Transitioning to solar power is an exhilarating journey for homeowners, marked by a series of essential steps that ensure a secure and dependable installation.

The process commences after selecting a solar installer. We recommend exploring multiple quotes to ensure a fair deal. Our solar marketplace streamlines this by presenting three competitive quotes and offering guidance from a dedicated Energy Advisor. Once you've chosen your installer, the excitement truly begins!

Site Evaluation:

During this phase, the installer visits your home to verify the planned system design. If there are any changes in the scope of work, the initial contract becomes void, and necessary amendments are made. The installer assesses the roof, attic, electrical setup, and battery placement if applicable.

System Design Approval:

After the site evaluation results are available, any required changes are presented for approval. Homeowners can review these changes and provide feedback or approve the final design before it undergoes permit approval. This review encompasses both the aesthetics and the electrical aspects of the design.

Permit Approval:

Permit approval is crucial to ensure compliance with safety codes covering fire, electrical, and structural aspects. The installer submits permitting documents, including the approved design, to the city for authorization. Permit application fees vary based on location but are typically under $500. At Solar.com, all permitting fees are already included in the total system cost.

Installation:

Installation usually takes one to two days, and you may not even need to be present at home during this phase. Trust the professionals to handle the job while you relax. Please note that your power may be temporarily turned off for a few hours during this process.

Final City Inspection:

Following completion of the installation, a city inspector verifies that the work aligns with the permitted scope.

Utility Connection:

The last step in activating your solar system involves gaining approval from the utility company to connect to their grid. The homeowner or installer applies for a utility connection, providing the contract and scope of work that has been executed. Utility representatives inspect the project to ensure compliance with their guidelines and may upgrade the meter for Net-Metering, if necessary. Inspection and application fees can vary but are typically covered in turnkey installation contracts. After obtaining approval or Permission to Operate (PTO), homeowners can activate their system and start generating their own energy.

Installing solar in your home involves many important steps to ensure your safety, confirm connection to the grid, and maximize your panels capabilities. This multi-step process has been established to regulate the solar industry, ensuring the safety of individuals and utility companies. Solar panels not only enhances your home and help foster grid independence, they also help create a more sustainable environment. These steps are just examples of the solar panel installation process. Visit www.soarenergy.com/#soar-form today to see if installing solar is right for you.