Frequently Asked Questions

When you opt for a free quote, our in home solar professionals will determine how much you can save with solar. How much you save will solar will depend on your current electric utility rate, how much electric your use, and the sunlight your roof receives on an annualized basis.

Yes, may states and utilities offer incentives. These are most commonly state tax credits, rebates for battery energy storage, and net metering.

Solar panels tend to last 25-30 years. Even after 30 years, this panels dont just suddenly stop working. Over time, panels produce slightly less energy each year than when they were originally installed. With proper maintenance and service, you can expect close to optimal performance for 20-30 years.

We make it very easy to transfer your lease agreement to the new homeowner. If you decide to move, we will walk you through steps to make the transfer as simple as transferring over other utilizes like water and natural gas.

A solar lease is an option where you make a monthly payment to utilize a solar system that is installed on your roof, except the company maintains and owns the equipment. The monthly solar payment is almost always less money than the current electric bill it replaces. The customer gets the benefit of the cheaper solar energy without the upfront cost of purchasing the system or worrying about ongoing performance and upkeep.

After you sign up for a quote, our in-house solar professionals will work for you to build a system designed to meet your needs and ultimately determine how much you will save. Savings will depend your property’s ability to capture solar energy, how much energy you use, and your electric utility’s rates. Our professionals are also experts at ensuring you utilize all of the state and local incentives available to you.

Yes - the majority of our customers switch to solar with zero up front costs. This allows our customers to save money from day and for the entire life of their system. With a subscription lease package, you get one low, predictable payment, that is locked-in instead of purchasing power for the utility at their ever increasing rate.

The amount of electricity produced by the system is calculated by the system’s output as well as a number of physical factors including weather, shade, and the panels’ direction and angle to the sun. Our professionals factor in all of these variables when designing your system to ensure maximum energy production for your home.

We offer several options to purchase solar power. The Top-selling plan is the subscription lease package with no upfront costs. In addition, we offer a prepaid subscription lease, a solar loan with monthly payments, and an upfront purchase. Our team prides itself in working with you to find the best option for your and your family. When working with us, you will quickly see how easy we make it for you to switch to solar. Right from the get go, we will lay out all of the options and work with you to help you make the best decision.

Yes. We offer only premium equipment with superior quality workmanship. All of our products are rigorously tested through thousands of installations and are backed up by strong manufacturer warranties. Get a quote to learn more.

The subscription lease package offers no upfront costs, no maintenance costs, and a locked in low monthly payment. Purchasing solar panels offers full ownership, an increase in home value and potentially more long term savings provided the equipment is well maintained.

After you are approved to install the solar panels, we will conduct a site visit of your home to confirm the details of the project. From here, we make final adjustments and get your final approval. Once approved, we submit your project to the utility and local municipality. This part takes 2-8 weeks. Once your applications are approved by the utility and municipality, we schedule your installation. All installations are completed by our in-house installers who install thousands of solar panels per year. Once the installation is complete, we submit an electrical certificate to the utility who then issues Permission to Operate. Once granted, we power up the system and you’ll be generating cheaper, cleaner, renewable energy for years to come. However you deduced to make the switch, rest assured knowing we will guide every step of the process for you.

Owning your own solar power system means you pay for it outright and produce your own electricity to use in your home. Owning a system provides control and, in most cases, less expensive electricity compared to the utility. You may be able to utilize state and local incentives when available. When you own the system, you are responsible for maintenance. When using Harvest Power, we provide strong manufacturer warranties and system monitoring to help you get the most out of your system.

Paying for your system outright in the beginning can provide the best financial benefits. After the system is installed, you start saving on your electric bills. You may also be able to utilize state and local incentives to help pay for the system. Harvest Power provides top-notch installation, strong warranties, and 24/7 system monitoring.

Buying and leasing solar panels both come with their own set of benefits.

Harvest Power provides you with the option to buy solar panels. Owning your system means you get all of the ownership benefits. Some states and utilities offer Solar Renewable Energy Certificates that compensate you for the solar energy your system produces. Solar electric systems may also add value to the property. Keep in mind that you will be responsible for maintenance and repairs throughout the life of the system.

Solar panel installations can be an expensive proposition. For this reason, Harvest Power offers the Subscription Lease Package. This package allows you to go solar with little to $0 upfront cost. Your only payment will be the monthly solar payment, which is typically less than the current electric bill it replaces. With the Subscription Lease Package, the provider pays 100% of the cost to maintain, monitor, and repair the system. No hidden fees or fine print—just one monthly payment for stress-free renewable energy.

Yes, you can purchase solar panels and the accompanying parts and accessories to install a photovoltaic system yourself. We do not recommend a DIY installation because the project requires specialized electrical work, engineering, permitting, utility approvals, and strong construction skills. In addition, most panel and equipment manufacturers will not honor warranties unless the equipment is installed by a certified contractor. If you opt for an outright purchase, use a reputable installer such as Harvest Power. Harvest Power handles the full project, including design, permitting, installation, inspections, and ongoing service.

After your home is installed with solar & battery backup, your system is effectively off the grid during a power outage. This means that when the grid is down, your PV Solar system will continue to power your home and charge your battery storage with any excess solar power. At night or when the solar is not producing, the battery will run your house during an outage.

Some homeowners like having emergency backup power in the event of an electric grid outage. With a battery energy storage system, your home will automatically stay powered during an outage.

The amount of storage you need depends on what appliances and circuits you intend to power during an outage. A Harvest Power Solar Professional with Battery Backup certification can assist you with determining how much storage you need.

We are certified to install Tesla, Enphase, SolarEdge, and many other battery manufacturers’ products.

Today’s batteries can power most appliances that are used in your average modern home. A Harvest Power Solar Professional with Battery Backup certification can assist you with determining how much storage you need.