The utility behind Four Square Mile’s bills
The state’s utility-territory map places Four Square Mile in Xcel Energy (Public Service Company of Colorado) territory. As an investor-owned utility, it banks exported solar as kWh credits that offset later use one-for-one.
We still confirm the utility from your bill, since service territories are drawn along lines and substations rather than street grids.
Sun, snow and terrain in Four Square Mile
Lower-elevation Colorado towns like Four Square Mile (~5,440 ft) tend to have wide-open roofs and ground-mount space; the tradeoff is exposure to hail and wind, which we account for in equipment and attachment choices.
Permits in Four Square Mile
Who issues a solar permit in Four Square Mile depends on local arrangements — some Colorado towns run their own building departments, others rely on the county, and electrical permits in many small jurisdictions come from the State Electrical Board. We confirm and file with the right one.
A quick local snapshot of Four Square Mile
Census publishes no annual estimates for unincorporated communities; the 2020 count was 22,872. It ranks #6 by population among the communities in Arapahoe County, and its nearest neighbors are Glendale (3 mi), Cherry Hills Village (4 mi), Greenwood Village (5 mi).
Four Square Mile is about 7 miles from our Denver office as the crow flies. That’s well within our regular service routes.
FAQ
Questions we hear
Is Four Square Mile on Xcel Energy (Public Service Company of Colorado)?
Most likely: the state map places Four Square Mile in Xcel Energy (Public Service Company of Colorado) territory. We double-check by address before any design.
Will I get credit for the solar I don’t use?
Yes, under Xcel Energy (Public Service Company of Colorado)’s rules: it banks exported solar as kWh credits that offset later use one-for-one. We model that rule directly rather than assuming full retail credit.
Is Four Square Mile sunny enough for solar?
Colorado’s sun is strong statewide, and at ~5,440 feet the air is clear. The real variables are your roof’s orientation and shade — our Solar Studio uses NREL hourly data for your address.
Who installs solar in Arapahoe County?
We do, with our own crews — no subcontractors — including in Four Square Mile. Permits and utility paperwork are part of the job.