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Choose Solar Panel Installation if:

  You are a residential homeowner (not available for condo dwellings).

  You would like more control over how and when you use electricity.

  Your home faces south, east, or west, for optimal solar power.

  Your home is off-grid or located in a new development with low grid connectivity.

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What’s Included with Your Solar Panel Installation?

From permits to paperwork to the final installation and maintenance – we’ve got you covered! Let our Solar Panel specialists take care of every detail for a turnkey installation that includes:

✔ Solar Consultation by our Solar Panel specialists, including a customized assessment report to determine the best system architecture for your home.

  Energy-efficient Solar Panels engineered for Canadian weather with Tier-1 micro-inverter technology for optimal solar energy harnessing year-round.

  Dynamic System Monitoring with user-friendly interface for easy activation, monitoring, and maintenance.

  Durable metal Racking and Critter Guard for added protection against the elements and pests.

✔  Quality Workmanship by licensed, certified electrical contractors specializing in solar panel installation.

Here’s what people are asking about Solar Panel Installation

Are Solar Panels Worth It?

  • Your new solar panels are engineered to the highest industry standards for superior performance and durability to ensure the best value for your investment.
  • Our low interest financing options, paired with government rebates that may be available, can make your solar power installation more affordable.

How much can I save by switching to solar energy?

  • While savings vary based on several factors, your new solar panel installation will be optimized to harness energy year-round, allowing you greater control over your home’s energy consumption.
  • Our Solar Panel specialists can provide a more detailed analysis of potential cost-savings during your solar assessment.

Will Solar Panels work in overcast weather?

  • Yes! Our monocrystalline solar panels utilize state-of-the-art PREC technology for higher efficiency even in low-light conditions, along with micro inverters engineered for optimal output.
  • Your new solar panels should be able to bank enough solar power from the summer to supply your home through the winter as well.

I am retiring soon. Is it too late to go solar?

  • Not necessarily. Homeowners on a fixed income or facing retirement face increasing costs to energy in many parts of Canada.
  • Investing in solar power now can protect you against rising energy costs by locking your electricity in at a lower rate.
  • Solar panels can increase the value of your home.

How long will my solar panel installation take?

  • Generally, you can expect your solar panel installation to be completed between 4 – 6 months
  • We always strive for prompt fulfillment to complete your retrofit as soon as possible.

How Solar Panel Installation Works

Free consultation

1 Submit a Request

Submit your request for a consultation and personalized solar assessment of your home.

Follow-Up Inspection

2 Get Professional Recommendations

After careful measurements, your authorized solar panel specialist will recommend the best solar plan from a range of top-tier products and professional services, including warranty options exclusively available to our valued customers.

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3) Get Your Job Completed Get Your Job Completed

Sit back, relax and let our authorized Local Pros handle every aspect of your solar panel installation, including paperwork, permits, activation and post-maintenance for a hassle-free experience and maximum savings.

Province

Rebates & Savings

 

Alberta

  • 1100 Solar Installations Completed since 2013.
  • Only deregulated market offering customized optimization for maximum savings.
  • Ranks #2 in Canada for sunlight exposure.

 

  • The Canada Greener Home Grant in AB offers eligible homeowners up to $1,000 per kW of solar power installed on their home (to a maximum of $5000).
  • It also provides up to $600 for the cost of pre-and post-install EnerGuide evaluations, bringing the total savings to $5,600.

 

 

British Columbia

  • 120 Solar Installations Completed since 2013.
  • A standard solar installation in BC generates an average 7700 kWh annually.
  • The average household in BC uses approximately 10,000 kWh per year.

 

 

  • The Canada Greener Home Grant in BC offers eligible homeowners up to $1,000 per kW of solar power installed on their home (to a maximum of $5000).
  • It also provides up to $600 for the cost of pre-and post-install EnerGuide evaluations, bringing the total savings to $5,600.

 

 

Nova Scotia

  • 3200 Solar Installations Completed.
  • Longest lasting energy rebate program in Canada.
  • Only province to offer credit for excess production at 100% the utility rate value.

 

 

  • Efficiency Nova Scotia offers applicants rebates of $0.30/Watt installed DC capacity—up to a maximum of $3000.* Applications are on a first-come, first-serve basis. 
  • Provincial and Federal grants are not stackable in Nova Scotia.

 

 

PEI

  • 2500 Solar Projects Completed.
  • 2nd Sunniest province in Atlantic Canada.
  • Currently has one of the highest utility rates in Canada.

 

  • Eligible applicants can apply to receive up to $25,000 (net of rebate) in repayable loans for 100% of invoiced costs (including non-refundable HST) associated with the purchase and installation of Solar PV systems that have been pre-approved by efficiency PEI under their Solar Electric Rebate Program. Learn More

 

 

Ontario

  • 3000 Solar Projects Completed
  • Ranks #4 among Canada’s sunniest places
  • Explosive growth of solar power in Ontario has resulted in reduced capacity – secure your place before it’s too late and save!

 

 

  • Ontario produces the most solar power of all the provinces.
  • Qualified Ontario homeowners can own or finance a new high-efficiency solar panel system with an affordable, low-interest solar plan that’s right for you.

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