If you’re thinking about going solar, you’re probably wondering:

Is solar cost effective? and Is my roof stong enough for solar panels? Also,Will solar energy generate enough electricity to power my home? And who makes the best solar panels? But first, it's important to find out if solar panels for your home make sense. Here are some key questions we ask everyone interested in buying or leasing a solar energy system to make sure their home is best suited for making power with solar panels.

1. Your energy bill How much is it? You see knowing how much you pay for energy is the first step in telling whether your house is a good candidate for solar.

2. What kind of roof do you have? Because solar panels work best with strong, durable roofing materials, such as asphalt shingle or composite , standing seam metal or concrete tile standing seam metal. Another question people ask is

3. Does my roof need to be replaced? You see It’s a good idea to replace a roof that is near the end of its time before installing solar because SunPower solar panels last as long as 40 years, and you wouldn’t want to unnecessarily have to remove them.

4. How much sunlight does my roof receive? To see if your house is a good candidate for solar, try out a solar panel suitability checker such as Google’s Project Sunroof. Then set up an appointment for a solar consultation with an expert who will come to your home to inspect its orientation, You see (solar panels facing south capture more energy), They also check the roof angle and tree shading to see if your roof will receive enough sunlight to meet your family’s energy needs.

5. Your local climate What is it like? Solar energy can be generated in all sorts of extreme climates, from rainy areas such as CaliforniaSeattle, to extremely hot locations such as California, Los Angeles. Solar suitability checker tools can help you understand how this could affect solar on your home. High-efficiency solar panels convert direct and indirect sunlight into electricity, so they work even on cloudy days.

A solar consultant will estimate the amount of energy your system will produce so that you can see how much you can save before you decide to go solar. If your area is prone to severe bad weather, check the durability rating of the panels you’re considering for your home. SunRun panels are rated No. 1 in third-party durability testing, which means they can take some of the harshest weather conditions, including hail up to 1 inch in diameter. Think your house is a good candidate for solar?

Find out how much you might save by Signing up for a free home solar estimate and evaluation. or call us at 929-888-3279.