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Sun Kiss Solar
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Serving Hilmar, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1999

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"Others wanted weeks to come out to just diagnose the problem. I talked to Jon on a Friday and he came out on Monday. He diagnosed the problem to be the inverter which was under warranty. Jon handled all the warranty stuff and replaced it the next day it arrived. We added some panels to optimize my inverter capacity. So it is now fixed and producing more power than before. I highly recommend Sun Kiss Solar."
Response time2 days
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Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Sunrun Inc
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Serving Hilmar, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The #1 home solar & battery company in America. We know going solar can be complicated. We are here as your expert guide every step of the way. With our customers, we are creating a planet run by the sun. Unrivaled home solar and battery experience\nWith 900,000 homes and counting, no one has more installation expertise.Smart technology\nAn ecosystem of innovative products that put you in control of your home energy needs. Payment solutions for every home\nTailored plans including predictable monthly payments, little-to-no money down, and no-debt options. The Sunrun Guarantee\nThe industry's most comprehensive repairs, maintenance & monitoring program.\n"

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Mega Power Electric, Inc
5.0(
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Serving Hilmar, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mega Power Electric is an excellent company to work with. Gary and his team are knowledgeable, honest, and will go out of their way to get the job done right. We installed panels and solar battery storage unit in our home and we're reaping the benefits of being clean and green."
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All Starr Electric and Solar, LLC
4.8(
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Serving Hilmar, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mr. Eli Cornett is extremely knowledgeable and is willing to share his knowledge with the customer. Very dependable, works with the customer's schedule and his word is trustworthy. I will absolutely call on Eli again as my electrical needs develop. Thank you Eli. We are so happy to have found you."
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Response time2 days
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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RCI Solar, Inc.
4.4(
52
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Serving Hilmar, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It took my HOA more than a month to approve my project. It took RCI Solar only 2 days to install my solar panels along with a generator sub-panel! Watching that PG&E meter spin backward is the most beautiful thing I have seen today. Solar installs this year are eligible for a rebate, do not wait for next year."
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Response time1 day
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Solar Panels questions, answered by experts

No, you cannot turn on a new solar system before inspection. The inspector checks that the system is correctly connected to the grid and that safety components and features are in place. This process prevents problems on the electrical grid and offers protection against fire in your home. 

Your local utility company may also require inspection documentation before you can connect to the grid. An inspection can ensure solar power efficiency and determine how you might increase it.

Ideally, you want to place them facing true south. This is different from what a compass shows, which is called the magnetic south. You can find true south by using an online calculator as long as you know the longitude and latitude of your property. Solar panel placement is key to maximizing the energy you generate, so this is an important step.

Although solar panels harness the sun's power, they come at an environmental cost. The manufacturing process requires large amounts of water and involves hazardous materials like cadmium, silicon, and gallium arsenide. These materials don’t pose safety hazards while the panels are in use but can pose a problem when left in landfills. Over time, hazardous materials can leach into the environment. This is why recycling solar panels whenever possible is better than taking them to landfills.

The best way to save money on solar panels is to take advantage of federal and state solar incentives. For example, the solar investment tax credit (ITC) offered by the federal government can save 30% of your total—if you can take the entire credit, which is based on income taxes owed—or an average of around $9,000. You can check the Database of State Incentives for Renewables and Efficiency (DSIRE) for state and local incentives that could save you even more.

Removing solar panels can be straightforward, but it’s not necessarily a simple process. Your contractor needs to prevent damage—not only to your panels but also to your roof and electrical system. Many systems are wired into the main electrical grid, and you’ll need to hire a licensed electrician to disconnect it.

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