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Q: Can I hook up a solar panel directly to a battery?

• <div><p>You shouldn&rsquo;t hook up a solar panel directly to a battery. That can damage the solar battery and your appliances over time. Instead, install a charge controller between your solar panel and solar battery. Charge controllers regulate voltage, prevent overcharging, and minimize the amount of electrical current to protect your battery from voltage spikes.</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>

Q: Can you run a well pump just on solar power?

• <div><p>You&rsquo;ll need to make sure you have a big enough solar panel to meet your well pump&rsquo;s power demands, but you can use solar power to fully operate your well pump. It&rsquo;s also a good idea to have battery storage to hold the solar power so you can still use your well pump after dark.</p></div>

Q: Can you put solar on a tar and gravel roof?

• <div><p>Yes, it is possible to install solar panels on a tar and gravel roof, but it is not the ideal roofing material for a solar installation. The process requires roof penetrations to install the solar racking system. While installers will seal these penetrations, they still increase the risk of leaks. This risk is higher on tar and gravel roofs, which are often flat. Flat roofs are more prone to leaks than sloped roofs because they can pool water during heavy rain and hold snow for longer periods, exposing the roof to more moisture.</p></div>

Q: How long does it take for solar panels to pay for themselves?

• <div><p>Solar panels can pay for themselves in five to 15 years, depending on the cost of your system, how much energy it generates, whether you qualify for incentives or power buybacks, and the price of energy in your area. Solar panels pay for themselves over time as they lower electricity bills, so it will take time to recoup your initial investment. However, the longer you have your system, the more money you can save and earn.</p></div>

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Last update on June 24, 2026

Reviewed in June 2026
They did a great job with our new sunroom addition! Love it!
Distinctive Design Remodeling, LLC
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Reviewed in September 2024
Miller Electrical ran our service to our shed and then at a later date to our hot tub. Always professional, knowledgeable, reliable, and affordable. Great work, clean installation, and not a single issue even years after having the work done. Very easy to communicate with and schedule, and you...
Miller Electrical Services
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Reviewed in December 2023
Upgraded electrical panel from 100 to 200 amps they didn't pull a permit. When I asked for the aproval sticker from the city, since he wanted the final payment, they filed for the permit and failed the inspection I paid in full when they replaced what was wrong but he charged me an additional...
Lyons Electrical
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Reviewed in November 2023
This company was a friendly, accommodating, professional and competent. I would highly recommend them. They will be doing regular cts and landscaping in the spring.
Kingdom Landscapes and Irrigation, LLC
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Reviewed in July 2023
We also had this company do some landscaping for us and did a great job.
Spears Outdoor Services LLC
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Reviewed in November 2021
Initial contact with David Bailey got us off on the right foot. He had samples of the base and wall panels in multiple colors and finishes. Very knowledgeable about all aspects of walk in shower installations, from base to walls, faucet finishes, glass doors, and grab bars. As far as the...
West Shore Home Lexington
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Reviewed in March 2021
The nightmare is not over. It took months to have the first garage door delivered and the panel with the glass was damaged. The replacement also came in damaged, so we are waiting on another replacement. We hired Precision because they also had a siding contractor that did their trim work....
Precision Overhead Garage Door Service
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Reviewed in December 2020
The best part of Solar is Freedom is the upper management team. When issues arose, they responded personally to ensure that the issues were being addressed or fixed. We had a major hurdle with HOA, which I am fairly certain was really one 'vocal' person in the neighborhood. We got the approval...
Solar Is Freedom
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Reviewed in August 2018
This is our second time working with Comfort Heating and Air, replacing the downstairs system this year after the upstairs system failed last year. I called early Monday morning, and got a call back within the hour. JR came out and checked the system, confirming our old R-22 system had sprung a...
Comfort Heating & Air
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Reviewed in January 2017
Undoubtedly, the worst experience we've ever had with any contractor. For his convenience, our contractor hired Providence to relocate our electrical panel during a renovation. The employee failed to discuss a number of key details upon changing the scope of the original work, which resulted in...
PROVIDENCE ELECTRIC
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Pure Power Solar LLC

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Serving Georgetown, KY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

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We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job

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Tom Drexler Plumbing Air & Electric

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Serving Georgetown, KY and surrounding areas

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In business since 1982

Emergency services offered

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"I had my annual HVAC maintenance check this week. I was greeted by a very friendly and professional employee. His name is Bryan Stephens. He did an excellent job while providing exceptional personal service. I was very pleased with the experience . As long as they keep good employees like Bryan, I will be a lifelong customer!!"

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Renewable Engineered Systems

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Serving Georgetown, KY and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

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"Renewable Engineered Systems installed a solar power station for our home. Lovely ground mount system.

Nice people and fast install."

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Serving Georgetown, KY and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

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

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Serving Georgetown, KY and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

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"We used this company a few years ago to install several solar panels on our roof. We're very happy with the work and our energy bill. It was a smooth process and I would recommend them. We've even hired them to install more."

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Got Your 6 Plumbing LLC

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Serving Georgetown, KY and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

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"Great work...fast, friendly, knowledgeable, and efficient."

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Dish Network Retailer Satellite Country

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Serving Georgetown, KY and surrounding areas

In business since 1990

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"Their price is fair for what we get. You get a lot of channels for the money, compared to the competitors."

Recommended by74%of homeowners

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"Hard working guys! Great work!"

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Fayette Heating & Air || H20 Maestro

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Serving Georgetown, KY and surrounding areas

In business since 1971

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"Inspection revealed issue with electrical component of condenser unit. Quickly fixed. Other small maintenance items of HVAC system. Install of UV lights. Brendan was punctual, polite and efficient."

Recommended by82%of homeowners

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Serving Georgetown, KY and surrounding areas

In business since 1958

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"They were quick, respectful and the price was reasonable. Did everything i asked with courtesy and a smile. Will hire again for all my electrical and plumbing needs. Thanks guys!!"

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Solar Panels questions, answered by experts

You shouldn’t hook up a solar panel directly to a battery. That can damage the solar battery and your appliances over time. Instead, install a charge controller between your solar panel and solar battery. Charge controllers regulate voltage, prevent overcharging, and minimize the amount of electrical current to protect your battery from voltage spikes.

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.

You’ll need to make sure you have a big enough solar panel to meet your well pump’s power demands, but you can use solar power to fully operate your well pump. It’s also a good idea to have battery storage to hold the solar power so you can still use your well pump after dark.

Yes, it is possible to install solar panels on a tar and gravel roof, but it is not the ideal roofing material for a solar installation. The process requires roof penetrations to install the solar racking system. While installers will seal these penetrations, they still increase the risk of leaks. This risk is higher on tar and gravel roofs, which are often flat. Flat roofs are more prone to leaks than sloped roofs because they can pool water during heavy rain and hold snow for longer periods, exposing the roof to more moisture.

Solar panels can pay for themselves in five to 15 years, depending on the cost of your system, how much energy it generates, whether you qualify for incentives or power buybacks, and the price of energy in your area. Solar panels pay for themselves over time as they lower electricity bills, so it will take time to recoup your initial investment. However, the longer you have your system, the more money you can save and earn.

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