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EnergyAid
3.6(
130
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Serving El Centro, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Jorge came on time, conducted a thorough inspection and explained the results. I'm glad to have found a company that can inspect my solar system after the installation company went out of business"
Voltage Testing
Solar Panel Removal and Reinstall
Two Batterys
Bird Skirt
Communication Repair

+20

Response time1 day
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by60%of homeowners
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Mega Power Electric, Inc
5.0(
191
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Serving El Centro, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We recently had Mega Power Electric Inc install a solar system and panels. The President and provided excellent communication all the way through the process. He even met with us after installation to explain the almost incomprehensible PG&E bill. Although not the least expensive bid, his was competitive and I felt he was as interested in educating me about solar and the various types of panels and inverter systems as he was in selling a system. He demonstrated how the array of panels would meet our energy needs and as opposed to some of the other companies, wasn't selling us more than we needed. We are very satisfied with our solar system and I highly recommended Mega Power Electric Inc."
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+32

Recommended by100%of homeowners
Sunergy Construction, Inc.
4.3(
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Serving El Centro, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Ryan is honest, knowledgeable, & responsive (I had done extensive research on solar panels before selecting SoCal Energy & Sunergy). Everyone who worked on the project was professional & pleasant to deal with, & quickly responded to any question or concern. I am recommending them to anyone I speak to about solar panels. :-)"
SunErgy Construction
SunErgy Construction
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SunErgy Construction

+44

Response time1 day
Response rate91%
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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R&J Solar LLC
5.0(
2
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Serving El Centro, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We provide residential and commercial solar power options, and provide support services for industry partner companies. We offer no cost consultations and $0 down financing. Please contact our office for a consultation at (931)922-8258.

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Solar Panels questions, answered by experts

Solar panels should get at least four to six hours of direct sunlight daily. It’s even better if sunlight reaches panels between the peak hours of 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. This is enough to power a home, depending on your solar system’s size and energy needs. Remember that panels will generate some power under cloudy skies or in the shade, and many systems compensate for lower sun exposure by drawing energy from the grid or battery storage.

Solar batteries can be a great investment to help maximize your solar savings and make your system and home more valuable, but they’re most beneficial to customers who don’t have access to net metering. If your state or energy provider doesn’t provide net metering, batteries can be a great way to offset consumption even when your panels aren’t producing power. They also come with the added benefit of providing electricity through blackouts, so they’re valuable in areas prone to severe weather that could cause frequent blackouts. Your installer can help you decide if batteries are worthwhile.

While you can minimally overshoot the number of solar panels you need for your home, it's not smart to go too far. Not only is the extra cost unnecessary, but your state may put caps on how much energy your home can produce and send back to the grid. It is always best to work with a solar energy professional to determine the best system size for you.

Learn about common solar blockers in your area to determine how often you should wash solar panels and the best cleaning method:

  • Soot: If you have a fireplace, soot can disperse and accumulate on the solar panels.

  • Debris, dirt, and leaves: These natural elements require light cleaning. Being close to trees or living in a desert area can cause more of these to accumulate.

  • Pollen: Areas with a high pollen count require more frequent solar panel cleaning, and sticky plant material requires a deeper cleaning.

  • Bird droppings: Bird droppings are binding and more difficult to remove. Keep this in mind if you live near a lot of surrounding trees. 

Yes, it is possible to install solar panels on a tar and gravel roof, but it is not the ideal roofing material for a solar installation. The process requires roof penetrations to install the solar racking system. While installers will seal these penetrations, they still increase the risk of leaks. This risk is higher on tar and gravel roofs, which are often flat. Flat roofs are more prone to leaks than sloped roofs because they can pool water during heavy rain and hold snow for longer periods, exposing the roof to more moisture.

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