FAQ

  • Solar panels capture sunlight and convert it into electricity through photovoltaic (PV) cells. This electricity can be used to power your home or business, with any excess sent to the grid or stored in batteries.

  • Savings vary depending on the size of the system, your energy usage, and local energy rates. On average, solar systems can reduce electricity bills by 50-90%.

  • Many regions offer incentives such as federal tax credits, state rebates, and utility company programs that can significantly reduce the upfront cost of installing solar panels. We can help you navigate and apply for these incentives.

  • Installation typically takes 1-3 days, but the overall process—including permitting and utility approvals—can take 4-8 weeks depending on your location.

  • Solar panels require very little maintenance. Occasional cleaning to remove dirt and debris is recommended, and we offer monitoring services to ensure the system is operating efficiently.

  • Solar panels still generate electricity on cloudy days, though at a reduced output. At night, you can rely on energy stored in a battery system or draw power from the grid.

  • Solar panels are designed to last 25-30 years or more. Most come with warranties that guarantee their efficiency over this period.

  • Yes, installing solar panels can increase your property value, as homebuyers are often willing to pay more for energy-efficient homes with lower electricity bills.

  • Unless you have a battery storage system, your solar panels will not provide power during a grid outage for safety reasons. A solar battery can store excess energy for use during outages.

  • Most roofs are suitable for solar panels. We will assess factors like roof condition, orientation, shading, and space availability to ensure solar is a good fit for your property.

  • Yes, they come with 25 years full comprehensive warranty.

  • Many states have legislation preventing HOAs from denying members the right to install solar. However, HOAs may still be allowed to restrict how and where solar is installed on your property. Check out state-specific information on HOA solar laws.

  • Several factors dictate the price of your system, not just the cost of the panels themselves. Other factors include the price of the inverter and racking equipment, engineering time, design, labor, and permitting. Many of these components are soft costs that are not based on the price of physical equipment. Solar United Neighbors aims to reduce these costs so home and business owners can see more savings when going solar.

  • Owning a system outright means you purchase the system upfront. This can be done through a loan or with an upfront cash payment. Owning a system means you retain the rights to the system’s additional incentives. This includes the federal tax credit (see below). Direct ownership of a system makes sense if you can pay for the system upfront or are able to take out a loan.

  • Battery Electric vehicles (BEV’s) use electricity to power their motors. The electricity is stored inside a battery, which is recharged by plugging into an EV charger.

  • It can be more difficult to install solar on these types of homes. The structural design of the home, the foundation of the home, and local building codes can all prevent a solar system from being installed, regardless of structural integrity.

  • Short term and long term benefits are that you can save on your electrical bills, you won't get surprised by the fluctuations of utility rates, you can help the environment, and if you get a battery, you'll never be without an electricity during the outages.

  • Yes, it definitely adds value to the property, just like having a swimming pool.

  • Reegarding the technical aspects, they're the same. Regarding the financial aspects, the commercial projects can depreciate up to 85% of the cost based on the tax bracket up to 5 years.

  • The best locations are South, then West and East. The North usually has the less efficiency, but we always use the best programs to calculate the yearly production.

  • The condition of the roof and the space are very important factors. Also, the places of the trees around the house, which we always do shade analysis.