The process of a Solar Electric / PV (Photovoltaic) and / or Solar Thermal installation may seem like it's complicated, but it is actually a simple nine-step process carried out for you by Energy Solutions. The nine steps are:
Step One: An Energy Solutions Solar Representative will come to your home to evaluate it for a Solar Electric / PV and or Solar Thermal installation.
Step Two: We will give you an estimate for an installation along with all possible solution choices and you can choose the best option for you.
Step Three: Ordering the equipment. After we receive a deposit, all necessary equipment will be ordered.
Step Four: Energy Solutions will prepare all of your interconnection paperwork for your local utility.
Step Five: We will pull all necessary electrical and building permits for your jurisdiction.
Step Six: As soon as your equipment arrives, which is usually 2-4 weeks, we will schedule the installation. The time for installation depends on the type of installation. A roof mounted system takes 1 to 4 days to install, depending on the size. A ground or pole mounted system will require a longer time frame.
Step Seven: Energy Solutions will set up your monitoring system for your Solar Electric / PV (Photovoltaic) installation
Step Eight: After the installation is complete, we will call the local jurisdiction and utility to complete their inspections. If necessary, the utility may require a new meter to be installed. This process usually takes two to four weeks, but may take up to eight weeks.
Step Nine: As soon as both inspections are completed, and the meter is installed, we can turn your system on, and you will be producing electricity!