Andrew stopped and pet our Yorkie, Milo, a few times. They would say “hi pup” or “hey there” or something like that when passing by. They were very professional in every way possible. One worker went around with a mini-shop vac and cleaned up EVERYTHING, even the basement area was spotless. Outside there was nothing (no styrofoam pieces, wood shavings or scraps were left). Honestly, it was like they were never even here. At the end they explained how to operate the heat pump, answered any questions we had and said “you’re a part of the LaPlante family now so if you need anything in the future don’t hesitate to call”. LaPlante is exceptional from the receptionist to the owners and everyone in between. We would have them come again for all our needs in the future. I wish more companies cared as much about their customers as much as LaPlante does. We would give them 10 stars if we could. Thank you very much for a great installation! Happy Customers, Ray and Kristie M. ADDITIONAL: We just wanted to add to our previous review and say a HUGE thank you again. I called in and spoke with the Secretary/Receptionist and the person I was hoping to speak with was in a meeting. She offered to help me by taking a message (we know how that goes sometimes- forgotten about). It was a lengthy and in depth message and she said she’d pass it along to the correct person. A few days went by and we received a lovely letter in the mail. It certainly answered the question we had. Once again they’ve gone above and beyond our expectations. And their system of communication is obviously top notch. There is a lot of pride from everyone who works at LaPlante and it shows!
Underpressure Spurdog
2 months ago
If you need stuff done these are the guys to do it. Communication from the office could be a bit better but other then that they're great.
Lisa Bennett
2 months ago
From start to finish LaPlante was transparent, prompt, knowledgeable and kind. Technician Noah was patient, clearly explained what was going on and empathetic when the project became much bigger than anyone anticipated. Everyone I dealt with at LaPlante was a rock star and would highly recommend!

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