Episode 20 of American Builders features Peter Ponce De Leon, Founder of Vegas Family Solar.

Peter shares how he went from working as an electrician, to a career in finance, and ultimately back into the trades to build one of Las Vegas' growing solar companies. We dive into what it really takes to build a successful solar installation business, the partnerships that drive growth, and where the residential solar market is headed over the next decade.

We discuss:

Peter's journey from electrician to entrepreneur
How contractors can add solar as a service offering
Licensing, insurance, and certifications required to install solar
Common operational challenges when launching a solar business
Building partnerships with roofers, general contractors, manufacturers, and distributors
When solar makes sense for homeowners, and when it doesn't
AI, energy demand, and the future of the electric grid
The economics and margins behind residential solar projects
Financing, leasing, and how solar companies get paid
Marketing strategies, referrals, and generating consistent leads
Which geographic markets are best suited for solar
Lessons learned after eight years of building Vegas Family Solar

Learn more about Vegas Family Solar: https://vegasfamilysolar.com/

Presented by TradeGuard: https://tradeguardins.com/