G 1:3 Solar & Roofing in Oklahoma City: Combined Solar Installation and Roof Replacement
G 1:3 Solar & Roofing is a dual-service contractor that installs rooftop solar panels and handles full roof replacement or repair on residential homes across the Oklahoma City metro. The business handles both the electrical and structural components of a solar retrofit, which streamlines permitting and reduces the number of contractors a homeowner must coordinate with.
What G 1:3 Solar & Roofing actually is
G 1:3 operates as a licensed solar installer and roofing contractor, meaning it can pull permits for both solar and roof work in Oklahoma County and surrounding areas. The company specializes in homeowners who need either a new roof before going solar, a replacement roof as part of a solar retrofit, or a solar installation on an existing roof. Unlike installers that subcontract roofing work or roofers that refer solar jobs out, G 1:3 performs both in-house, which reduces scheduling friction and liability gaps.
Services and pricing
G 1:3 offers solar installation with system sizing from 5 kW to 15 kW for typical Oklahoma City homes, paired with Tesla Powerwall or LG Chem battery backup (optional). Roofing services include shingle replacement, metal roofing, flat roof repair, and full tear-off and reinstall. The company uses asphalt composition shingles (standard 25-year warranty), architectural shingles (lifetime manufacturer coverage), and standing seam metal (40-year warranty).
Solar pricing for a 7 kW system runs approximately $13,000 to $16,000 after the federal 30% Inflation Reduction Act tax credit (effective through 2032), assuming average roof condition and no additional structural work. A roof replacement alone ranges from $8,000 to $15,000 for a 2,000-square-foot ranch home, depending on material and tear-off complexity. Combo packages that bundle solar installation with roof replacement typically discount the labor by 10 to 15 percent since the roofers are already on-site. Prices shift with material costs; confirm current figures before obtaining an estimate.
How it compares to other Oklahoma City solar and roofing options
Sunrun and Vivint Solar, both national installers, operate in Oklahoma City and offer solar leasing and power purchase agreements (PPAs) that require no upfront cost; homeowners pay a monthly bill to the installer instead of owning the system. G 1:3 sells systems outright or arranges financing through local lenders, which means the homeowner owns the panels and captures 100 percent of energy savings and tax credits. Sunrun and Vivint excel for renters or people who plan to move within 5 years; G 1:3 suits long-term homeowners who want to minimize monthly utility bills and maximize ROI.
For roofing alone, Bison Roofing and Heartland Roofing are established Oklahoma City contractors with strong BBB ratings and similar pricing. Both handle insurance claims efficiently and offer 10-year labor warranties. G 1:3 differentiates by bundling solar, which Bison and Heartland do not install. If you need only a new roof and have no solar plans, Bison or Heartland may be simpler; if you foresee solar in the next 3 to 5 years, having the roofer understand your future solar layout (venting, load paths, electrical runs) from day one prevents costly redesigns.
Who G 1:3 suits and does not suit
G 1:3 is well-suited for Oklahoma City homeowners who own their house outright or carry a mortgage with no HOA prohibition on solar, have a south or west-facing roof with minimal shade, and expect to remain in the home for at least 8 to 10 years. Homeowners with poor credit or minimal cash can still buy solar through G 1:3's financing partners, though interest rates and terms vary by lender.
G 1:3 is not the right fit if your roof is less than 10 years from needing replacement (wait to bundle), if you rent or plan to move within 5 years (use Sunrun or Vivint for no-money-down leases), or if your roof is heavily shaded by trees (solar output will be too low to justify cost). Homeowners in strict HOAs that prohibit visible solar panels should contact G 1:3 to discuss ground-mount or non-roof options, though availability is limited in metro Oklahoma City.
What the first visit involves
G 1:3 schedules a free in-home assessment, typically lasting 30 to 45 minutes. A technician inspects the roof pitch, condition, and remaining lifespan; photographs the roof from multiple angles to assess shade; and uses a utility bill to size the solar array. If roof replacement is needed, the technician documents rot, missing shingles, or improper ventilation and provides a separate estimate for that work. The homeowner receives a written proposal within 3 business days, itemizing solar system size, panel brand (typically Enphase or Generac), battery backup options, roof material and labor, permitting fees (typically $300 to $500 in Oklahoma County), and financing terms if applicable.
Once approved, G 1:3 files for electrical and structural permits, a process that takes 2 to 4 weeks depending on Oklahoma County building department backlog. Installation usually takes 2 days for solar alone, 5 to 7 days for solar plus a full roof replacement.
Hours, parking, and logistics
G 1:3 operates Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with emergency repair calls available on weekends for roofing (verification recommended for current hours). The office is located on the south side of Oklahoma City; most work is performed at the customer's home. Parking is not a constraint since crews stage at residential addresses.
G 1:3 Solar & Roofing fills a gap in Oklahoma City's solar market by eliminating the coordination burden of hiring separate solar and roofing contractors, and its ownership model keeps energy savings in homeowners' hands rather than routing them to a national leasing corporation.
