Solar Panels in Columbus, Ohio

A Solar Company Near Columbus — Based in Reynoldsburg

Solar Brokers is based in Reynoldsburg on the east side of the Columbus metro. We work with homeowners in Columbus, Reynoldsburg, Gahanna, Westerville, Dublin, Hilliard, Grove City, Pickerington, Canal Winchester, New Albany, and nearby communities — plus the rest of Ohio when the fit is right.

We compare Propel, cash, loan and PPA options to determine which structure makes the most sense for your home, utility, usage and goals. Start with a Columbus solar estimate or electric bill solar analysis.

Columbus Utilities: AEP Ohio and Columbus Division of Power

Greater Columbus suburbs are often served by AEP Ohio. Interconnection for customer-owned solar typically runs through AEP Ohio’s residential process — check the utility name on your bill to confirm. See our complete AEP Ohio solar guide.

Parts of the City of Columbus are served by the municipal Columbus Division of Power, which is not under the same PUCO net-metering rules as AEP Ohio. Division of Power reviews customer-owned distributed energy resources case-by-case and offers net metering under Columbus City Code 1163.24 for customers with an interconnection agreement. See the city’s Customer-Owned Distributed Energy Resources page: columbus.gov Division of Power DER.

If your bill says Division of Power (or City of Columbus electric), tell us on the estimate form or when you send your bill.

Permits and Local Realities (Central Ohio)

City of Columbus Building & Zoning Services typically requires a building/electrical permit for rooftop solar. Other municipalities (Reynoldsburg, Gahanna, Franklin County townships, and others) have their own authorities having jurisdiction. We do not publish fee schedules or day counts here because they change.

After install, utility interconnection approval (AEP Ohio or Division of Power) is required before the system is fully online. Timelines vary by city permit office and utility interconnection queue.

Columbus Ohio Solar — FAQs

Do you serve Columbus ZIP codes?

Yes — Columbus proper and the metro, including Reynoldsburg and surrounding suburbs. We also serve the rest of Ohio.

How do I know if I am on AEP Ohio or Division of Power?

Check the utility name on your electric bill. If unsure, send it via the bill analysis page or email bill@solarbrokersus.com.

Can I get solar with an HOA in central Ohio?

Often yes, subject to your recorded declaration and reasonable size, place, and manner rules under Ohio Revised Code 5312.16 (planned communities) and 5311.192 (condominiums). An HOA or condo association generally cannot ban solar energy collection devices unless the recorded declaration specifically prohibits them. If not prohibited, owners may install subject to reasonable rules. This is general information, not legal advice.

Where should I start?

Get My Columbus Solar Estimate or call (614) 439-9769. Statewide overview: Ohio solar panels.