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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: 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: 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&rsquo;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&rsquo;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>

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: Are solar panels covered by insurance?

• <div><p>In most cases, solar panels are covered by homeowners insurance because they are considered a permanently attached part of the home, and you may not need additional coverage. However, it is essential to read the fine print of your specific policy to understand the extent of the coverage, as some policies might only cover certain types of damage, such as hail. Always check with your insurance provider before installing solar panels to ensure your policy provides adequate coverage for your investment.</p></div>

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Last update on May 26, 2025

Reviewed in May 2025
Had a have pool lights replaced. Provided excellent service and will definitely use again. Would highly recommend.
ETX Pool Pro's
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Reviewed in December 2024
We hired Brian and Bill to build a pad for a new shop. They are Very friendly, did what they said they would do. Did not try and charge me additional fees for anything. Made sure we were happy before leaving. We would hire them again.
Bill's Mulching & Excavation LLC
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Reviewed in November 2024
These guys are phenomenal! We ALSO had clearing of trees, taking down old storage buildings, fence row clearing . . anything we needed! Great work ethic &amp;amp; listens to what you need/has great ideas too! I would love attach photos if I could. Please send link to do so if allowed! ...
Holt Customs LLC
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Reviewed in January 2024
Phoenix came out and installed a new 50 Amp outlet for our camper! Very professional and exceptional quality! Would definitely recommend for any electrical work!
Fenix Electric
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Reviewed in September 2023
Great customer service! Jacob went above and beyond to make sure our new fence for our new build was exactly what we wanted. Highly recommend this company for all of your fencing needs!
Parker Construction and Fence, LLC
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Reviewed in June 2023
Terrible company. Have been grossly underproducing since the day the panels were installed. Company has a production guarantee but so far I am at 8 months, 38 emails and several phone calls and cannot get the approx. $900.00 refund owed to me. Buyer beware, check BBB reviews and you will see!!
O3 Energy Solutions
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Reviewed in June 2023
They are the only company I allow to work on my projects. When you consider their experience, expertise and dependability, there is no other choice for us. The only areas I use an outside source, is for roofing, major electric and major plumbing. The quality of their work is outstanding.
C&S Construction
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Reviewed in June 2022
We were very pleased and impressed with Lone Star Tree Service. They were very responsive, courteous and experienced. They exceeded our expectations for sure. We will definitely use them again and very highly recommended. Thank you!
Lone Star Lawn & Tree Service
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Reviewed in July 2020
We had an awesome experience with Tony and his crew at Ratliff Renovation. We hired them to replace the original windows and upgrade the electrical panel in our old farm house. He was punctual, stuck to the timeline, kept us up to date through the entire process and was very responsive when we...
Ratliff Painting & Repair
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Reviewed in June 2020
Horrible! The contractor would tell me a time he would arrive at a certain time and never arrive on time. I would have to contact him most of the time to see if he was coming and when. Let him work at night and didn't complete the work he said he would when he was working at night. I have a room...
Ross Custom contracting
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Eastex Solar LLC

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Serving Van, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

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We invite you to experience a tradition of customer satisfaction that will exceed your greatest expectations. Our professionalism and quality workmanship will accurately reflect your taste and lifestyle. From conception to completion, we work with you until the job is done. We are ethical, honest, and easy to communicate with. \n\nCall us today you'll be pleased you did. Thank you\n

Response time3 days

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ODYSSEY PLUMBING COMPANY

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Serving Van, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

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"Jake was prompt and friendly. They are reasonably priced. I will definitely use them again in the future."

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Serving Van, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

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Tesla Energy provides an all‑in‑one solar‑plus‑storage solution for your home. Sleek, high‑efficiency solar panels paired with Powerwall help you save on electricity bills and protect your homes from outages. The Tesla app gives you real-time visibility into your energy production, usage and savings—and lets you earn money by supporting the grid through Tesla's Virtual Power Plant. Every system is engineered and installed end‑to‑end by Tesla, delivering a modern aesthetic and the confidence that your home is powered by the most advanced renewable energy ecosystem. With our Price Match Guarantee and exclusive incentives, you can be confident you're getting the best value in home energy.

Serving Van, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 1985

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"I would very highly recommend Sunpower for your solar and battery design and installation - superior solar panel and battery products - absolutely excellent solar panel and electrical installation teams - wonderful customer service support."

SunVault™ Storage Helps Keep the Lights On

Recommended by84%of homeowners

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Serving Van, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

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"I had 25 LG solar panels installed by Sunpro this year and they did a fantastic job. The communication was great and the install crew was very professional. It's been awesome watching our electric bill go down!"

Recommended by89%of homeowners

Serving Van, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 1985

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"Installation by local company, Mendocino Solar, was great. Continuing Service when needed has been great as well."

Recommended by87%of homeowners

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Independent Powur Consultant

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Serving Van, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

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

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Serving Van, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We help home owners and businesses save money on their monthly and annual utility costs by building a custom solar system that will produce all of the energy that home or business needs. In almost all cases the monthly cost to own a solar system is more cost efficient than the average electric bill. \n\n- No down payments or any upfront cost whatsoever\n\n- 25 year full system warranty\n\n- Battery Storage Options Available\n\n- Tesla Certified Installer\n\n- 26% Solar Tax Credit (If applicable)\n\n- We are a TEXAS based company\n\nText, email, or call me for a quote!\nChad Burnett\nSenior Consultant - Texas\n504-330-5799\[email protected]\n\nDigital Business Card: https://app.repcard.com/chadburnett

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Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Serving Van, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

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We provide residential and commercial solar power options, and provide support services for industry partner companies. We offer no cost consultations and $0 down financing. Please contact our office for a consultation at (931)922-8258.

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Serving Van, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

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Warranties offered

"Exceptional customer service. Superb quality of systems available and very esthetically pleasing. They were quiet and very clean being respectful of my home, property and neighbors. Bobby took the time to educate me on the system and followed up to ensure I understood everything I needed to know. Sales people to the technician were extraordinary. Pro Solar really cares about their customers. I absolutely recommend this company without hesitation."

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Solar Panels questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

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.

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.

In most cases, solar panels are covered by homeowners insurance because they are considered a permanently attached part of the home, and you may not need additional coverage. However, it is essential to read the fine print of your specific policy to understand the extent of the coverage, as some policies might only cover certain types of damage, such as hail. Always check with your insurance provider before installing solar panels to ensure your policy provides adequate coverage for your investment.

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