California's best camping spots are off the beaten path — and off the power grid. A properly designed solar and lithium system lets you run your AC, refrigerator, and devices without a generator or hookup. We design and install custom systems for every RV and every budget.
Traditional lead-acid and AGM batteries let you use maybe 50% of their rated capacity before you need to recharge. Lithium iron phosphate (LiFePO4) batteries deliver 80–100% of their capacity, weigh significantly less, charge much faster, and last 3,000–5,000 charge cycles versus 300–500 for lead-acid. For serious RV campers, the upgrade pays for itself in fewer generator hours and more freedom.
Roof-mounted monocrystalline panels from 100W to 2,000W+ depending on your roof space and energy needs. We assess your available area and design accordingly.
LiFePO4 battery systems sized to match your usage profile — from a modest 200Ah upgrade to full 400Ah+ off-grid systems with built-in BMS protection.
Victron, Magnum, and Battle Born inverter/charger combos that handle shore power charging, solar input, and pure sine wave AC output for sensitive electronics.
Maximum Power Point Tracking solar charge controllers that extract maximum current from your panels regardless of conditions — essential for California's variable cloud cover.
Know exactly how much power you have, how fast you're using it, and when to add more solar or plug in — essential data for managing off-grid trips.
Charge your lithium house bank from your alternator while driving — arrive at camp with a full battery even if you didn't plug in last night.
It depends on how you camp. If you primarily stay in campgrounds with hookups, a lithium upgrade alone may be sufficient — you'll charge faster and have more capacity for nights between hookups. If you do frequent dry camping or boondocking in the Sierra Nevada or California desert, combining solar panels with lithium gives you indefinite off-grid capability on sunny days.
We'll have a conversation about how you actually use your RV and design a system that makes sense for your camping style — not just the most expensive option.
The Sacramento Valley gets over 270 sunny days per year — one of the best solar resources in the country. Even in winter, a well-designed system will generate substantial power. We factor in your typical camping locations, roof tilt, and shade obstacles when sizing your system.
A 15,000 BTU RV AC draws about 1,500 watts. With a large enough battery bank and solar array (600W+), yes — though extended AC use in shade requires generator backup.
When installed professionally and correctly, solar additions typically do not void RV warranties. We can walk you through the specifics for your coach.
Most systems take 1–2 days. Larger, more complex builds may take 3 days. We'll quote a timeline with your estimate.
Tell us how you camp and we'll build a system that actually fits your life.
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