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Q: Should I buy a solar battery or a generator?

• <div><p>If you&rsquo;re deciding between a <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/solar-batteries-vs-generators.htm">solar battery versus a generator</a> for the best backup power solution, you can take a few factors into consideration. Solar batteries are quiet while generators can be quite loud. Generators have a lower up-front cost, but they require fuel and ongoing maintenance while solar batteries are more expensive but don&rsquo;t have many ongoing costs. </p></div>

Q: What questions should I ask a solar panel company before hiring?

• <div><p>There are a few qualifying questions you should ask a <a href="https://www.angi.com/nearme/install-solar-panels/">local solar panel company</a> before hiring them:</p><ul><li><p>Will you handle permits for the installation?</p></li><li><p>Does your total price include the equipment and labor?</p></li><li><p>How long do you expect the installation process to take?</p></li><li><p>What kind of workmanship warranty do you include with your installations?</p></li><li><p>Who should I contact if I have a problem with my system after installation?</p></li><li><p>Do you install the panels or outsource the work to third parties?</p></li><li><p>Will you file for solar incentives for me?</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

Q: Do you have to climb on the roof to install solar tubing?

• <div><p>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 <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-learn-ladder-safety.htm">safe ladder practices</a>. If you&rsquo;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.</p></div>

Q: Is installing solar panels worth it?

• <div><p>Installing solar panels is worth it if you&rsquo;re frustrated with paying high utility bills, live in a sunny location, and qualify for tax credits and incentives. Most homeowners cut between $650 and $1,500 from their utility bills each year by installing solar panels. Over the course of your panel&rsquo;s warranty, you could save anywhere from $16,300 to $37,500, though those in sunny areas with high energy costs could save more than $100,000. </p></div>

Q: What other projects should I do at the same time as installing a new subpanel?

• <div><ul><li><p>Installing a new electrical meter box</p></li><li><p>Replacing your meter base</p></li><li><p>Replacing your service entrance cable </p></li></ul><p>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. </p><p>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.</p></div>

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Reviewed in September 2026
Easy company to deal with . Will hire them again for my next home project
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Reviewed in October 2025
F I was very satisfied with my electrical panel upgrade and additional out let's in my home very professional and got it done right by the city inspection . Will use them in the future for my electrical needs thanks .RODNEY, john I was very satisfied with fielder electrical services they...
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Reviewed in August 2024
The crew was incredible. They came out on a Sunday morning assesed the damage, got a crane and a crew here and removed a 70 foot tall tree from roof. It was not in an easy spot and they were very carerful to avoid further damage. They billed my insurance directly and made the process very easy.
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Reviewed in June 2024
This company is absolutely amazing ! Our neighbors highly recommended them to us & we are so glad they did! Not only were they prompt & reliable but they were very thorough & more than competitive! They gave us options & got the job done! They also checked in with us later to...
Diagnostic Heating & Cooling LLC
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Reviewed in March 2024
We had a wonderful experience with Jackson Solar, and highly recommend them to anyone interested in adding solar. Fantastic service from beginning to end.
Jackson Solar LLC
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Reviewed in November 2023
Bath Planet brings quality, service and great design with every project of theirs. They remodeled an amazing bathroom for our family. They listened to our needs and ideas but added in their expertise to create a beautiful, yet perfectly designed area. We would highly recommend them to others...
Perfect Choice Home Solutions
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Reviewed in July 2023
Very professional company. On time, courteous, and efficient.. Installed 5 lights and a ceiling fan including assembly. Wore gloves and was very conscientious not to mark any painted surfaces. Would not hesitate to hire them.
Power Up Electrical Contractors, LLC
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Reviewed in October 2022
The Cita Van Lines, Inc were very quick considering everything we had. They handled our things with care, and had excellent customer service!!
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Reviewed in December 2021
I would hire them again if needed.
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Reviewed in November 2021
I had a very good experience, from the estimate to the application of the tint. It was done timely and everyone was courteous and answered any questions that I had. I should have had this done years ago. It would have prevented the sun damage I now have to my furnishings. I am very happy with it.
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"Gentleman who owns Solarize was professional and courteous. He communicated well with the manufacturer and convinced them that a replacement inverter was needed based on the data he saw and the manufacturer had seen. It's what we were hoping for."

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"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!"

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Serving Venice, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

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"Extremely professional! Definitely hire for your solar installation! Save the planet! Go Solar!!"

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"I recommend to all my friends and family! 10/10 service!"

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Serving Venice, IL and surrounding areas

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"They are in the process of sending out an engineer"

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In business since 1954

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"On time, hard working and courteous"

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Response time3 days

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Recommended by91%of homeowners

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In business since 2006

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"The team was great and sent pictures daily to keep me updated on their progress. I was impressed up front when they sent documentation with being asked showing they are properly insured. The roof came with a warranty and a lien release form showing all services were paid for."

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Serving Venice, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

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"They were very communicative throughout the process. They were all professional, experienced and knowledgeable."

Response time2 days

Recommended by60%of homeowners

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Serving Venice, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1990

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"It turned out good. It took them a long time to get the gift card to me but other than that everything went fine. Every time I talked to somebody I would tell them it's an Angie's List Big Deal and I think that some place along the line somebody didn't pay attention to that. I don't know if there's a commission involved on the other end or something, so I had to call back two or three times to get it all finished up and get the gift card and I think they even had to have a refund. It was a little bit of a hustle. It took a lot of time for the right person to get what I needed."

Recommended by74%of homeowners

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Solar Panels questions, answered by experts

If you’re deciding between a solar battery versus a generator for the best backup power solution, you can take a few factors into consideration. Solar batteries are quiet while generators can be quite loud. Generators have a lower up-front cost, but they require fuel and ongoing maintenance while solar batteries are more expensive but don’t have many ongoing costs.

There are a few qualifying questions you should ask a local solar panel company before hiring them:

Will you handle permits for the installation?
Does your total price include the equipment and labor?
How long do you expect the installation process to take?
What kind of workmanship warranty do you include with your installations?
Who should I contact if I have a problem with my system after installation?
Do you install the panels or outsource the work to third parties?
Will you file for solar incentives for me?

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.

Installing solar panels is worth it if you’re frustrated with paying high utility bills, live in a sunny location, and qualify for tax credits and incentives. Most homeowners cut between $650 and $1,500 from their utility bills each year by installing solar panels. Over the course of your panel’s warranty, you could save anywhere from $16,300 to $37,500, though those in sunny areas with high energy costs could save more than $100,000.

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.

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