FAQs

Please see our commonly asked questions below:

Solar Fundamentals

  1. How does solar power work?
  2. What is a grid-tied system?
  3. What is Net Metering?
  4. What happens if it's cloudy or rainy for several days in a row?
  5. Should I use battery backup?
  6. What size system do I need?
  7. How much sun do I need?
  8. How efficient are solar panels?
  9. How long do solar electric (PV) systems last?
  10. If the power goes out, will my grid-tied PV system keep producing energy?
  11. What happens if lightening strikes a solar panel?
  12. Can I add panels later?
  13. Do the solar panels need to be mounted on my roof?
  14. Are the panels fragile?
  15. What kind of permits do I need?
  16. Is solar power reliable enough to power my business facility?
  17. How will I know if my system is working?
  18. Is there any system maintenance required?
  19. Is a PV module different from a solar collector?
  20. What's the difference between thin film solar and crystalline solar panels?

Solar Cost, Savings, and Rebates

  1. Are there financial incentives for buying solar electricity?
  2. How will my utility company bill me once I go solar?
  3. How much will I save in energy costs by going solar?
  4. How much does a solar hot water system cost?
  5. How much will a solar hot water system reduce my heating costs?
  6. How long does it take to realize a 100% return on investment for solar?
  7. How do I collect the financial incentives?
  8. Will the solar rebates expire?
  9. Is Financing Available?
  10. What are the financial incentives available for Non-Profit Organizations?
  11. Who handles the utility rebate and permit paperwork?

Solar For My Home

  1. How long does the residential installation process take?
  2. Does my house have to face south?
  3. What if most of my utility bill is comprised of natural gas charges?
  4. Will solar increase my Arizona property taxes?
  5. Can my homeowners association (HOA) stop me from installing a solar electric system?
  6. How much roof space is required?
  7. Do I have the right roof for a solar system?
  8. How much weight will the solar electric system put on my roof?
  9. What if I need a new roof or need to conduct roof repairs?
  10. What modifications would be necessary for my house to run on solar electricity?
  11. How long will I be without power during the installation?
  12. Would I need to rewire my house before installing a solar system?
  13. Do I need to notify my building/home insurance provider when I install a system?