"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.
Solar shingles and solar panels are not the same. While solar shingles use the same technology as traditional solar panels, they integrate with your existing roof. That means they are used to build your roof instead of simply resting on top of it. When comparing solar shingles and solar panels, it's helpful to know that solar shingles are more aesthetically pleasing than solar roof panels. They also do better in harsh weather due to limited uplift from strong winds.
Yes, you can connect an inverter directly to your solar panels without solar battery storage if your home is connected to the power grid. However, most pros don’t recommend a direct connection because solar panels don’t put out steady voltage. It’s always best to install a charge controller between your solar panel and your inverter to regulate the flow of energy and ensure a stable power supply.
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.
Installing a new electrical meter box
Replacing your meter base
Replacing your service entrance cable
The cost to install or upgrade an electrical meter box ranges from $100 to $650, including $50 to $250 for the unit. The meter base passes the power from your electric company to your panel. The cost to replace a meter base is roughly $50 to $250.
Service entrance cables are electrical cables with multiple wires, bringing power from electrical companies to residential buildings. The cost to replace a service entrance cable ranges roughly from $1,000 to $1,500.
The Seaford, DE homeowners’ guide to solar panel services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
There are a few factors to consider when it comes to solar panel repair costs. This guide breaks down the prices of solar panel removal, repair, and replacement.
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