Is Solar Right for Your Home?
Discover how solar energy can work for you. Explore your options, estimate your future electricity costs, and learn the eight simple steps to making an informed solar investment.
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Your 8-Step Guide to Going Solar
Explore the questions every homeowner should ask before investing in solar. Click each step to learn more.
Solar energy can help reduce your dependence on utility electricity and provide more control over long-term energy expenses. Homeowners also consider solar for environmental benefits, energy independence, and potential backup power when paired with compatible battery storage.
A good solar property typically has adequate sunlight, sufficient roof or ground space, and limited shading. Roof condition, orientation, and available installation space also matter. TOSI can evaluate your property to determine whether rooftop or ground-mounted solar makes the most sense.
Start by reviewing your average monthly electric bill and, if available, your last 12 months of electricity usage in kilowatt-hours (kWh). Consider future changes such as electric vehicles, additional HVAC equipment, or a swimming pool. This information helps determine the appropriate solar system size.
Start with your average monthly electric bill. Multiply it by 120 to get a preliminary solar budget. For example, a $200 monthly bill suggests a starting budget of $24,000.
Over 30 years, that same $200 bill represents $72,000 in electricity spending without rate increases, or approximately $114,000 with a 3% annual increase.
This is a budgeting guideline, not a guaranteed savings or payback calculation. Actual solar costs and benefits vary.
Homeowners can choose rooftop solar, ground-mounted solar, or solar paired with battery storage. Rooftop systems use existing roof space, while ground-mounted systems offer flexibility for properties with available land. Batteries can store energy for later use and provide backup power when properly configured.
TOSI can help determine which solution best fits your property, energy needs, and budget.
Look for a solar company with appropriate licensing, insurance, installation experience, and clear warranty coverage. Ask whether the company provides customized system designs, detailed pricing, permitting assistance, and ongoing service.
A qualified installer should explain your options and provide a written proposal before installation begins.
Solar installations generally require local permits, electrical inspections, and utility interconnection approval. Depending on your property, homeowners association requirements may also apply.
Your solar installer should explain the approval process, coordinate required paperwork, and provide an estimated installation timeline.
Once permits and approvals are in place, many residential solar installations can be completed within a few days, depending on system size and complexity. Final inspections and utility authorization may be required before operation.
After activation, your system can be monitored for performance. Solar panels typically require minimal routine maintenance, and your installer should explain warranty coverage and available service support.
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