Is my roof ready for Solar? Assessing Your Roof and Energy Use.
The key factors are having optimal roof conditions and energy usage patterns.
The key factors are having optimal roof conditions and energy usage patterns.
Going solar can yield major savings and environmental benefits. But how can you know if solar is truly right for your home? The key factors are having optimal roof conditions and energy usage patterns.
Assessing Your Roof
When evaluating home solar readiness, we conduct an extensive roof inspection assessing:
– Roof age, condition, and estimated years of life left
– Roof type – asphalt, tile, metal and other materials can all work
– Total solar array area needed based on energy use
– Roof square footage available for panels
– Sun exposure throughout the day
– Shading from trees, chimneys or other obstructions
– Roof direction and angle of each section
– Structural soundness to support panel weight
If your roof checks the right boxes, has adequate unshaded area, and is structurally sound, solar should be feasible. Any issues can be addressed during installation.
Evaluating Energy Use
We also conduct full energy usage audits examining:
– Historical monthly and annual electricity consumption
– Seasonal variations and peak energy use times
– Main energy drains like HVAC systems and water heaters
– Opportunities to improve efficiency further before sizing solar
With energy use patterns analyzed, we right-size a system to optimally offset your unique usage.
Schedule an Assessment Today
The best way to determine if your home is truly solar ready is to have our team of experts conduct an on-site evaluation. Contact us today to schedule your free solar assessment!
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