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Frequently asked questions

Find answers to our most asked questions, including benefits to solar energy, cost savings, solar system setup, and more.

Top Questions

Q. Why Use Solar Energy?

Answer: There are a few reasons for switching to home solar. Home solar systems offer a clean, emissions-free, and renewable energy source. And unlike fossil fuels like natural gas and coal, home solar doesn’t release harmful pollutants or greenhouse gas emissions—like carbon dioxide—into the air and water supply.

Q. What are the Benefits of Solar Energy?

Answer: There are a few reasons for switching to home solar. Home solar systems offer a clean, emissions-free, and renewable energy source. And unlike fossil fuels like natural gas and coal, home solar doesn’t release harmful pollutants or greenhouse gas emissions—like carbon dioxide—into the air and water supply.

  • Solar panel and solar panel systems are increasingly affordable  – Residential solar power is more and more affordable, especially with the federal residential solar tax credit, which allows taxpayers to claim a 30% tax credit of the cost of the solar systems on their income taxes.
  • Solar panels help residential home owners save money on utility bills – Solar power helps you save money on your monthly utility bill. As utility bills continually trend upward, solar power remains a good  way to save money for years to come.
  • Solar panels allow you to keep the lights on when the grid goes down – Residential solar panel systems coupled with battery storage allow you to retain power when the electric grid goes down, and investing in battery story makes the most sense for families across the US.
  • Solar panel systems increase the value of your home – Academic studies, including the Berkeley National Laboratory Study, discovered that the installation of photovoltaic panels is viewed as an upgrade, similar to a kitchen renovation or finished basement. 
  • Solar panel systems work in a variety of climates – The only thing that solar panels need to generate electricity is sunshine. Even in places where there are fewer hours of daylight, there is still enough light to power the average sized American home.

Savings Questions

Q. How much can you save with residential home solar panels?

Answer: Although solar panel systems are an investment on your home and you may pay a little with the actual solar panel system and installation, you will enjoy significant savings and drastically reduce or even eliminate your energy bill. On average, the payoff period for a solar panel system in the US is around 8.5 years, and most people who have solar panel sytems will save thousands of dollars in energy costs over the lifespan of the system.

Q. What is the Federal Residential Solar Tax Credit and how can I save?
Answer: The Federal Residential Solar Tax Credit is an incentive program to help reduce the carbon footprint by encouraging homeowners to invest in solar enery. The solar tax credit is a non-refundable credit worth 30% of the gross system cost of your solar project. That means that if the gross system cost is $18,000, your tax credit would be $5,400 ($18,000 x 30%= $5,400).

Costs Questions

Q. How much does a solar panel system cost?

Answer:  Solar panel systems vary based on the square footage of the house and what type of system you invest in. They also vary by state and region. Homeowners can expect to pay somewhere between $4,500 – $36,000, with the average cost being around $16,000.  

Q. How much does a solar battery backup cost?
Answer:  Investing in a solar battery backup with your solar panel system makes sense if you face frequent blackouts, use battery incentives, want to live off-grid, or have time-of-use power rates. Depending on the size and type of the battery, a solar battery typically can range anywhere between $6,100 and $16,000.

Installation Questions

Q. How can I find out if solar panel system is right for me?

Answer: Find out if a solar panel system is right for you by requesting a quote from OneGrid Solar. Requesting a quote is free and our reps are here to help you understand your options and guide you through the process. 

Q. How does the process work?

Answer: After you request a quote from OneGrid Solar, a representative will be in touch with you within 24-48 hours. We will review things like the square footage of your house, how much you pay on average in electricity and several other questions to determine what the best option is for you. Once we go over all the options and a decision is made, we do all the work from the installation to teaching you how to maintain and troubleshoot your solar panel system.

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