Steps For Going Solar

Solar Know-How

Nov 5

The process for going solar can feel overwhelming, and we’re here to help walk you through the process.

1) Get Ready For Your Consultation:

Locate your detailed electric bill (all pages) so we can analyze your usage patterns and identify meter numbers required for solar and battery installations. If you don’t receive a paper bill, you can download a PDF copy from the GMP website of your most recent bill.
Complete the inquiry form on our contact page.
We will reach out to schedule a free phone or video consultation to discuss your personal long-term energy goals, help answer questions, and review the solar potential for your site using our remote tools.

2) Design and Proposal Process:

After the consultation, we’ll get to work so we can share a no-cost, no obligation, preliminary design and estimate.
If you like what you see, we will schedule our technical crew to complete a thorough on-site assessment.
After your on-site assessment, our team of PV electrical experts will further collaborate on your project and will confirm or refine the preliminary design and estimate. You will then receive a customized, detailed proposal. We will review the proposal with you to clarify any questions or concerns. At this point, we can further revise the proposal based on your particular needs and feedback if needed. Once you are happy and feel confident you want to move forward, we will send a contract.

3) Installation:

Once signed, we will take care of all the paperwork and logistics including the permitting, engineering, purchasing materials, and scheduling your installation. We handle the whole process for you, while keeping you in the loop throughout the process.
Our experienced crew and electricians will install your system. The average rooftop installation takes 3-4 days to complete. Ground mount installations can typically take 1-3 weeks. Battery Installations typically take one day.
When your solar array is operational, we will coordinate with the utility to interconnect your new solar array. The utility company will install an additional meter called a gross solar production meter, and activate your net metering account.
Once your new system is net metered and able to send excess solar back into the grid, we will schedule an on-site walk-through with Simon, SVT Solar’s owner and master electrician. Simon will provide personalized training with your new performance monitoring system and a customized owner manual that includes equipment details, electrical sketches and warranty information.