The basic concept behind solar energy is that sunlight hits solar cells, the solar energy panel converts sunlight into electricity, electricity powers your home, and your utility bills decrease.

Deciding whether to install a solar energy system on your home or business is a big decision, with numerous factors you should consider. Cost, system size, the reputation of the contractor, and the return on investment are just a few of the issues that need to be weighed before going solar.

There are a number of factors that can help guide you in hiring a trustworthy solar installer; the most critical are peer recommendations and consumer reviews, seeking multiple quotes, understanding your estimate, professional certifications of the installer, the quality of customer service, financing and – most importantly – getting and calling references to ensure your installer does good work and has made past clients happy.

For some home or business owners, there may be a desire to install a solar power system but the funds aren’t available to purchase it outright and impediments to financing – such as a lack of equity or past bad credit – keep the opportunity out of reach. List financing info here.