Pointers on how to find the right solar panel installation company

Solar panels are attractive right now, except you don't want just any solar installation company installing your residential solar panels. You should desire a solar panel installation company with a solid reputation, who promises their work and is approved by the NABCEP. This is the first part in a series of how to find the right installer, so you can go solar.
 

Find a company with an outstanding reputation

Attaining the correct solar panel installation company takes more than a basic online search. There are variables you need to look out for, such as quality of work, customer service, post-installation assistance and much more. Easily choosing the affordable solar installer is not the most intelligent decision. Although local installers are usually less expensive than national installation companies, we have gathered a basic guide so you know where to start looking, and what questions to ask.

People review companies, and there are plenty of places that post these reviews. Look online for reviews on Google, Yelp, and even places like Angie’s List. This way you know if the company has had problems in the past, and sometimes you learn how they handled them, and whether they learned from their bad reviews and improved their business practices.

Also, word of mouth is the best form of marketing there is. If you see a great solar installation on your neighbor’s roof, then ask them about it. Are they happy? Was the installation done in a timely manner? How well does the system work? If you ask these questions, it will help find a company with a good reputation. People trust their friends and neighbors. It is also a good idea to call the companies themselves and ask them if they outsource their labor. If they do, installation quality might be inconsistent.
 

You'll be in heap of trouble if your solar panel installation is not guaranteed 

It is still important to understand what is covered and for how long. It is important to sit down and figure out which warranty works best for you. Solar panel installation is a large investment, so it is beyond wise to protect yourself with a warranty. We don’t recommend you purchase a solar panel system unless it is covered by a warranty. Different equipment is covered by different warranties, and many installers also guarantee their work. It might be the decision to choose one power inverter over another. 

Really good installers include service warranties for a certain period of time after the installation to make everything goes smoothly. It is a good idea to talk to your all your installers about the product and service warranties.
 

Make sure the company is certified by the NABCEP

Everyone on the crew doesn’t need to be certified, but if the people running the solar panel installation are not, then there is no guarantee they will do a great job. To become a NABCEP certified professional, installers have to pass a rigorous certification process. The North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners is an organization that certifies energy installers, including solar power technicians and installers. The details of the NABCEP benefits to the public and installers are detailed here. 

It is important to make sure the solar project is supervised by a NABCEP-certified member, and ideally, you want a NABCEP-certified crew member installing the solar panels.

If you follow these basic guidelines, you will be able to get a better deal from a local company that is looking out for your needs. If you want to join the solar revolution, or if you want to find out what solar panels are right for you, go to HahaSmart.com and try our price checker tool. You can see how much a system will cost, and how much you can save over the next 20 years.

For more information relating to going solar, don't forget to visit our solar blog section for more handy guides and articles.