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The Process (Residential)
The first step to begin a solar system installation will be your initial contact with one of our solar specialists. You may email or call us at any time to find out if your home qualifies for solar. It is recommended to have your electric bill available during the initial evaluation so we may accurately calculate your annual savings. Upon review of this information we will then coordinate a date and time to perform a solar analysis of the proposed location and so that you may sign the appropriate rebate applications and proposal. The breakdown of the overall process is as follows:
Phase 1 |
2 Days |
| Site Visit | |
| Sign Proposal | |
| Sign Rebate/SREC & Utility Applications | |
| Initial Deposit Due | |
| Applications Submitted with Fees | |
| Phase 2 | 4-8 Weeks |
| Utility Application Approved (approx 1 week) | |
| Rebate/SREC Application Approved (approx 4-8 weeks) | |
| Phase 3 | 1 Week |
| Produce Construction Drawings | |
| Structural Letter & Final Electrical Design | |
| Site Survey (if req') | |
| Permit Package & Fees Submitted to Township | |
| Phase 4 | 4-6 Weeks |
| Building Permit Approved | |
| Electrical Permit Approved | |
| Second Payment Due (Equipment Costs) | |
| Equipment Ordered and Delivered | |
| Coordinate Installation Start Date | |
| Phase 5 | 4-6 Weeks |
| Installation Completed (approx 1-2 weeks) | |
| State Inspection Approved | |
| Local Inspection Approved | |
| Final Rebate & Utility Forms Submitted | |
| Final Payment Due | |
| Phase 6 | 1-2 Weeks |
| Utility Approves Installation | |
| Utility Installs Net-Meter | |
| Solar System is Commissioned for Operation | |
Note: Times vary based on rebate approvals, township approvals, equipment availability, inclement weather during installation, inspector availability, utility approvals and availability, roof reinforcement if applicable, etc.
