PV -Magazine Prepares a guide for Zonne -Zonne installations, aimed at those interested in installation but are new to the market and want to make an informed decision. We have spoken with associations, installers and industrial specialists in large solar markets around the world to put together the best practical guidance and advice that apply to home institutions for home and everywhere in the world. The first part of the series is intended to help homeowners embrace PV to identify the best installers on the market.
Are you considering installing solar panels on your house, but not sure of the best way to continue?
Installing home absorption can provide countless benefits, including a reduction in energy bills, an increase in the value of your home and in some countries, you can sell back energy to the grid. But it is important to ensure that you have the correct information before you connect to the installation to ensure that it is a valuable investment.
The first in this series of four articles will relate to important points to consider and common errors to prevent during your search for an installation program.
Top tips when searching for the right solar installation program
When searching for an installation program, it is important to consider their experience, reputation and qualifications and to ensure that they have a permit, insured and have worked with the solar system that is suitable for your home.
Camille TarrieuA residential solar specialist from French Syndicat des Energies Renouvelablessaid it is important to know that the installation program will take the lead on all administrative processes. Installing home admission requires compliance with all local regulations and depending on the country in which you live, it may be necessary to secure a permit or grid connection. Renowned solar installers usually treat these processes, but it is important to confirm this.
Transparency is also the key. Italia SolareS Cecilia Bergamasco suggested that when you receive a quotation from a potential installation program, you must ensure that each cost item is detailed to prevent future surprises. This also gives you knowledge of what you can expect during the process and help determine whether an offer seems too good to be true. “A good installation program offers a competitive offer, but is also prepared to explain the functions of the system and the various available financing or stimulation options in detail,” Bergamasco added.
Various sources, including Joshua Buswell-CharkowDeputy director of the California Solar & Storage Associationand that of Brazil Absolar, Absolar CEO Rodrigo SauaiaRecommended homeowners acquire price quotes of at least three potential, qualified installers to compare offers and time scales.
Although the price will of course be with most potential buyers, different sources would be said PV -Magazine That the quality of the solar system should not be overlooked, because this can significantly influence performance and ultimately can be payback time. Sauaia not only recommended the equipment and components of the solar system, but also the quality of the installation process itself. Asking questions about the quality of the components used and checking for certifications and quality control labels can help with this.
Sauaia also said it is important to ask for support after-sales and maintenance support. “Although a Solar PV system is almost maintenance-free, it is important after a while to check the system to make sure everything works in order,” he explained.
Finding warranty data is also the key. Guarantees can cover the product, performance and installation separately, so if it is not certain, it is advisable to ask installers to break this information.
Jacopo PiccagaliProject and policy officer at Solarpower EuropeAdded that homeowners in the EU have the right to share energy. “This means that you can sell your surplus solar energy to your neighbor or someone who lives in the area. If you cannot install solar panels at home, you may also be able to buy solar energy from someone in the neighborhood,” Piccagali explained. Such information must be available on the website of your local distribution network operator.
Red flags to avoid when searching for the right solar installation program
Sources told PV -Magazine They would recommend homeowners who only buy from renowned, certified installers. Various also warned of choosing an installation program only based on the lowest quote. In the end, if an offer is too good to be true, it is almost certain.
Choosing an installer who is based purely on price can also mean that you endanger both the quality and the safety of an installation. “Quotes that are far below market rates must be approached with caution because they often indicate the use of inferior materials or sloppy craftsmanship,” explains Sinethemba MnguniJunior Technical Specialist at South Africa’s Solar PV Industry Association (Sapvia). “This can lead to serious problems such as leaking roofs or even electric dangers.”
Ahmad TahaChief Marketing Officer of Tanzania based AG Energies Company LtdIt added that installers who do not clearly explain their prices should be considered red flags, in addition to those who use subparalases or promising unrealistic energy savings. Spain UNEF Technical director, Héctor de LamaExplained that the data sheet of the components that will be installed must be shared in addition to the budget. He added that the installation program must also contain technical drawings of the installation design and the logistics details.
Homeowners must also be wary of high -pressure sales tactics, because this often indicates that there is something unsavory about the offer. “Cold callers or door sellers often offer urgent deals. You should not register on the spot and the time to explore the available options”, a spokesperson from the United Kingdom MCS certified said. “Scammers can pretend to be of real installers. Always check their login details,” the spokesperson added.
Unfortunately scams are made in the solar industry. To avoid them, Bergamasco suggested avoiding an installation program without a physical address or established market presence, and recommended homeowners do not connect installation -deal without a clear and detailed contract.
Various sources emphasized that the conditions of the contract are not fully revised as a different common mistake. Others warned about the use of installers who do not have the necessary certifications, or whose installation procedures do not comply with the legislation in their country. A Source of the Chinese market for residential Added that not verifying the qualifications of the installation program is another common problem to avoid.
To ensure that none of the aforementioned errors and red flags of the industrial specialists are mentioned, PV -Magazine will relate to an installation program and how you can verify the information that you will find in the next part of the series.
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