"Tim, the owner, came over to review what we needed. He ordered a new inverter, was very communicative and installed the new inverter once it was received. We could not be happier with the service Tim and Sunivation Solar provided for us, and we will not hesitate to call them back should we need anything again. Tim was extremely kind, very thorough and just did an excellent overall job. Thank you!!"
"Grateful for Larry and the entire Surge Solar team. I am confident I made the right choice with them. If you have not looked into solar yet in Illinois you should!"
"My thermostat panel burned out. I was under warranty, fortunately. The panel was no longer being made so they replaced it with an upgraded thermostat panel at no cost. All I paid for was Labor. I have been using FourSeasons for many years and although they are a bit pricey, they are very professional and always get the job done. They also replaced the Circuit board on my furnace at no cost."
"We met Don at a home expo show. We setup the appointment for that same week and he showed up on time. He was able to schedule an evening consultation so I would not have to miss work. His company worked with both GE and Generac, however GE had a better warranty, it is a smaller, more efficient unit and it allowed us to move 10 breakers over to the new switch panel compared to the Generac 8 KW model which only allowed for 8 breakers. His quote was very concise and he explained that there would be additional costs bared by us that would be outside the quote. These additional costs were village permit costs and the possibility of needing an updated gas meter installed, which we did. At least it was nice knowing these extra costs were involved before signing a contract and being blind sided. The unit with installation came in around $3,900 and we added an oil heater for $300 since we live near Chicago and the winters can be harsh. After signing our contract, we had to wait a few weeks while our gas company looked over our appliances to determine if we needed a new gas meter, which we did (cost about $100). Don gave us the form to send to the gas company where I had to go around the house and list all gas appliances and their BTUs. As soon as the new gas meter was installed and the permit was pulled they were able to schedule us within a week. Our installation took 2 days. The first day the electrician came out and did just about all of the electric work. He returned the next morning to finish up for an hour or two. Then the gas man came out in the afternoon to finish the connection. He even gave us a new T connection with shutoff valve for our propane grill which I have converted into natural gas. After the hookup was complete, he tested the unit and showed me all the essential things I need to know about the unit and the switch panel. The entire crew was very professional and did everything right. They made sure not to track any dirt or mud into the house, they cleaned up after themselves and they worked hard to get the job done right and quickly. I would definitely recommend them to anyone interested in purchasing a generator for their house."
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"The detail they took was amazing and very professional. We worked primarily with Art Meyer who was very helpful in recommendations, placement and approach. I would highly recommend the solar tubes as it brightens up two stairways so much better. They have never leaked and only needed one minor adjustment a few month after. They responded very quickly to make the adjustment. If you are thinking solar tubes, go with the larger size if you can. "
"Working with Spence was a great experience and everything went very smoothly. Happy with my solar results and highly recommend to anyone looking to make the switch"
"Thorough discussion of what is wanted or needed. No hard sell. Stayed connected and showed up on time with a large crew. We planned on installing a ceiling fan in the future and figured it would have to be done before the installation was done. Austin agreed and said if we bought the fan he would get someone it. We did and the ceiling fan was installed PERFECTLY the same day as the installation. Energy rebates were applied to billing. Also, you work directly with the owner at all phases."
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Yes, you have to get on the roof to cut a hole for solar tubing. It's not possible to complete the job from inside your house by simply cutting through the ceiling. So if you want to go the DIY route, remember to use safe ladder practices. If you’re not comfortable climbing on your roof to install solar tubes, hire a pro who has the tools and expertise to do the job safely.
Depending on the climate in your area, the best time to install solar panels is either winter or early spring. Summer is a fine time to install panels, too, but it tends to be the busy season, so prices may be higher and companies may have packed schedules. The installation process can take more time than expected between getting permits and finalizing a design, so start as soon as you can.
You can install solar panels on a metal roof, but it will require some additional thought and care versus a traditional asphalt shingle roof. That’s because heat dissipates off a metal roof differently than asphalt or wood, so you may need to space the panels further from the roof. However, a pro can help you with the details and provide a safe and effective installation.
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.
The Dekalb, IL homeowners’ guide to solar panel services
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