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Q: Does making solar panels harm the environment?

• <div><p>Although solar panels harness the sun's power, they come at an environmental cost. The manufacturing process requires large amounts of water and involves hazardous materials like cadmium, silicon, and gallium arsenide. These materials don&rsquo;t pose safety hazards while the panels are in use but can pose a problem when left in landfills. Over time, hazardous materials can leach into the environment. This is why recycling solar panels whenever possible is better than taking them to landfills.</p></div>

Q: How can I save money on solar panels?

• <div><p>The best way to save money on solar panels is to take advantage of <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/am-i-eligible-energy-efficiency-tax-credit.htm">federal and state solar incentives</a>. For example, the solar investment tax credit (ITC) offered by the federal government can save 30% of your total&mdash;if you can take the entire credit, which is based on income taxes owed&mdash;or an average of around <b>$9,000</b>. You can check the Database of State Incentives for Renewables and Efficiency (DSIRE) for state and local incentives that could save you even more.</p></div>

Q: How many hours of sunlight do you need for solar panels?

• <div><p>Solar panels should get at least four to six hours of direct sunlight daily. It&rsquo;s even better if sunlight reaches panels between the peak hours of 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. This is enough to power a home, depending on your solar system&rsquo;s size and energy needs. Remember that panels will generate some power under cloudy skies or in the shade, and many systems compensate for lower sun exposure by drawing energy from the grid or battery storage.</p></div>

Q: How many solar panels do you need to run a solar well pump?

• <div><p>Solar well pumps range from needing 200 watts of power to as much as 12,000 watts for heavy-duty pumps. Since the most common and cost-friendly solar panels are 100-watt panels, you&rsquo;ll need between two and 12 panels. The average is between two and eight panels for standard pumps. Based on the average cost of solar panels (<b>$1 to $1.50 per watt</b>), you&rsquo;d pay between <b>$200 and $1,800</b> for your well pump solar panels&mdash;not including installation.</p></div>

Q: Can you put too many solar panels on your house?

• <div><p>While you can minimally overshoot the number of solar panels you need for your home, it's not smart to go too far. Not only is the extra cost unnecessary, but your state may put caps on how much energy your home can produce and send back to the grid. It is always best to work with a solar energy professional to determine the best system size for you.</p></div>

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Last update on June 05, 2026

Reviewed in June 2026
The work work done perfectly and the the Pres himself, Chris was here to oversee the job is done well.. we have encountered some issues with regards to the wrong mapping of the panels but with Chris perseverance and knowledge of the job we were able to fix the issues..highly recommended..
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Reviewed in January 2025
I had a standby generator with an automatic transfer switch installed as well as another sub panel in my garage with some exterior outlets. They provided me a bid within a day of coming out. Completed the whole job in a day and a half, and did it all while keeping the finished product...
Wire Nuts, LLC
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Reviewed in October 2024
I recently hired K and D Cleaners to clean our solar panels and I could not be happier with the results! From start to finish the experience was the best! Seamless and professional
K&D Power Cleaners
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Reviewed in June 2024
I was really impressed with the level of service I received from Kirby Electric. Taryn was very responsive and helpful when my dryer all of a sudden quit working. He determined that when my solar panels were installed, the line for my dryer had been knocked out of the breaker, and he was able...
Kirby Electric
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Reviewed in March 2023
Throughout the procedure, I was in constant contact with the team at Momentum Solar. They supplied all the details, including when they would be coming to assess the work and how my roof would appear after solar panels have been placed. I highly appreciate their outstanding services and...
Momentum Solar
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Reviewed in January 2023
After our HOA did a hatchet job moving our Electrical panel, I called Rockin' A Electric to come and and fix the problem. The entire process was stress free! The Electricians were professional and took the time to listen to us and did exactly what we wanted! I could not be happier. We will use...
Rockin A Electric, LLC
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Reviewed in September 2022
I needed a defective electrical panel replaced. They came in and got the job done in one day with minimal damage to my wall. Very polite and friendly. Would highly recommend this company. They will be my first call for all my electrical needs.
Jaeger Electrical
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Reviewed in May 2020
I had this company do work on my previous residence, a mobile home. It is one of the few companies that is certified to work on mobile home. My current home had the electrical system and panel updated. Each electrician I have worked with were willing to answer all of my questions in a...
The Happy Outlet, LLC
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Reviewed in November 2019
Nice to find someone how cleans solar panels!
Zoe Solar and Window Cleaning
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Reviewed in September 2019
Aron and Richard ran lines from our sub panel in our guest bedroom out to the garage today. It seemed like a really challenging job, with multiple unexpected obstacles such as PVC, ducting, and studs. They worked hard ALL DAY drilling and fishing lines, troubleshooting and using their combined...
Point Loma Electric Plumbing Heating & Air
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Riley Plumbing & Heating

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"Two years ago Riley Plumbing and Heating replaced the corroded galvanized water pipe from the street meter to my house, so I was very surprised to have another water leak in the back yard last month. Riley Plumbing came out again, and found that the new leak was due to another corroded galvanized pipe that was supplying water to the back yard irrigation system. They replaced this pipe, tying the water supply to the irrigation system to the water line they installed two years ago. Mike Rojas, Luis Ortiz and Aiden did the work in a professional manner, and left the back yard in good shape for re-seeding this fall. (Hopefully no more corroded pipes in my yard!)"

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Recommended by78%of homeowners

Serving Sun Valley, NV and surrounding areas

In business since 1985

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"I had solar panels installed by SunPower's subcontractor Hooked on Solar in 2020. In 2023 some of the panels were damaged by an electrical outage and surge. It took about 4 months for Hooked on Solar to identify the damaged panels, schedule an appointment to replacement, but finally they fixed the panels."

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"The manager came out and did an energy audit and recommended a couple of different insulating alternatives. They made an appointment to do the job about two weeks later, over a three day period. They arrived on time and worked continuously all three days. They were good (although not perfect) at keeping the house clean as they worked and the house seems to be very well insulated now.
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Independent Powur Consultant

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In business since 2014

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"Amazing, very professional, on-time, clean work,"

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Serving Sun Valley, NV 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 Sun Valley, NV and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

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"I have to credit Palmetto solar for recomending Skyline solar, they both did a great job."

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Dish Network Retailer Satellite Country

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In business since 1990

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"It went very well. Love the service, loved the technician!
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Recommended by74%of homeowners

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Serving Sun Valley, NV and surrounding areas

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"Jimmy was very helpful and answered all my questions about the process and all the steps the installation entailed. He helped me go over all my finance options and followed up for every step. Would definitely recommend."

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"Overall a great experience, the system on the vacation home is working great! Jake helped guide us through the solar buying process and effectively explained all the benefits without pressuring us into buying anything we weren’t comfortable with. Definitely would work with him again."

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Hawthorne Plumbing, Heating & Cooling Reno

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Serving Sun Valley, NV and surrounding areas

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"My technician Anthony Gil was very professional and knowledgeable and explained everything to me and got the job done very quickly and proficiently."

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Solar Panels questions, answered by experts

Although solar panels harness the sun's power, they come at an environmental cost. The manufacturing process requires large amounts of water and involves hazardous materials like cadmium, silicon, and gallium arsenide. These materials don’t pose safety hazards while the panels are in use but can pose a problem when left in landfills. Over time, hazardous materials can leach into the environment. This is why recycling solar panels whenever possible is better than taking them to landfills.

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.

Solar panels should get at least four to six hours of direct sunlight daily. It’s even better if sunlight reaches panels between the peak hours of 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. This is enough to power a home, depending on your solar system’s size and energy needs. Remember that panels will generate some power under cloudy skies or in the shade, and many systems compensate for lower sun exposure by drawing energy from the grid or battery storage.

Solar well pumps range from needing 200 watts of power to as much as 12,000 watts for heavy-duty pumps. Since the most common and cost-friendly solar panels are 100-watt panels, you’ll need between two and 12 panels. The average is between two and eight panels for standard pumps. Based on the average cost of solar panels ($1 to $1.50 per watt), you’d pay between $200 and $1,800 for your well pump solar panels—not including installation.

While you can minimally overshoot the number of solar panels you need for your home, it's not smart to go too far. Not only is the extra cost unnecessary, but your state may put caps on how much energy your home can produce and send back to the grid. It is always best to work with a solar energy professional to determine the best system size for you.

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