"Everything was very timely, and as you know, often call backs are hard to get from contractors. When I called for an estimate, a response from the office was within minutes and the Technician (Ryan) was there the next day to meet me and to do the estimate. The office called me 40 minutes ahead of time to let me know he was on his way. The Technician on sight was very cordial, listened, answered any questions that I had and as a result, he explained in detail just what they were going to do. An estimate was immediately given on sight. Afterwards, I had a couple of more questions, so I called the office and spoke with the owner, Josh. He was very easy to talk to and took all the time that was needed to answer my other questions. After it was decided that they were awarded the job, the Technician (Elliott) and his crew (Aaron and Zack) were there the very next morning to do the work. Again, they called me ahead of time to let me know they were on their way. The job went very well from start to clean-up. Elliott, Aaron, and Zack worked great together. From my experience, I have no doubt that I would hire Seaside Plumbing again and recommend them to anyone. A big thumbs up on this one for which I am grateful. Thank you Seaside."
"Absolutely incredible. I have a roof with a 50 year warranty and solar panels that eliminated my electric bill to the point where I only pay to stay attached to the grid"
"Excellent service from beginning to end. My favorite part was the consultation where I saw exactly what I was going to save monthly and over the long term. Also, a lot of solar consults I went through did not explain SRECs, very important to know about!"
"Jim Stephens was great! We contacted him late at night and he was here the next day. He thought it was the garbage disposal and so it was. He carries them on his truck so there was no delay! He ran the disposal, faucet and dishwasher to ensure all lines were secure. Jim is responsive, efficient, clean working, affordable and friendly! Thank you Jim!"
"Had to cancel because one TV always froze after about 5 minutes, and they were never able to fix it. They did try several times and let us out of the contract since they could not provide full service. I would gladly use them again if they could figure out that technical problem, which apparently is rare in their experience. "
"I am very pleased with the quality and affordability of the sump pump install by Chris. Clean, organized, professional. AAA+++ I highly recommend Air Temp Solutions."
"Very good, almost great. The install team arrived on time, confirmed work order & started the job. In about 4.5 hrs, power was applied & we started to get heat. A quick overview of the HAVC system was given, balance paid all questions answered and there were smiles on most faces. The sales person described the operation of the new HAVC to be quieter than current system and it is. However, the term quieter was not expressed in db difference so a service tech came out and was able to discuss the issue. The whole evolution was a positive event and we will gladly refer Orbit Energy & Power LLC, as a HAVC company that I will work with again."
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.
The actual time it takes to construct the solar farm is relatively short, taking between 2 and 4 months on average. That timeline is dependent on site conditions, crew size, and the overall size of the solar farm.
However, the time it takes to get the ball rolling is significantly longer, ranging from 3 to 5 years. With a project of this scale, you’ll need to obtain all of the proper permits and approvals to start breaking ground, and depending on your location, that could be an extended process.
Rooftop solar panels supply energy to a single household, where a solar farm can power multiple homes at once with clean energy. Residential rooftop solar panels cost more per watt with a lower project total, and those panels only service the residence they are installed on (in most circumstances). With a solar farm, multiple households can buy into the project and share the overall cost.
There are a few great questions to ask a solar contractor or inspector when you speak to them. You’ll probably want to find out about the energy yield and efficiency of your array, ensuring the actual output matches the amount you calculated when installing the array in the first place. It’s also a good idea to find out about any damage or wear and tear on the array and to inquire about how soon you need to make repairs or replacements to essential components.
The average cost to install solar panels is around $27,000, with most homeowners paying between $4,500 and $54,000. These prices don’t consider the federal investment tax credit (ITC), which can reduce costs by up to 30%. The final price depends on several factors, including the size of the system needed to offset your energy consumption, the amount of sunlight your home receives, your geographical location, the type and brand of panels, labor costs, and any add-on products like solar batteries or electric vehicle (EV) chargers. It is recommended to get price quotes from at least three solar companies in your area to find the best deal.
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