Benefits of Solar Power Panels

  • Save Money on Energy Bills
    Stop renting power and work your way to owning it with payments generally less than your utility bill.
  • Get Rebates and Incentives
    Take advantage of tax credits. But Hurry! Incentives decrease every year.
  • Increase Property Value
    A 2019 Zillow study found that Homes With Solar Panels Sell for 4.1% More
  • Earn a Return on Your Investment
    Solar provides you free power after your panels are paid in full.
  • Energy Independence
    Historically, utility rates raise over time due to inflation and rate increases. Solar locks in your rate.
  • Help Save the Planet
    Eliminate your reliance on burning fossil fuels to power your home. Go green with solar.

Why Choose Solarise Solar? We're Local!

  • 30-Year Panel Warranty
    Peace of mind for the life of your system.
  • No Money Down!
    No up-front investment required!
  • Low Interest Financing
    We have a solar financing or purchase option that’s right for you.
  • Experienced Solar Installations
    Our local install crew’s experience provides the highest standard of workmanship
  • Customer Focused
    We are dedicated to the highest standards of professionalism in all that we do.
  • Transparency
    We clearly communicate and follow through on our commitments to you
  • System Monitoring
    Monitor your system with mobile and desktop apps!

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Frequently Asked Questions About Solar Panel Installation

Installing high output solar panels at your home or business saves money on your electricity bills and enables you to avoid much of the financial impact of rising electricity rates over the years. The precise total cost benefits of solar panels of your solar energy system depends on multiple factors, including your local utility company’s rates and policies, the amount of sun your property receives, and policies regarding residential solar energy systems in your municipality and county. In each case, the net financial benefits can be expected to make investing in high-efficiency solar panels a good financial decision.
Using solar energy offers many health and environmental benefits. It eliminates emissions of greenhouse gas from the fossil fuel burning that is driving climate change. It also cuts the number of particulates polluting the air. Solar energy use further reduces sulfur dioxide and other such extremely unhealthy pollutants.

To see how much you are paying for electricity in your home or business, and to understand how much electricity you are actually using each month, examine your electricity bill details. It can be especially helpful to read the seasonal usage information provided by the utility company separately or as part of your regular billing statement. Some electric companies may not provide monthly and seasonal usage information clearly in a graph or numerical data report on the bill, per se. If yours does not offer that information in a digestible format, see the EnergySage publication The Best Way to Read Your Electric Bill. It provides straightforward help to interpret your electricity bill and understand the items on the bill that translate into usage information.

Utility companies use a method called net metering in order to measure the amount of energy being input back onto the grid by residential and commercial customers. When an independently operating solar energy system is generating more electricity than is being used at a home or business service location, the metering system accounts for the amount of the overage and credits the customer for the net amount of electricity sent out onto the grid. Alternatively, and more commonly, the net metering system calculates how much electricity a customer uses over the amount generated by your solar energy system and the company bills the customer for only that amount. Policies regarding net metering are different from one state to the next, so be informed on any rules in your state that may affect your billing.

Connecting your home's solar panel system to an electric grid is a process called interconnection.
Abundant research shows that, on average, having a solar energy system installed increases a home’s sale value. This bump in value has, however, shown only to apply to properties that have the solar energy systems added as actual capital improvements, not as leased equipment. In many areas of the United States, solar panel installation increases a property’s value by a higher amount than other improvements, even more than a kitchen renovation. It's not a bad idea to get a solar panel home installation quote if you haven't seen a break-down of savings and the impact to home value yet.
Photovoltaic solar panels take in energy from the sun during daylight, and they convert that energy into electricity. The majority of houses and commercial buildings utilize alternating current (AC). The direct current (DC) produced by solar panels is converted by passing through an electrical current inverter that converts it to an AC current that can be used in the home or business. The electricity is then either used to power the building and any excess power is sent back to the grid.
The amount of available sunlight determines the amount of power your solar panels can produce. So, your solar energy system will generate a little less energy on cloudy days and will produce no power during dark hours at night. Nevertheless, considering the high cost of electricity, the significant government rebates, and other available financial incentives, a solar energy system is a wise choice, even for homeowners and businesses in areas with a lot of cloud cover.
Solar panels function by converting sunlight that reaches the panels into electrical power. Therefore, if the most efficient solar panels are covered with snow, they cannot receive the necessary sunlight to convert into electricity. Fortunately, snow normally does not weigh enough to damage the structural components of solar panels, and because the majority of panels are positioned at angles, snow usually slides off. The panels are also easy to wipe clean if snow accumulation does impede electricity production.
Most homeowners who install solar panels on their properties have systems that remain connected to the grid, to allow their systems to take power from the grid during periods while their systems are not generating as much electricity as they need. They automatically send power back to the grid when they produce more power than they use. You can install a completely off grid solar panel system that includes battery storage. But, such systems cost much more, and they are usually unnecessary for most homes.
Even with high efficiency solar panels, you will continue to receive electricity bills, unless your home’s solar energy system has battery storage and is completely disconnected from the grid. But, with today’s high output solar panels, you can reduce your energy bills to a fraction of previous monthly amounts you paid. You can even reduce the amount you pay to zero dollars, by installing a solar panel system that generates the same amount or more electricity than you actually use within a billing period.
Residential and commercial solar panel systems that are connected to the grid will shut down during blackouts. The systems shut off by design, in order to protect utility repair workers, emergency response workers, and others from injury due to your home’s solar panels sending electricity back to the grid. You can install inverters designed to work in conjunction with a battery, to deliver backup power to your home during blackouts.
Solar energy systems are made with solar panels constructed of exceptionally durable tempered glass. The panels need very little if any maintenance throughout their entire lifespan, which is normally from 25 to 35 years. The panels can be expected to continue to work well, even without any routine cleaning. If a problem with the panels does arise, the majority of solar equipment manufacturers provide warranties. Coverages under warranties do, of course, vary between companies.

You can pay cash for your solar energy system, or you may choose solar panel financing through our financing company. The best solar financing options offer customers certain advantages, such as zero down payment and low-interest financing, and other benefits.

To maximize financial savings by going solar, buying the equipment is normally the best option.

  1. You’ll receive rebates and other financial incentives.
  2. After you pay off the equipment, you’ll enjoy free electricity.
  3. Your property values can be expected to increase when you buy solar panels.

With a leased solar energy system you will not own the equipment after the lease ends, and having a leased solar panel system can be detrimental to property resale value.

A secured loan requires some form of collateral, to fully or partially offset the lender’s risk in making the loan. This means the borrower must agree to relinquish the solar panels if they fail to meet the loan contract terms. Interest rates may be higher for an unsecured loan, depending upon various factors, such as the borrower’s credit rating, history with the lender, and other considerations. Financing can be obtained through either secured or unsecured loans, depending upon various factors, including the solar energy system cost, your credit rating, your lender’s financing policies in general or for solar equipment, credit market conditions, and other considerations. Compare terms and conditions offered on solar panel loans, in order to find the best solar panel financing option for your needs.
There are seemingly countless lenders offering solar panel loans, including banks, credit unions, finance companies, and solar energy systems manufacturers. To determine which form of solar panel financing is right for you, shop around and compare the options offered by these various kinds of solar loan providers. Ask about interest rates and loan terms, before choosing one of your solar financing options.

One major incentive to buy solar panels is the 26% federal investment tax credit (ITC). This credit allows you to deduct 26% of the total cost of your home’s solar energy system from your federal income tax. You are likely to qualify for significant additional incentives in the form of discounts, a solar panel rebate, and tax credits, depending upon where you live. Ask what incentives your state, county, city, and your electric company offer for the purchase of a home solar energy system. Keep in mind that these incentives continue to decrease every year.

You can become energy independent, avoid ever-increasing electricity costs, and help save the environment by going green with your own residential solar energy system. Start by getting your free, no-obligation solar panel estimate and free Energy Cost Analysis. The analysis determines how many solar panels are necessary for your home’s cubic space. Get information on solar pricing, incentives, financing, warranty, and answers to all your other questions. Schedule Your Free Solar Panel Quote and Energy Analysis

Compare the cost of your monthly electricity bill to the amount of your payments for a solar energy system. If you will save enough on your electric bill to offset all or enough of the amount of your solar equipment payments so that the net cost of the transition remains within your budget, then you can afford to go solar. There are zero-down payment options with low-interest rates for residential solar energy systems. Plus there are still sizable government rebates, tax credits, and other financial incentives being offered by local and federal governments and utility companies.

Roofs with southern exposure, with minimal shade, and sufficient room for solar panels are ideal for installing solar panel roof mounts. While some roofs are more ideal than others for maximum solar energy production, on many homes, there are opportunities to work around issues and increase the efficiency of the solar energy system. In those cases, even homes that don’t have the perfect solar panel roof systems can be facilitated to generate significant amounts of solar energy and yield a strong return on the homeowner’s financial investment in solar.

The amount of electricity your home uses each month and the climate conditions in your region are the primary determinants of the size of the best solar energy system for your home. By examining your previous electricity bills and then comparing estimates from licensed solar installers, you can determine the size of the solar energy system you need.

A solar energy system can be expected to work well for 25 to 35 years. Installing solar panels on roofs, then removing the panels in the near future to replace a roof, and then reinstalling the panels can be expensive. So, if you anticipate needing roof maintenance or a roof replacement in the near future, you should probably consider having the roof work done prior to completing your solar panel installation.
Generally speaking, solar panels are highly durable and can withstand the weather for decades, including driving rain and snow, wind, and even hail. Some components of your solar energy system do need replacement at various times, but overall, your system can be expected to generate electricity efficiently for 25-35 years.

Research has shown that adding a solar energy system to a home increases the property value — even more than a kitchen renovation, in some parts of the country. Research from Zillow (2019) indicates that people buying a house with solar panels were willing to pay an average of over 4% more than homes without the added solar energy technology. Naturally, your real estate value can only increase if you own your solar panel system. If you have a leased system, you’ll need to pay off your lease contract prior to selling your home, in order to take advantage of the increased property value that a solar energy system can add to your property.

The majority of solar panels are of the monocrystalline, polycrystalline (multi-crystalline), or thin-film type. Monocrystalline solar cells are cut out from a single silicon crystal. Polycrystalline cells are made of melted silicon crystal fragments molded together and cut into wafers. Thin-film solar panels are typically made of either cadmium telluride (CdTe), amorphous silicon (a-Si), or copper Indium Gallium Selenide (CIGS). Each of these three types of solar panels has its particular advantages and disadvantages. Determining which is the best type of solar panel for your home depends on the specifics of your property and the kinds of features you want in your solar energy production system.

Comparing multiple solar panel quotes from various installers can be confusing. Different installers operate based on different metrics and assumptions while they are providing equipment for properties and assisting with solar financing options for homeowners. To make a meaningful apples-to-apples side-by-side solar panel cost comparison, focus on the lists of particular benefits each alternative offers and on the overall cost differentials. If the information in one bid does not appear to have a comparable factor in another bid, ask the solar provider of the competing bid how their system addresses that.

After your site assessment has been performed and you have made your choice of solar panels for your home, your installer will complete and submit the necessary paperwork to obtain approval of your system. Then, whether you are putting roof mount or ground mount solar panels on your property, the installation process typically takes one or two days to complete. Search “solar panel installers near me,” as your starting point, to identify and compare reputable providers in your local area.

When researching to identify the best solar installer for your needs, consider several key criteria. Obtain validations from each candidate solar company to confirm that the installer is certified, fully licensed, and adequately insured. Further, confirm that each installer has abundant industry experience. Meet your prospective solar installer in person, to be sure that you feel comfortable with the company’s representative. Ask for customer references, and follow through by checking several, before you go forward with purchasing and installing a solar energy system from any of the solar panel installation companies you are comparing.

Examine information on the benefits of having a solar monitoring system for your solar panels. If you determine that you can benefit from maintaining awareness of the details of the amounts of energy being produced by your solar panels, ask about solar power monitoring equipment. A solar lease agreement may already include a free monitoring program that tracks the performance of your equipment. When you buy a solar energy system, you may need to purchase a solar energy monitor too, if you decide you want to have the performance information it delivers.

Power inverters are designed to convert the direct current (DC) of electrical energy produced by your solar panels from direct current (DC) to the alternating current (AC) needed for powering household appliances and other electrical equipment and devices in your home. There are three primary types of solar inverters for use in solar energy systems: Centralized inverters (also called string inverters), power optimizers (also called string inverters plus power optimizers), and microinverters.

Power optimizers and microinverters are sometimes categorized together as module-level power electronics (MLPEs). String inverters are designed to optimize the power output at the level of the strings that connect your solar panels to one another. Power optimizers work at the solar panel level, to reduce the impacts of shade on performance. Microinverters work at each solar panel to directly convert DC power from solar panels to AC electricity, on the roof, without requiring a centralized inverter. Your installer can help you determine the best solar inverters for your needs.

Solar energy systems with solar batteries are called solar-plus-storage systems. These systems have become more and more popular. However, they are considerably higher in price than systems that do not include batteries for energy storage. Talk to your installer about the best battery for solar panel systems, if you choose to have power storage capacity. Fortunately, solar panel battery storage is not needed in most homes that utilize solar energy. Because the majority of homes will remain connected to the public power grid, their solar energy systems do not require battery storage. When your home is connected to the grid, excess power generated by your solar panels is routed to the grid, and your home draws power from the grid whenever you need more electricity than is being generated by your panels.

What Our Solar Power Install Clients in Colorado are Saying

Solar Panels in Colorado Springs - Customer Testimonials

Have had Solarise Solar for a couple years now and my electric bill has almost disappeared. Only $18.00 last two months. Amazing since I have a swim spa that I keep at 100 degrees.
Ronald Johnson
Ronald Johnson
00:21 10 Oct 24
Everyone has been very helpful.Both this tome wirh addendum additional panels as well as when I first put solar on the roof.Great job.
Debbie Carleo
Debbie Carleo
00:15 10 Oct 24
Monique came by the other day and followed up with my grandfather. And she was very nice and went over and beyond to explain things very well… I would highly recommend them. They are an awesome team left us very satisfied
andrea Davis
andrea Davis
05:01 19 Sep 24
They are very professional and you always speak to someone instead if a machine. They want to make sure the job is done right the first time, if not they do their best to make everything right
Zach Bainbridge
Zach Bainbridge
22:53 29 Aug 24
I was referred to Solarise solar and Monique by Adam. When I called her she was very professional and asked questions geared towards my needs. Since this is my new home and my usage has changed she recommended I wait a few more months to see what my actually usage will be so that way the system fits my needs. Highly recommended this company and thank you for the sound advice.
Sawyer
Sawyer
15:53 07 Aug 24
Monique is the best! We hadn't gotten our app hooked up yet and had some internet issues and she came out right away and was so patient helping us get hooked up and working properly. We are very happy with our Solarise experience and are looking forward to harnessing the power of the sun! ☀️
Dani Banani
Dani Banani
19:26 24 Jul 24
Monique was very professional and patient as she did some troubleshooting on a few minor issues during setup. In the end everything went great and we'd recommend this company to anyone looking for solar energy solutions.
Trevor Lutz
Trevor Lutz
19:26 24 Jul 24
I’ve had a lot of solar companies approach me and Monique was super relatable and understanding to my hesitance with even wanting to listen to what she had to say. I’m glad I did. Solarise Solar seems like a great company and I love that she wasn’t too aggressive. Thank you
Lazzi Cortez-Johnson
Lazzi Cortez-Johnson
21:46 02 Jul 24
Solarise continues to give great customer service after the initial install two years ago. Monique was the most recent representative to follow up on quality control on our unit. Monique is professional and knowledgeable on any questions I had.
Rai A
Rai A
17:58 21 Jun 24
Solarise services is number 1 in every aspect of solar energy installation and customer service in my opinion and highly recommended.
Larry Tayon
Larry Tayon
16:48 19 Jun 24
I’ve had Solarise panels for 3 years with no complaints. They offered the best value of the companies I received quotes from. Installation and customer service have been very good. Zero regrets.
Adam Crane
Adam Crane
17:34 01 Jun 24
Hi I have really enjoyed my solar and the lady that helped me Monique and the person that sold me the solar it has been an excellent experience thank you for your help and the things that you're doing to help others to have comfort in their home have a great day Pastor Everett Mitchell and Lydia Mitchell
Everett Mitchell
Everett Mitchell
18:48 16 May 24
I have had solar panels for a year, definitely the process from installation was easy, city permits take longer. I am happy with the company, they answered all my questions and if I request something they work right away for customers, My electricity bill has decreased and I expect save more in the next few years.Excellent customer service and definitely good for the planet.I recommend this company for solar panels. :)Delia Trinidad
Kat Ba3
Kat Ba3
17:16 16 May 24
Solarise did a good job for me. They put on an extra panel as needed and they check in to make sure everything is working. It's terrific not having to pay for electricity!
Melody Parish
Melody Parish
15:32 16 May 24
Mark McMillan was excellent! Explained where my solar would be placed and explained all the great benefits and savings I’ll be seeing! Couldn’t recommend them enough! Thanks again
Mason Lawson
Mason Lawson
19:41 08 May 24
Wanted to get this project right for my unique house particularly aesthetics, workmanship and warranty. Solarise LISTENED to and addressed my concerns. At the end of the day it was the right decision to use this team as they truly value uou as a client and not just another install. Job well done!
Steve Sabula
Steve Sabula
21:12 17 Apr 24
Super friendly and easy to work with. Just had my year system check with Monique. The system works fantastically and has sav3d me a fortune in utilities!
troy pisano
troy pisano
19:48 17 Apr 24
Installation was pretty quick, only a couple days. They explained everything to me so I knew what I was getting into. It's helped saved a ton of money for me as my house is all electric. Monique did a house visit to make sure everything went alright. Loving the solar so far
Steve Casey
Steve Casey
18:16 16 Apr 24
I had a great conversation with Monique regarding the benefits of solar power for my home. She help me do a cost analysis breakdown. She was very professional.
Melissa Weir
Melissa Weir
01:04 15 Feb 24
I have had nothing but positive interactions with their team. They listen tour concerns and help us understand future plans. When I call I speak to someone and get my answers right away. At the year mark the audit they do to ensure we are meeting all numbers is amazing. Yes there was a delay from contact sign to getting connected, but that was due to local electric company taking forever to install their meter. Solaris solar is what I always recommend to anyone looking to go solar.
Tiffany Bainbridge
Tiffany Bainbridge
17:51 08 Feb 24
Thank you Monique for speaking with me about the benefits of solar energy and the awesomeness of Solarise Solar!
Elizabeth Gonzalez
Elizabeth Gonzalez
03:51 07 Feb 24
I spoke to Monique and learned about solar energy. She explained everything so well!
lisa parker
lisa parker
03:39 07 Feb 24
Spoke to Monique who was very knowledgeable about solar energy and the benefits it could have for me and how it could totally be a game changer as to how I see energy… LOVED IT!
Tiff Scott
Tiff Scott
16:01 04 Feb 24
Monique was so professional and kind when talking to my husband and I about the benefits of solar panels. I wasn't very knowledgeable about them and she was very patient with me.
Jennifer Schafroth
Jennifer Schafroth
23:07 31 Jan 24
EMonique was amazing explaining solar energy to me very detailed!
Jess Love
Jess Love
22:43 31 Jan 24
I had such a great experience with Monique. She was very helpful and knew what she was talking about, I was pretty excited hearing about the solar energy and process they provide.
dresa Parker-Edmonds
dresa Parker-Edmonds
19:04 31 Jan 24
Monique was great with explaining the solar process and what Solarise Solar does. You have a professional on your hands .
Raven McDonald
Raven McDonald
20:08 25 Jan 24
Monique was very informative about what Solarise has to offer, professional and explained how the process works.
Callie Burdine
Callie Burdine
14:57 25 Jan 24
Monique was very informative about what Solarise has to offer, very professional
Trina Doxy
Trina Doxy
14:36 25 Jan 24
Thank you Monique! I really enjoyed learning more about the benefits of solar energy. I’ve been looking for options that are better for the environment. I’ll be contacting you when we are ready to buy our home!
Kelissa Parker
Kelissa Parker
16:49 18 Jan 24
Always great service! Works very well with customers. Highly recommended.
Brenda Foster
Brenda Foster
01:09 23 Dec 23
Very friendly and courteous, knowledgeable and dedicated. So very helpful in explaining the operating system.
Becky Wilde
Becky Wilde
22:05 21 Dec 23
Very prompt, great customer service, nice people to work with
Glenn Wilde
Glenn Wilde
22:00 21 Dec 23
Monique was very knowledgeable and helpful ..we are buying our first home in February and we will be contacting her to get us set up...we are very impressed with her customer service skills ...thank you
Michelle Lisle
Michelle Lisle
17:31 16 Nov 23
Monique is wonderful. She explained everything in great detail! She is a great addition to Solarise solar I believe. Very professional I may add!
Joseph Rankins
Joseph Rankins
16:03 16 Nov 23
Monquie was very helpful in explaining solar processes and what step we need to take.
Alex Gow
Alex Gow
16:54 12 Oct 23
Monique was great. Very informative and explained everything very well.
Vicky Valenzuela
Vicky Valenzuela
02:17 12 Oct 23
Monique was amazing to work with she made sure everything was taken care of. We are very pleased with our solar purchase.
Matt Morgan
Matt Morgan
18:37 09 Oct 23
Monique is awesome she is awesome and she explain everything perfect
Kevin Le
Kevin Le
15:30 09 Oct 23
It's nice to have a good experience with a contractor. Thanks Solarise!
Emily Ellsworth
Emily Ellsworth
04:26 17 Dec 19

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