Four steps, one company. Here is what happens at each one and what you need to do, which is mostly nothing.
Fill out the quote form with your ZIP, your average electric bill and how to reach you. A recent bill helps, but you don't need one to start.
Your part: about two minutes.
Your installer looks at your roof's size, pitch, direction and shade, matches a system to how much power you use, and sends you a written quote.
Your part: answer a few questions by phone or email.
Your installer files the permits and the utility paperwork, then installs your system. Most installs take 4 to 6 weeks, depending on permitting time.
Your part: approve the design, then let the crew in on install day.
After the final inspection and the utility's approval, your system goes live and your roof starts producing its own power.
Your part: flip the switch.
A panel layout drawn for your roof, with how much power it should produce in a year.
One number, in writing, with what it includes spelled out.
What your system is expected to save, set against the bill you pay now.
The panels and equipment in your system, backed by a 20–25 year equipment warranty and a 2 year labor warranty.
Two minutes now gets you a design and a quote from a licensed installer.
Solar Power Auditing and installation partner Volt Home