The truth is, solar is not for everyone. Electricity consumption, sun access, utility rates, and available space all play a factor on whether solar pencils out for a homeowner or business owner. If all of those boxes are checked, solar is often a no brainer.

To start, solar is not free! Yes, there are government incentives and state rebate programs, but there is always a cost to going solar. There are ways to finance a solar system into a monthly payment and also ways to lease a system with no out of pocket cost to get installed. There are pros and cons to each method, and the right method depends on various factors. A solar consultant should present you with all options and determine what method is in your best interest.

Solar is a relatively low to no maintenance asset. Other than the occasional spray down of dirt or debris, systems are a set it and forget it type asset. Solar panels are expected to last 30+ years and industry standard for manufacture warranty is 25-years. The inverters tend to last 12-25 years depending on inverter type and brand. Home batteries have warranties ranging from 10-15 years depending on brand and chemistry type. In reality, these systems pay for themselves long before equipment needs to be replaced.