Are you on the market for Solar Panels? Make sure you do your research! Here's some things to remember while choosing a company to instal your new energy source.

2. Installing solar panels has become popular
among homeowners and there are many
solar panel cowboys ready to rip them off
when it comes to price, quality and
installation. It's important that every
household has a safe power system that
will work efficiently and effectively for many
years. So if you're considering installing
solar panels then you should focus on
hiring a contractor who can be fully trusted
to do the right thing. So what should you
look for when searching for your installer?

3. Certification
To be sure your power system is safe and
works effectively, make certain that the
contractor you hire has the appropriate
qualifications and certifications required for
your location. There are plenty of people
ready to con you, so take a very close look
at how well educated and trained the
contractors are who are offering you their
services. Remember, this is your power
supply and certain licenses to work with
electricity will be required. Call up your
local council and find out all you can about
what the requirements are for installing
solar panels and who is qualified to do the
work.

4. Quotes
Although it can be time consuming, getting
a number of quotes is an excellent way to
ensure you don't pay more than is
necessary for the job to be completed.
Many con men will be deterred if you tell
them up front that you're seeking several
quotes and will be making a decision over
the coming days. This won't guarantee that
you'll avoid all con men, but it's one step in
helping to deter the lazy opportunists.

5. Steer clear of companies who attempt to
charge you for a quote. Most companies
will gladly survey your property for free.
They will in the effort to understand the job
completely so they can provide you with a
solid quote. Once you have a short list of
who you might want to move forward with,
take some extra time to research. Check
online reviews from trusted sources,
contact customers who have provided
testimonials, or ask the company for some
addresses of properties they've fitted so
you can see their work.

6. Beware of Finance
Beware of any finance plans that solar
providers are offering. Read the fine print
and be certain you completely understand
what you're signing. If the finance includes
things such as high interest or balloon
payment schemes, then be very careful. It
could make more sense to consider a
home improvement loan from your bank.
Check around to see what’s being offered
in the way of discounts and rebates.

7. Lastly, make sure to use good common
sense. If you receive a very low quote this
could indicate that the company doesn't
have enough experience. On the other
hand, a very high quote will show that the
provider is unaware of the going rate in
your area. Another way to spot a less than
perfect solar contractor is when they
appear unwilling to answer your probing
questions around their qualifications. If
you’re hesitant then trust your instincts and
move on to an alternative contractor.

8. By being thorough in your research for a
quality solar panel installer you will avoid
con men that could end up costing you
thousands of dollars unnecessarily. A little
bit of research and patience will go a long
way in making sure you don't get ripped
off. Ensuring that you get a home fitted
with solar panels at a reasonable price,
within a reasonable time frame, and that
are built to last.

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