How to
Hire a Solar Installer for Your Home
You’ve heard friends, family, or co-workers rave about their
decision to add solar panels to their homes. But can you also take advantage of
the same benefits they enjoy?
Here’s the good news: using the right tactics, you may even
get better results than those braggers!
By following a few simple steps, you can ensure that you
hire a solar installer that will exceed your expectations. Continue reading the
sections below to find out how to find the best solar installer options
available in your area!
Start Your List
To get started, you may want to separate between local and
national contractors. The latter may not have as much of a presence in the area
as they advertise. No matter what tool you prefer, it’s time to start building
a list after Googling “solar
companies near me” so you can separate the wheat from the chaff.
Ask Your Friends and Family for Help
Even if you don’t know someone who has already take this
step, you never know how far your network might reach. Friends, family, and
co-workers may have a story and a reputable source to talk to about their solar
installation experience.
Remember that recommendations and advice depend on
individual experience or personal connections. You don’t want to take
everything with a grain of salt, of course, but listen with a healthy dose of
skepticism.
Analyze Reviews
Unfortunately for several businesses, most customers take
their service or products for granted and don’t leave online customer reviews.
As long as they’ve received a solution or product successfully, they tend to go
on their way.
Some show appreciation, but others only become vocal when
they feel disappointed, no matter the details. Instead of paying attention to
the volume of comments, pay close attention to how the
company’s team responds.
Call and Ask Questions
If you’ve reached the point of calling to schedule estimates,
you should already have confidence in the company’s reputation. Now is the time
to dive into a few details and see how the representatives respond before
comparing installer costs:
- What
types of roofs do you install? - Do you
need to inspect my roof? - How do
you handle underperforming systems? - What
does your warranty include?
If you have a metal roof, you want to know that the
contractor has solar panel
designs that avoid damage. If they refuse to inspect or give answers
to the other questions, you may need to eliminate that company from
consideration.
Choose From 3 Quotes
No matter how much pressure they may give you, it’s always
best to stick to this golden rule. Wait to sign on the bottom line until you’ve
had a chance to reflect, review, and debate the options.
Ready to Hire a Solar Installer?
Now that you have a detailed plan, are you ready to hire a
solar installer? If you still find yourself stuck, go back to the beginning and
start over. A detail or deciding factor you may have missed could pop out where
you least expect it!
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valuable today? Check out more of our great content about solar panels before
you go!
