Making a Contract
When you’re ready to sign a contract, there are a few things you should look for. Among these are the following:
• Expectations for financing
• Expectations for ownership
• Expectations for performance
• Entities that may collect information about your electricity output and consumption
• Businesses with access to your electricity production and usage data
If this information is not clearly mentioned in the contract, you should approach the contractor for clarification. Never sign anything you are not sure about!
9. Do you have faith in your contractor?
A solar power system installation is both a house renovation and an electrical undertaking. This is why, before beginning your search for the proper contractor, you ensure that they have the necessary credentials.
For example, inquiring if they have North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners (NABCEP) accreditation is an excellent place to start. Choosing a contractor who you believe will be there in the long run, is also a significant consideration. While there is little care necessary, if something breaks, you want your contractor to be there to repair it under warranty.
10. Did you choose the most affordable options?
Cheaper solar panels are almost never better solar panels.While the cost of solar panels has decreased dramatically over the last decade, purchasing the cheapest models or brands can leave you in the dark.
Cheaper or lower-end solar panels are frequently produced in a way that reduces their durability. When solar panels are less robust, their investment value and potential future savings are reduced.
The frightening issue is that these lower-quality panels can sometimes be harmful, posing safety risks. The last thing you want is for a fire to start in your home as a result of poor-quality solar panels.
As a consumer, it is critical to invest time and money in installing the proper solar panels. They will endure longer and provide a considerably better return in the long term.
11. What about warranties?
Warranties are an essential part of safeguarding your solar panels and other connected equipment. If something goes wrong with your solar panels, having a warranty allows you to hold the manufacturer accountable – at no extra expense to you.
There are several incentive programs (available in a variety of jurisdictions) that require you to obtain a warranty on your solar equipment. These programs will not accept your application if you do not have a warranty.