Do solar installers need to be licensed or certified?

<div><p>In most states, solar installers need to be licensed and insured as solar professionals, although some states don’t have specific requirements for installers. You can use our <a href="https://www.angi.com/angi-license-check.htm">state licensing tool</a> to check if an installer you’re considering hiring holds the proper licensing. No matter where you live, a member of your solar panel installation company must be a certified electrician to connect your panels to your home and the electric grid.</p></div>

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>

Are solar panels worth it?

<div><p>In most cases, yes, solar panels are well worth the investment. Going solar with your home’s energy is expensive, but, in most states, the panels will pay for themselves by reducing your electric bills. <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-do-solar-panels-work.htm">Solar panels</a> don’t produce greenhouse gasses or other pollutants, meaning you can feel good about using this renewable energy source to power your home. Plus, installing solar panels can boost your home value, helping your profit off your next home sale.</p></div>

Do I need permits for solar panel installation?

<div><p>Yes, solar panel installation will require permits. The required permits will depend on where you live, as some states and cities have solar-specific permits, while others only require electrical permits to connect to the grid. In either case, it’s best to hire a reputable solar installer in your area, as a representative should handle all of the necessary permitting for you and will include the cost of the permits in your initial solar estimate.</p></div>

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Q: How much do solar panels cost?

<div><p>The average <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-it-cost-install-solar-panels.htm">cost to install solar panels</a> is around <b>$26,600</b>, and most homeowners pay between <b>$4,500 and $53,000</b>. Keep in mind that these prices don&rsquo;t consider the federal investment tax credit (ITC), which can effectively reduce those costs by up to 30%. The price you can expect to pay for solar panel installation depends on the size of the system, where you live, the type and brand of panels, and the labor costs. Get price quotes from at least three solar companies in your area to find the best deal.</p></div>

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Reviewed in March 2024
Brennon was very perfessional. He answered all of my questions and showed me how much money I could save. I would do business with him again.
Sosnin Solutions
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Reviewed in December 2015
We had a fabulous experience with SunWind Power. All expectations were met or exceeded. We love the look of our panels and are thrilled with the quality. Jeremy worked with us through every part of the process, and was a pleasure to talk to. He was very responsive by email and phone and...
SunWind Power Systems, Inc
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Reviewed in November 2014
We've been very pleased with the products and we were very pleased with the person who did the work. He was not a hard-sell person. He was not trying to sell us. He could have put up additional panels although I could not have afforded much more but he was honest about the fact that he felt like...
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Reviewed in July 2016
If solar installation were an event in the 2016 Olympics, the team from SunWind Power Systems of Floyds Knobs, Ind., would win the gold medal. Granted, I’m not a real judge in the world’s biggest sports spectacle. To be honest, I have only a dim grasp of athletics. But I am very discriminating...
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Reviewed in June 2012
When the salesman arrived, we determined that our house could actually utilize solar panels. So, we sat down to discuss the costs involved and potential return on investment. Or, so we thought. The salesman ended up giving us a long, drawn out presentation showing the history of the company...
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Mills Electrical Services

4549 Woodlake Run

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Mills Electrical Services

4549 Woodlake Run

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8 years of experience

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With over 10 years experience in the solar industry, Driven Solar is your industry expert in Daviess county an the surrounding areas. We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will assure you we will not leave your property until you are completely satisfied with our work. As a locally owned and operated business you can trust that we will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give us a call today, and we look forward to working with you!

Louisville Mechanical Services

Louisville Mechanical Services

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

35 years of experience

Louisville Mechanical Services is a premier HVAC contractor the state of Kentucky. We specialize commercial boiler, chillers, pumps, custom sheetmetal, industrial piping, pumps, plumbing, building automation, HVAC installs and all the above full service. We take pride in our work and we look forward to doing business with you. Give us a call today to schedule a free quote.

"Best price compare to other companies. Easy to work with. Showed up on time and completed the project in one day! Highly recommend this company. Nice to find honesty in a company."

Amy C on December 2023

"Best price compare to other companies. Easy to work with. Showed up on time and completed the project in one day! Highly recommend this company. Nice to find honesty in a company."

Amy C on December 2023

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We help you save so we can all save. We offer the best Solar for Louisville and Kentucky residents. Ampsmart

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Giving you the information you need for solar panels. Helping you get rid of your electric bill completely and converting you to the next steps of going to independent energy.

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G3 Solar is the leader in residential solar. We specialize in quick install times and customer relationships. Saving you up to 37% on your solar system by cutting out the middle men heavy sales organizations.

"Brennon was very perfessional. He answered all of my questions and showed me how much money I could save. I would do business with him again."

Paula W on March 2024

"Brennon was very perfessional. He answered all of my questions and showed me how much money I could save. I would do business with him again."

Paula W on March 2024

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Here at AE Electrical Solutions we have been in business since 1971 . We have over 400 existing generator customers. In 2023 we installed over 100 standby generators. Just a few big names we work with are : Kroger , Jim Beam , FEMA . AE is Generac Certified and we are licensed electricians. Fully insured!

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Solar panel services FAQs

The average cost to install solar panels is around $26,600, and most homeowners pay between $4,500 and $53,000. Keep in mind that these prices don’t consider the federal investment tax credit (ITC), which can effectively reduce those costs by up to 30%. The price you can expect to pay for solar panel installation depends on the size of the system, where you live, the type and brand of panels, and the labor costs. Get price quotes from at least three solar companies in your area to find the best deal.

In most states, solar installers need to be licensed and insured as solar professionals, although some states don’t have specific requirements for installers. You can use our state licensing tool to check if an installer you’re considering hiring holds the proper licensing. No matter where you live, a member of your solar panel installation company must be a certified electrician to connect your panels to your home and the electric grid.

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?

In most cases, yes, solar panels are well worth the investment. Going solar with your home’s energy is expensive, but, in most states, the panels will pay for themselves by reducing your electric bills. Solar panels don’t produce greenhouse gasses or other pollutants, meaning you can feel good about using this renewable energy source to power your home. Plus, installing solar panels can boost your home value, helping your profit off your next home sale.

Yes, solar panel installation will require permits. The required permits will depend on where you live, as some states and cities have solar-specific permits, while others only require electrical permits to connect to the grid. In either case, it’s best to hire a reputable solar installer in your area, as a representative should handle all of the necessary permitting for you and will include the cost of the permits in your initial solar estimate.

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