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WireOne, LLC
4.0(
327
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Solar Panels For Electric System - Repair

Serving Ames, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Keith from WireOne came out the next day and installed a ceiling fan and light in my great room (20' ceiling). He was quick and friendly while being professional and did a great job. I would hire them again!"
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Lighting
Custom Lighting
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+13

Response time11 hrs
264 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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Bedwell Builders
5.0(
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Solar Water Heater System - InstallSolar Water Heater System - Install - For BusinessSolar Water Heater System - Repair+1 more

Serving Ames, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Needed the electrical service on my Shop replaced, called Bedwell Builders and they were quick to get me a quote, and replace the panel. Went above and beyond and worked with my schedule. Will hire again to do other projects when needed. 100% recommended"
Response time1 day
Response rate100%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Bedwell Builders
5.0(
20
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Solar Water Heater System - InstallSolar Water Heater System - Install - For BusinessSolar Water Heater System - Repair+1 more

Serving Ames, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Needed the electrical service on my Shop replaced, called Bedwell Builders and they were quick to get me a quote, and replace the panel. Went above and beyond and worked with my schedule. Will hire again to do other projects when needed. 100% recommended"
Response time1 day
Recommended by45%of homeowners
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Des Moines Area Roofing
4.8(
275
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Solar Panel InstallSolar Panels For Electric System - Install - For BusinessSolar Panels For Electric System - Repair+1 more

Serving Ames, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"From the beginning to the end we had excellent customer service. Jan, office manager, kept us informed every day on the progress of the job. The owner, Tim, was very courteous, informative, and easy to work with. The last day finishing up the skylight the derecho hit and they worked quickly and safely to remove the equipment off the property. I'm sure they remember that day! The crew on the roof were excellent and they were meticulous in the final clean-up stage. We are pleased with our new skylights!"
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Recommended by99%of homeowners
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Jenson Electric, LLC.
4.4(
7
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Solar Panel Install

Serving Ames, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were great to work with. Dana completely understood my project and sent me a very fair bid the next day. The work was completed the following week, exactly as promised. Dean and AJ were great; very knowledgeable and friendly. I will definitely call Jensen with future electrical needs."
Response time3 days
Response rate100%
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Solar Panels questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

Homeowners replace their solar panels after 25 years. That said, you don’t necessarily need to replace them at the 25-year mark. You’ll notice a declining ability to produce electricity over time. Most homeowners spring for a replacement when they notice their energy bills creeping up to regular levels or when solar panel repairs are extensive, frequent, and no longer economical.

In most cases, solar panels are covered by homeowners insurance because they are considered a permanently attached part of the home, and you may not need additional coverage. However, it is essential to read the fine print of your specific policy to understand the extent of the coverage, as some policies might only cover certain types of damage, such as hail. Always check with your insurance provider before installing solar panels to ensure your policy provides adequate coverage for your investment.

The average homeowner needs around 22 solar panels, but the exact number depends on your monthly energy consumption. Your solar professional should size your array to offset your consumption, meaning you’ll need fewer panels if you use below-average amounts of electricity, or more than 22 if you use above-average amounts of electricity. The number of panels also depends on the output of each panel. The average is around 400 watts, but you might need more panels if you install less capable equipment. Since there are so many variables, you should have a professional size your system.

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