About Nexus Energy Systems
Nexus Energy Systems, headquartered in Ashland, Virginia, traces its origins to 1978 when Michael Rietkerk founded Rietkerk Construction, a custom home builder in San Luis Obispo County, California. The family-owned company built a reputation for energy-efficient homes under the motto "The Difference is Quality." In 1992, Rietkerk identified rooftop solar as the future of home energy efficiency and began transitioning the business toward residential solar installation, formally adopting solar in 2008. Today, Nexus designs and installs residential solar photovoltaic systems, integrates Tesla Powerwall battery storage, and provides roofing services to ensure roof longevity matches solar system life. The company uses Aurora Enterprise software for custom system design, handles permitting and utility interconnection, and performs all installation in-house with its own crews. The company serves homeowners seeking to own rather than lease solar equipment, offering financing partnerships and a referral program. Nexus differentiates itself through financial solvency, having never accepted outside funding, and by owning its assets and installation teams. The founder's emphasis on bankability and long-term warranty validity stems from a construction background that prioritized quality over rapid scaling, a contrast to publicly traded solar lessors that rely on continuous capital raises.
Manufacturing capabilities
Core processes
Industries served
- Residential solar energy
- Clean energy
- Home construction and roofing
- Residential energy storage
Materials
Solar panels (various manufacturers) · Enphase microinverters · Tesla Powerwall batteries · Roofing materials (composite shingle, metal tile, concrete tile, clay tile)
Equipment
- Enphase microinverters
- Tesla Powerwall battery systems
- Aurora Enterprise solar design software
Company details
- Location
- Ashland, Virginia
- Founded
- 1978
- Production volume
- Over 20,000 residential solar installations
- Lead time
- Permitting typically 2-3 weeks
- Listed under
Frequently asked questions
Where is Nexus Energy Systems located?
Nexus Energy Systems is located at 10964 Richardson Rd, Ashland, VA 23005, United States.
What does Nexus Energy Systems do?
Nexus Energy Systems is listed under Solar Panels, and its listed capabilities and products include Residential solar PV system design and installation, Roofing installation and replacement, Tesla Powerwall battery storage integration, Custom solar design using Aurora Enterprise software, Permitting and utility interconnection management and Site assessment and energy usage analysis.
What industries does Nexus Energy Systems serve?
Nexus Energy Systems lists Residential solar energy, Clean energy, Home construction and roofing and Residential energy storage among the industries it serves.
When was Nexus Energy Systems founded?
Nexus Energy Systems was founded in 1978.
How do I request a quote from Nexus Energy Systems?
Use the Request a quote button on this page to send Nexus Energy Systems your requirements through FirmsLedger, or call (804) 395-6621 and visit nexussolar.net.
What companies are similar to Nexus Energy Systems?
Other Solar Panels companies in Virginia listed on FirmsLedger include Kilo Hollow Energy, Southern Solar and Baseline Solar Solutions.