POLR Electric, Inc.

POLR Electric has 15+ years of experience in San Francisco. The company works on both residential and commercial projects.

On the residential side, POLR Electric's technicians handle jobs with a focus on quality and timely completion. For commercial clients—restaurants, bars, medical offices, office buildings, and manufacturing facilities—the firm works directly with general contractors, building managers, and business owners to deliver projects on schedule and on budget.

The company installs solar systems exclusively through Albion Power and has completed hundreds of residential and commercial installations across California. POLR Electric holds Title 24 certification as an acceptance technician.

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