Your Questions. Answered.
Solar panels capture sunlight and convert it into DC electricity. An inverter converts that into AC electricity—the type your home or business uses. Excess energy is sent back to the grid (net metering) or stored in a battery for later use. The result: lower utility bills, energy independence, and a smaller carbon footprint.
Yes, we stand behind our work:
25-year warranty on solar panels (manufacturer)
10 to 15-year warranty on inverters and batteries
10-year workmanship warranty on our installation labor
Ongoing performance monitoring to catch issues early
The cost varies based on your energy usage, roof size, and panel selection. On average:
Residential (The Sunkeeper™): $15,000–$35,000 before incentives
Commercial (The Powerforge™): Custom quoted based on system size
After the 30% federal tax credit, most homeowners pay significantly less. We provide free, custom quotes with no obligation.
Yes! We offer flexible payment options for both plans:
For The Sunkeeper™ (Residential):
Cash purchase
$0 down solar loans (10–25 years)
Lease
PPA (Power Purchase Agreement)
For The Powerforge™ (Commercial):
Cash purchase
Commercial loans (5–20 years)
Commercial lease
PPA
ECA (Energy Contract Agreement)
We also help you navigate the 30% federal ITC and state-specific incentives.
The Investment Tax Credit (ITC) allows you to deduct 30% of your total system cost from your federal taxes. For example, if your system costs $25,000, you get **$7,500 back** on your taxes. This applies to both residential and commercial systems.
How to claim:
File IRS Form 5695 for residential systems
File IRS Form 3468 for commercial systems
No cap on system size
Available through 2032 (stepping down after)
Consult your tax advisor for specific guidance.
Most residential installations are completed in 1 to 3 days once permits are approved. The full process, from site survey to final inspection and grid connection, typically takes 4 to 8 weeks, depending on your local utility and municipality timelines.
For commercial systems: Installation timelines vary based on system size and complexity. We provide a detailed schedule during the proposal phase.
Without a battery, your solar system will shut off during an outage for safety reasons. With our battery storage solutions, your system automatically disconnects from the grid and powers your home using stored energy. We install systems from Tesla, Enphase, and Generac for seamless backup.
Absolutely. Solara Contracting manages every step of the administrative process:
Local building permits
HOA approvals (if applicable)
Utility interconnection applications
Incentive and rebate paperwork
You don’t have to make a single phone call to the city or utility, we handle it all.
Solar panels require very little maintenance. Rain typically keeps them clean. However, we recommend an annual inspection to check for debris, bird droppings, or any shading issues. With our performance monitoring, we can detect drops in production remotely and alert you if something needs attention.
If you own your system (cash or loan):
It stays with the home and adds value (4–6% increase in resale value)
You can include the remaining loan balance in the home sale
If you lease or have a PPA:
You can transfer the agreement to the new homeowner (subject to approval)
You can also buy out the system before selling
We provide full documentation to make the transition smooth.
Still have questions?
Our team is ready to walk you through every detail. Whether you’re just curious or ready to go solar, we’ll give you honest, straightforward information.