Generally it will take approximately 30 days to install after signing.
An install can be held up by any of the following:
We highly recommend replacing the roof if the roof is nearing its end of life. You could possibly take advantage of the opportunity to consolidate your new roof and solar in a single loan payment.
We can almost always install your Solar PV System without turning off your power. If for any reason we must turn your power off, this would be discussed and scheduled with you before hand. We can make arrangements to accommodate the inconvenience.
Just installing a Solar PV system by itself will not keep you powered up in a power outage situation. However, pairing with an Energy Storage Solution (ESS) and/or a stand by generator, this will empower you to be resilient and maintain power even when the power grid is down. Contact us to learn more about any of these solutions.
Each component of your Solar PV system will have a warranty. Solar panels and inverters will have a 25 year workmanship/product warranty. The solar panels also have a 30 year performance warranty ensuring you will have best performance for many years to come.
The installation will have a workmanship warranty backed by Summit Solar and Battery.
Simply put, solar energy works by taking sunlight and turning it into electricity.
Photovoltaic (PV) refers to the technology that converts sunlight directly into electricity using solar cells. These cells are typically made from semiconductor materials like silicon, which generate electric current when exposed to sunlight through the photovoltaic effect. PV systems can be used in a variety of applications, from small-scale residential installations to large solar farms. They are an essential part of renewable energy solutions, helping to reduce reliance on fossil fuels and lower greenhouse gas emissions.
A typical solar PV system consists of the Solar Panels, an Inverter and often a Storage Solution for excess electricity.
A solar inverter is a key component of a solar power system. Its main function is to convert the direct current (DC) electricity generated by solar panels into alternating current (AC) electricity, which is what most household appliances and the electrical grid use.
In addition to conversion, solar inverters often include features like monitoring and grid management, helping to optimize the energy output of the system.
** It is important to always check for latest information as programs change.
Net Metering is a program that allows solar system owners to receive credits for the excess electricity they generate and feed back into the grid. This excess can often offset future electricity bills.
