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Once you have invested in a photovoltaic (PV) system, the next step is its installation. This is a considerably lengthy procedure that will require a certain amount of commitment on your part, as it can take up to 90 days or more on average. Even if you are not taking on the installation yourself and have decided to hire professional solar installers, it is important that you keep yourself informed about what the process is. This will help you ensure that the system is installed properly and that it yields the maximum amount of benefit over time. Carry Out a Physical Examination Before you go ahead with the installation, you need to decide where the solar panels will even be installed. You must assess whether your roof is facing south and has sufficient access to sunlight, as a rooftop installation is the most cost effective method. However, in case your roof is not ideal, you will have to opt for a ground mount that will have to be fixed before the installation can commence and is more costly as well. If you are able to go ahead with rooftop installation, then you need to make certain that your roof is in good condition, as it will be tiresome to have the panels removed afterwards, in order to fix it. Solar panels come in all shapes and sizes as well, so you will also need to make a cosmetic choice; which solar panels are the most attractive and complementary to your exterior. Fix a Financial Plan One of the steps that you might be required to carry out before installation is an energy audit. In some states, this is a prerequisite to being able to purchase a solar system or collecting rebates. An energy audit will also help you by providing you with comprehensive information regarding your energy consumption and the costs associated with it. In addition to how much you are willing to pay for energy, you must also assess potential expansions to the solar system, maintenance, warranties and performance estimates over its lifespan, when setting aside a budget to cater to it. Look For Solar Installers Letting a ‘pro’ handle the complex installation procedure is a good idea, particularly if you are apprehensive about undertaking such a project yourself. This is the step that will finally set you on your way to being energy independent! Therefore, it is important that you do some careful research and get in touch with a number of contractors in your area. Look at the accreditation of solar installers before you make the choice of any particular one. A traditional way of doing so is simply going through the newspaper, locating ads for solar panel installation companies and getting in touch with the Better Business Bureau to gather more information. They can help you by telling you whether certain companies are accredited in the first place or not, and if so, how satisfactory their services are.
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