Solar System Design & Installation

 

Step 1. Understanding usage.

Your most recent utility bill provides your home’s total usage over the last year. We’ll also take into account any changes you’re thinking of making, like adding an electric car, pool, hot tub, or an addition to your home.

 

Step 2. Location evaluation.

Are you looking for a roof mounted solar system or ground mounted? How old is your roof and what condition is it in? Some locations on your roof will produce more electricity than others. We evaluate all of these factors to create a suggested design.

Step 3. System design.

With your input, the design is fine-tuned to meet your aesthetic and electricity generation goals.

 

Step 4. Financial modeling.

The price of solar energy systems have fallen dramatically, however not all solar companies pass those savings on to you. ClearGreen only works with installation companies that pass the savings on to you while still offering an exceptional product and warranty.

Solar energy systems return value to you immediately and over time. Potential incentives include:

The financial benefits of investing in a solar energy system are significant. The table shows an example financial model for a cash purchase of a 9.7 kW 24-panel REC 405-watt Alpha Pure system. This system is projected to produce 13,500 kWh in the first year. Notice that the system is projected to breakeven in year 7 and produce well over $50,000 in projected financial return after it pays for itself over 25 years.

Step 5. Environmental impact.

Solar energy systems create significant, measurable impact to our environment. Electricity purchased from the grid typically comes from a variety of sources including coal plants and natural gas-fired plants, which have a significant carbon footprint. The same example solar system shown above in the financial model will offset the same amount of carbon as 12 acres of U.S. forests and remove 11,300 pounds of coal from being burned each year.

 

Step 6. Solar system construction.

After we’ve worked together to fine-tune the design, the next step is to go under contract, schedule the site survey, and get ready for the installation. It typically takes 3-5 months from time of contract signing to system installation. The solar company handles all permitting with the County and utility. Once your newly installed system is given Permission to Operate (PTO) by the utility, you can expect to have 25 years of warrantied solar energy production.