About 1 Source Solar

We Empower Communities Through Sustainable Solar

Since 2015, the experts at 1 Source Solar have been helping clients across the Midwest save money and become more environmentally sustainable by installing high-quality solar energy systems.

We know that navigating the costs, permitting requirements, and steps of a solar installation project can be overwhelming. That’s why we’re a full-service, “turnkey” company that handles each step of the process for our clients. You’ll only need one point of contact on your project from start to finish.

Headquartered in Ankeny, Iowa, our team of experts brings decades of experience working on solar projects large and small across many industries. Our deep solar expertise allows us to work with greater efficiency on your project, resulting in shorter project lead times, faster utility approvals, and work that’s done correctly the first time.

We welcome the opportunity to discuss what solar energy can do for you, your family, your business, and your community. We’ll walk you through the entire process and help you make the best decisions for your unique needs.

1 Source Solar’s Impact

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1500

Projects

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30 Million

Watts of Solar

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$10 Million

in Client Savings

Trusted Local Solar Specialists Serving Iowa & the Midwest

We’ve built 1 Source Solar on honesty and trust. The impressive quality standard built into our projects is the same regardless of the system size or location. We’re dedicated to 100% client satisfaction and committed to bringing you a level of customer service that’s a cut above the competition. We provide a five-year workmanship warranty on all of our work to ensure your satisfaction. 

We serve a wide range of industries, including:

  • Agriculture

  • Commercial

  • Residential

  • Cities & Counties

  • Schools

  • Nonprofits

  • Utilities

Our team was named among Solar Power World’s top solar contractors every year since inception, and our team members bring expertise from a variety of professional backgrounds, including engineering degrees and professional certifications through the North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners (NABCEP). 

Meet the 1 Source Solar Team

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CEO

Travis Hodapp

As the CEO and co-owner of 1 Source Solar, Travis is our motivated team leader. His construction engineering background brings valuable expertise that allows 1 Source Solar to perform jobs of any size and type. He works to ensure operations run smoothly, bringing more than 25 years of experience launching and growing successful businesses.

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President

Todd Miller

As president and co-owner of 1 Source Solar, Todd leads our day-to-day operations and has developed 1 Source Solar into a leader in the solar industry. He currently serves as president of the Iowa Solar Energy Trade Association and has been instrumental in the growth of the solar industry within Iowa and the Midwest, introducing solar to the ag industry by installing solar for hog, poultry, and grain sites as early as 2012. Todd has worked on more than 1,500 projects, totaling over 40 megawatts of installed solar production.

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Executive Vice President

Scott Prohaska

Scott has spent more than 30 years working in project pursuit, sales management, business development, and customer service. He now specializes in helping make the solar design and installation process seamless for our customers. His solar expertise allows us to better support our customers’ needs in a variety of markets.

Jeremy Heffelinger

Operations Manager

Jeremy Heffelfinger

As 1 Source Solar’s operations manager, Jeremy oversees and manages scheduling, installation, buyouts, and customer satisfaction on each project. He has 12 years of construction and management experience and is studying Photovoltaic and PV Site Assessment with the Midwest Renewable Energy Association.

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Project Manager

Jeremy Snead

He has been a certified NABCEP PV Installation Professional since 2017 and has vast experience in solar PV installation from small residential to large utility-scale projects. He recently completed and commissioned the two largest rooftop arrays in Iowa at Homemakers Furniture in Urbandale (1.33MW) and at Vermeer Corporation in Pella (2.74MW) .

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Service Manager

Cody Brown

As 1 Source Solar’s service manager, Cody’s sole focus is to bring peace of mind to customers by making sure their solar arrays are running at peak efficiency. Cody joined 1 Source Solar in 2016 and worked as an installer and an installation lead before becoming service manager. He brings experience in SMA and AP systems and is certified in SolarEdge, Enphase, Tesla, Hoymiles, Fronius, and Generac, giving him the knowledge to investigate and troubleshoot any and all solar systems.

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Solar Energy Designer

Nathan Hamersley

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Administrative Coordinator

Amanda Loeffelholz

Solar Specialists

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Installation Team

Our NABCEP certified technicians build the most efficient and professional solar array for each project. We have multiple installation teams, giving us the capacity to install systems in size from a few kilowatts to several megawatts. No matter the size, they bring the same level of pride in quality workmanship, safety, and attention to detail throughout the design, engineering, and construction process.

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Tyler Billmeyer

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Our Awards

For nine years running, 1 Source Solar has been one of the top 500 solar contractors in the country named by Solar Power World. Most recently, Solar Power World named 1 Source Solar among the top 100 engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) firms in the country, at No. 85. Over the years, 1 Source Solar has also received numerous recognitions for several of its installations.

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