As the demand for solar power increases, so does the number of companies vying for your business. Unfortunately, not all of them have your best interests at heart. Here’s how to navigate the crowded market and make an informed decision for your home’s solar energy needs.
Avoid “Door Knockers”
Slam the Door, Don’t Listen Do not entertain unsolicited salespeople who show up at your door. Making a significant investment in your home’s energy system should not start with a random knock from a stranger.
No Investment Decisions from a Doorstep Pitch A “kid knocking on your door” isn’t the way to make a crucial decision about your home’s energy future. Always ensure you are dealing with a reputable company.
No In-Home Sales Pitches
Beware of Hard Sales Tactics Avoid companies that insist on sending a representative to your home for the first meeting. This is often a tactic to hard-sell you in the comfort of your living room.
First, Have a Video Meeting Insist on a video meeting and presentation with an energy expert first. If everything seems positive, then arrange for an in-person meeting to finalize details.
Know Your Yearly kWh Usage
Retrieve Your Usage Information You can find this information through your utility’s online portal, app, or by calling them. It’s critical to know your exact usage.
Verify the Usage with Offers If you receive offers without knowing your kWh usage, disregard them. Reliable companies will insist on seeing documented usage to provide accurate proposals.
Understand “Offset” Claims
Be Cautious with Offset Percentages Ensure you know what 100% offset means in your context. If your usage is understated, you might end up with a shortfall, leading to unexpected costs.
Yield of the System
Realistic Yield Expectations A system’s yield should be calculated as production divided by system size. Be wary of unrealistic yield claims. Typical yields vary from 1.3 to 1.5 depending on your location.
What is The Go Solar Power Difference?
A Trusted Regional Company We combine the personalized approach of a family business with the strength of Brookfield Infrastructure Partners, a major player in the energy sector.
In-House Operations From engineering to installation, our services are all under one roof, ensuring quality and consistency.
Experienced Energy Consultants Our team consists of seasoned professionals in the energy sector, not inexperienced salespeople.
Commitment to Long-Term Support Solar is a 25-year commitment. Choose a company with a proven track record and the resources to support you throughout this journey.
Contact Us
Let Go Solar Power Show You the Difference We pride ourselves on transparency, expertise, and a customer-first approach. Contact us today to learn more about how we can help you harness the power of solar energy for your home.
