WHO WE ARE
Peninsula Solar began 15 years ago with a clear purpose: deliver reliable, high-performance renewable energy systems to homes and businesses statewide. Under founder Ian Olmsted, the company has grown from a one-person operation into a fully integrated solar and energy storage company serving the region.
From day one, we've believed real quality comes from control and expertise, not outsourcing. Every phase of your project — system design, electrical engineering, structural foundations, trenching, mounting, wiring, and commissioning — is handled in-house by our trained and licensed team. No subcontractors, no fragmented workflow, just consistent craftsmanship backed by full technical accountability.
Over the past decade, our commitment to precision has earned us a reputation for building systems that are technically robust and engineered for Michigan's demanding climate. Our portfolio spans residential installations, commercial and industrial arrays, agricultural energy systems, off-and grid cabins. If it produces or stores energy, we can design a system for it.
Every project we complete — across communities throughout Michigan — reflects the same standards: clean design, high efficiency, full code compliance, and long-term performance. With trusted equipment partners and a fully in-house team, we make the transition to renewable energy smooth and professional from start to finish.
OUR CORE VALUES
Complete installation understanding
Years of hands-on experience installing residential and commercial solar PV systems have given us deep expertise in how these systems integrate into real-world structures. We stay current on every part of the process — building codes, emerging technologies, equipment specifications, warranties, and safety standards — so you get a system built right the first time.
Empowering Customer understanding
We're committed to educating customers on the most practical, efficient, and cost-effective solar options for their home, business, or farm. We work closely with each client to design systems that are visually clean and virtually maintenance-free. Above all, we make sure every customer understands how their system works — from the structural and electrical details to current local policy and utility agreements.
Precision planning & installation
Accurate planning is the foundation of every PV installation. Using thorough site inspections and the latest tools and software, we design systems that are efficient, aesthetically pleasing, and require little to no ongoing maintenance. Every component we install meets exact manufacturer and industry specifications — from wiring and cabling that's fully secured to roof attachments, racking, and panels installed with precise torque, spacing, and symmetry. We hold every installation to this standard, from the manufacturer's specs through final electrical inspection.
value, safety, & peace of mind
Word of mouth from our customers has always been our most valuable form of advertising — and we work to earn it on every project. Our goal is simple: help you get a solar system that pays for itself as quickly as possible, at a price that delivers real value. That pricing also lets us maintain proper insurance for our team and clients, ensuring safe, high-quality materials, equipment, and practices throughout. The result is attention to detail you can count on, and peace of mind for the life of your system.
KEEPING EVERYONE SAFE
Safety is our top priority — from the first day of construction to the lifetime of your fully functioning system. We ensure every installation protects both our customers and our crew through ongoing worker training, proper equipment, hands-on job site experience, and above all, patience and mindfulness in potentially hazardous conditions.
CRAFTSMANSHIP YOU CAN SEE
Northern Michigan is home turf for us — the Upper Peninsula and the northern Lower Peninsula alike. From Marquette and Houghton to Traverse City and the small towns in between, we know this region — and exactly what it takes to make solar work here.
