Recognition Direct solar placards
What Solar Placards Do I Need for a Solar Install?
Solar placards, PV labels, and custom warning plates are usually based on the approved plan sheet,
local inspection requirements, and utility interconnection notes. Recognition Direct prints the placards
and plates from your PDF plan sheet, exact text, or inspector correction, then sends a proof before production.
Quick answer:
If you already have an approved solar plan set, upload the placard or label sheet when you order.
That plan sheet is the best source for size, wording, layout, and quantity.
Common Solar Placards and Labels
Every project is different, but solar installers commonly need a combination of larger red placards
and smaller equipment labels.
- PV system directory or site map placard showing arrays, inverter, meter, service panel, AC disconnect, rapid shutdown, batteries, or other equipment.
- Multiple sources of power warning placards used when a building has utility power plus solar or battery equipment.
- AC disconnect, utility disconnect, inverter, meter, breaker, load center, and sub panel labels with exact wording from the plan set.
- Rapid shutdown and PV array labels where required by the approved plans or inspector.
- Custom text plates for corrections, field changes, panel schedules, or utility notes.
San Diego Area Ordering Notes
In San Diego County, solar jobs may involve a city or county permit review, field inspection, and
SDG&E interconnection steps. The approved plans and the authority having jurisdiction control the
final placard wording.
- Use the approved plan sheet when possible instead of guessing at the required placards.
- If an inspector asks for different wording, send us the correction text exactly as written.
- SDG&E solar resources note that some eligible projects may use a photo of the electric meter and safety caution placard for interconnection review.
- Different cities may handle details differently, so keep the job city or jurisdiction in your order notes.
What to Send Us
1
Upload the plan sheet
Send the PDF page that shows the placard design, label schedule, or solar site map.
2
Choose size and quantity
Pick the closest standard placard or plate size, then add any special notes.
3
Review your proof
We send a proof before production so wording, spelling, layout, and size can be checked.
4
Pickup or ship
Choose shipping or local pickup, including Spring Valley pickup when available.
Solar Placard Sizes
| Size |
Price |
| 6" x 6" Solar Placard | $17.00 |
| 8" x 6" Solar Placard | $17.00 |
| 8" x 8" Solar Placard | $20.00 |
| 10" x 10" Solar Placard | $25.00 |
| 10" x 7.5" Solar Placard | $25.00 |
| 12" x 12" Solar Placard | $30.00 |
| 12" x 9" Solar Placard | $30.00 |
Custom Solar Plates
| Size |
Price |
| 1" x 4" | $4.00 |
| 1.5" x 4" | $4.50 |
| 1.5" x 6" | $5.00 |
| 2" x 6" | $6.00 |
| 3" x 6" | $8.00 |
| 4" x 4" | $8.00 |
| Custom size | $0.50 / sq in |
Custom plate maximum: 12" x 24" or 24" x 12".
Ready to Order Solar Placards?
Upload your PDF plan sheet or type the exact plate wording. We will review the order and send a proof before production.
Solar Placard FAQ
Can you tell me exactly what my solar job requires?
We can help print from your plan sheet or inspector notes, but we do not replace your contractor, designer,
city/county reviewer, utility, or inspector. Your approved plans and local requirements control.
Can homeowners order solar placards?
Yes. Homeowners can order, but the safest workflow is to upload the approved placard sheet from the contractor
or permit plan set so the wording and layout match the project.
What if my inspector changes the wording?
Send us the updated correction text or marked-up plan sheet. We can produce corrected placards or custom plates
from the exact wording you provide.
Do you offer local pickup?
Yes. Spring Valley pickup is available for solar placard orders where shown at checkout, and shipping is also available.
Helpful Official References
Use these as starting points, then confirm with the approved plans and your local authority having jurisdiction.
