A worked change in use
Illustrative additional load: a measured 1 kW appliance operated 4 extra hours daily adds 120 kWh in a 30-day month. Replace both inputs with real equipment and operating data.
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Buying in Los Cabos: check CFE before choosing solar
Before buying a Cabo home, request the CFE history, confirm the tariff and inspect any existing solar contract, equipment and warranty records.
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In this guide
Ask for documents tied to this property
An attractive roof and a low winter bill do not establish annual operating cost. Match the service address, meter and account to the house being sold, then request a full year of bills and any existing interconnection agreement.
| Document | Question it answers |
|---|---|
| 12-month CFE history | Seasonality, tariff and rolling usage. |
| Meter and contract details | Which service supplies the property? |
| Solar inventory and contract | What is installed, financed or transferable? |
| Roof and electrical review | What work may be needed before adding panels? |
Separate the seller’s usage from your plans
A home used for weekends may change substantially when occupied full time. Write down planned A/C hours, pool operation, EV charging and additions before using the old annual total as your design demand.
Existing panels need their own inspection
Request serial numbers, commissioning results, production history and remaining warranties. Panel count alone does not establish performance or ownership.
Resolve account changes with CFE
Confirm outstanding balances, required ownership documents and what happens to an existing solar agreement. Keep purchase-contract responsibilities with your legal adviser. This guide does not establish how CFE will classify a transferred service.
Continue planning your project
CFE bills for Los Cabos rentals: a handover checklist
Use a dated meter-reading record at handover.
Solar installation in Cabo: evidence to request
Know which installation records to request.
CFE 1C: calculate winter and summer bills
Recalculate the seller’s 1C bill using its dates and seasonal tiers before comparing running costs.
FAQ
What to clarify before quoting.
Does buying the house remove DAC?
Do not budget on that assumption. Request the current tariff and ask CFE how the account change affects the service.
Should I buy panels before moving in?
You can assess the roof and likely demand early. Final sizing should include your planned use and the confirmed service conditions.
What if the seller cannot provide bills?
Treat the operating cost and tariff as unresolved. Ask the seller to obtain official records before accepting savings or payback claims.
Sources
External sources used as context.
These references provide technical context. Your location, energy needs and project scope still need an individual assessment.
Ready to start?
Start with the property’s actual information
Use your CFE bill for an initial assessment. Roof conditions, equipment and the final scope need confirmation before installation.