Chapter 2: Solar Installation Process
IN THIS LESSON
Once you’ve approved your custom solar system design and signed your agreement, your solar journey is just getting started. This lesson walks you through each essential step—so you’ll know exactly what to expect from the moment you sign to the moment your panels start generating clean energy.
Step-by-Step Solar Installation Process
1. Site Assessment: Is Your Home Solar-Ready?
After you sign, the first step is a comprehensive site assessment. Our experts visit your home to evaluate:
Roof condition (shingles, structural integrity)
Electrical systems for compatibility
This ensures your home meets the technical requirements for a safe and effective solar installation.
2. Home Energy Audit (HES): Uncover Efficiency Opportunities
We schedule a Home Energy Solutions (HES) audit to assess your home’s overall energy usage. Identifying and fixing inefficiencies helps you get the most out of your solar system and reduce waste.
3. Permitting: Leave the Paperwork to Us
Our team handles the entire permitting process. We submit the required engineering and electrical plans to your local town or municipality to receive approvals for all installation-related work. This step ensures compliance and safety.
4. Utility Interconnection: Confirming Grid Capacity
Before installation, we coordinate with your utility company to request interconnection approval. They verify that the local transformer has capacity to handle your new solar system. (Note: Not all transformers have unlimited capacity—this step ensures safe integration into the grid.)
5. Pre-Installation Work: Getting Your Home 100% Ready
If any prep work is needed before installation, we take care of it. This may include:
Tree trimming or removal
Roof repair or replacement
Structural reinforcements
Electrical panel upgrades
We handle it all so you’re fully prepped when permits are approved.
6. Installation Day: The Power Comes to Life
Our certified installation crew arrives early and gets right to work. The process typically includes:
Installing roof mounts and racking
Securing your solar panels
Wiring the inverter system
Most installations are completed in 1–2 days, with minimal disruption to your daily life.
Ready for the Next Step Toward Solar Power?
Now that you know exactly what happens after signing, it’s time to prepare for your solar installation journey. Whether you're ready to schedule your site assessment or still have questions, our team is here to help you confidently move forward.
➡️ Connect with your Solar Specialist today and take the next step toward energy independence.