It is time to go Solar! By going solar, you'll be saving time, saving money, and most importantly - saving our planet.
Why Go Solar?
Better for the Environment
Your Solar Pro system is the wave of the future, thanks in large part because it is healthy for the environment. There has been a breakthrough regarding solar energy around the world.
Cost Cutting
The electricity your solar system produces offsets your electrical usage, significantly reducing or in some cases even nearly eliminating your electric bill so you can spend the money elsewhere or save the difference. Any excess power you produce is purchased by the power company at 2.5 cents per kWh.
Increased Home Value
The American Association of Appraisers has found that a home or building with a solar PV array has a higher market value than the same building without, as well as better resale values for owners.
Planning and Saving
Your solar system and any components you add to the system in the future (including battery storage) qualifies for a 30% Federal Tax Credit. Solar Pro can provide more information on the exact steps you will need to take to power your home with solar energy.
How Solar Works?
Solar radiation is light – also known as electromagnetic radiation – that is emitted by the sun. While every location on Earth receives some sunlight over a year, the amount of solar radiation that reaches any one spot on the Earth’s surface varies. In Western South Dakota we received lots of sunlight. In fact, Western South Dakota receives on average annually 275 days of sunshine....more than even Tampa, Florida!
Solar technologies capture this radiation and turn it into useful forms of energy.
When the sun shines onto a solar panel, energy from the sunlight is absorbed by the photovoltaic (PV) cells in the panel. This energy creates electrical charges that move in response to an internal electrical field in the cell, causing electricity to flow.
Paperwork & Agreement
Visit the Solar Pro Showroom where an expert will take your current electric usage history and a Google Maps picture of your roof to design a solution custom fit for your home or business. A quote will be prepared. When you are ready to schedule installation you simply sign the quote.
Site Eligibility
Every site is eligible for a solar energy system. Most often the roof is the best spot but if heavily shaded, a sunny part of your property may be better suited. Solar Pro has mapping software to help determine the best location for your home or business.
Installation & Permissions
Local and County permits are required before installation commences. Solar Pro will take care of all of that!
Utility Connection
Most installations will require Utility Connection. Solar Pro works directly with local Utilities (Black Hills Energy, West River Electric, and Black Hills Electric Coop) to make the connection. A new meter will be installed. The power company will pay you 2.5 cents per kWh you produce in excess of what you use.
Solar On!
A Solar Pro system is the most modern and easy to use system available. You will essentially have to do nothing! If your home has Wi-Fi, there is an app that Solar Pro will set up for you where you can monitor and watch how much power your panes are delivering at any moment.
