FAQ

If you can afford to pay your electricity bill you can afford to go solar. $0-down solar financing options, including both solar loans and solar leases, make it easy for homeowners with good credit to start saving on their electricity bills by going solar.

The size of your solar energy system will depend on how much electricity you use on a monthly basis, as well as the weather conditions where you live. Look at your past electricity bills.

Solar energy systems can last for 25 to 35 years, and it can be costly to remove and reinstall them if you need to replace your roof. If your roof needs maintenance in the near term, you should complete it before you finish your solar installation.

In general, solar panels are very durable and capable of withstanding snow, wind, and hail. The various components of your solar power system will need to be replaced at different times, but your system should continue to generate electricity for 25 to 35 years.

If you own your solar energy system, your solar house will sell at a premium. Buying a solar energy system will likely increase your home's value. A recent study found that solar panels are viewed as upgrades, just like a renovated kitchen or a finished basement, and home buyers across the country have been willing to pay a premium of about $15,000 for a home with an average-sized solar array.

Solar system installations can vary. They can also be influenced by the available loans and grants in the homeowner's area. The type of system will affect the appraisal value of a home. ... If the homeowner leases the system, the assessed value of the system cannot be added to the value of the home.