Increase Your Home Value
Buying a home with solar panels translates into lower electricity costs. Solar panels will increase a home`s attractiveness on the market, similarly to homes with low property taxes, homes in school districts and homes with good Home Energy Ratings (a measurement of a energy efficiency). A study conducted by National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) concluded that homes with solar panels sell 20% faster and for 17% more money. U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory found that the sales price of the average home increased $17,000 with solar panels.
Start Saving from Day 1
Solar purchase power agreements (PPAs) and solar leasing has made it possible for homeowners to go solar for little or no money down. Many homeowners choose to finance their solar panels with one of the “pay-as-you-go” financing options. This means that a third-party company – the solar provider – owns the solar system and takes care of installation, maintenance, monitoring and repairs. You simply pay the solar provider for electricity – less than you would`ve paid the utility company. As of June 2013, 75% of all American homes have access to pay-as-you-go solar.
Take Advantage of Incentives
As of 2009, the $2,000 cap on the Federal Solar Tax Credit is lifted. You will get 30% of total system costs back (equipment and installation). This means you would save $7,500 on a solar system worth $25,000. Combine this with state and local rebates, Solar Renewable Energy Credits (SRECs), and total costs can be cut in half. Take advantage of incentives while they last. Data from One Block Off the Grid shows that the average solar home in South Florida earns between $5,000 and $7,000 by selling their SREC credits every year.
About Us
SUN4USA has over 25 years of experience in the design, installation and maintenance of Solar Photovoltaic systems for homes and business. Our team of highly skilled technicians and qualified electricians are ready to inspect and diagnose your solar system. A complete ‘check-up’ will identify if your system is correctly installed (as systems are frequently not), and recommend improvements to achieve your system’s maximum potential (as this is often not the case).
SUN4USA is a South Florida based business providing the full range of services to ensure our customers achieve the maximum gain possible form the Florida sun! Inspection, maintenance and cleaning programs maintain the ability of your system to provide efficient and care free operation. SUN4USA works with directly with homeowners and business owners, architects, homebuilders and general contractors. We’ve installed solar systems on homes under construction and homes that are 100 years old.
When a customer calls us for an estimate on a solar system, we start by asking some basic questions starting with what kind of rooftop do you have on your home or business? The degree of the slope of your rooftop along with the tilt of the solar system and the location of the system in relation to the sun all affect the ability of your solar system to produce energy. Our site evaluation helps to define the scope of your power needs now and into the future. We will try to anticipate you current and future electrical needs to ensure you will have the excess capacity. We will design your system so that it is capable of powering not just your home, but your future automobile, as well. From our site evaluation we do the math, calculating the amount of energy monthly that your solar system will produce—predicting the modules of output and your energy cost savings.
After we have the data we need we will design a solar electric system to suite your needs. Once your design has been completed and approved, we’ll install your system in short order. When we install a system, we pride ourselves on quality installations and clean work. Our installers are knowledgeable and can answer your questions about solar energy. They’re also respectful of you and your property—keeping the intrusions to your home and business to a minimum. In no time at all you’ll be generating your own clean renewable energy. It’s like turning back the clock, making money while you’re making energy.
Our Services
Solar System Installation
At SUN4USA, our goal is to deliver the best possible solar electric systems to our clients at competitive prices. SUN4USA understands that each customer has different requirements and objectives. To accommodate those needs, we have developed a set of tightly-integrated processes enabling us to create solar electric solutions of optimal quality and performance.
System Repairs
A common fault with a solar system is the ‘isolation’ of a string of the panels which form part of the total system. This could be due to: a tripped fuse, a loose cable connection, or a faulty panel. This loss of panel input regularly goes undetected, as the inverter will still operate as normal. It will, however, usually result in a 50% reduction in the output of the inverter.
System Safety Check
Our technicians are qualified electricians and will ensure the system is installed and setup in the most efficient manner. Individual testing of all system components will confirm their electrical capacity and a system performance assessment will provide an accurate annual yield for the system.
Solar System Maintenance
It is an irrefutable fact that any shading, even on just one of the system’s panels, will dramatically reduce the overall performance of the system. Often the shading is unavoidable or only occurs at certain times of the year. A solar system is only as strong as its weakest link. Effectively, if you have one panel yielding 180 Watts and another yielding only 45W (as it is in shade), the entire system is capped at 45Watts per panel and therefore the system is losing 75% of its potential. To overcome the detrimental effects of shade, Solar Servicing SA can inspect the premises and discuss with you our recommended option, to optimize the system.
Solar System Upgrades
Is your solar system meeting expectations? Is it doing what you hoped it would? Do you want it to do more? Our team get excited about the opportunity to identify possible solutions to increase the capacity of your system. With the announcement of electricity costs going up a further 30% in 2014, many solar systems are not performing sufficiently to cover your electricity usage or provide an electricity generating credit. Can you afford to be wasting the power of the Florida sun?
Solar Panel Cleaning
Have your solar modules (panels) been properly cleaned to ensure the most efficient output of your system? The cleaning of solar modules is very important to the output of your solar system. (Think of a clean car windscreen verse a windscreen that has not been cleaned in 6 months.) Dust build up during the summer months can result in 5-10% loss of your entire solar system. It is recommended that you have your modules expertly cleaned using only the right materials to ensure system optimisation. We can also add a protective coating to your panels to improve your solar panel efficiency by up to 9%, ask us about this today!
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Testimonials
Sandra Powers – Fort Lauderdale
SUN4USA was prompt with setup and quick with installation, from sign up to installed in under 4 weeks. Tested by others on time and on grid took longest due to our power company but still very happy with the service. Just waiting to see how much it saves me as installed in next months but can see savings on amount generated by system already. Have now received our summer bill, quite a saving on our previous summer bill, very impressed.
Kelly McCormick – Parkland
Working with Mike was a pleasure to deal with. Was impressed by how quick the installation was done. The installers were professional. I was looking at another system that was a 3rd of the price more. Comparing the 2 systems the Solar panels where the same brand, and similar inverter. Good price, and speedy service. Thank you SUN4USA.
Paul D. Stanton – Boca Raton
SUN4USA have offered us a lot of support and we’re very accommodating to our changing schedule! They were quick to install and gave plenty of information about the product. Great price and very friendly teams at sales end and those sent out to install. The last 3 months we had a savings of about 35% in our electrical bill and that made us very happy. Would highly recommend SUN4USA to anyone.
Stephen Mills – Miami
Our 2nd system installed by SUN4USA, had an upgrade at our previous house. The installation was great however had one of two inverters faulty but now replaced and performing well. Mike and his crew are great professionals, very knowledgeable and caring. Would recommend this company for price and excellent service.
FAQ
What are the financial benefits of solar energy?
When you install a solar energy system on your property, you save money on your electricity bills and protect yourself against rising electricity rates in the future. How much you can save depends on the utility rates and solar policies in your area, but going solar is a smart investment regardless of where you live.
What are the environmental benefits of solar energy?
Solar power, like other renewable energy resources, has many environmental and health benefits. Going solar reduces greenhouse gas emissions, which contribute to climate change, and also results in fewer air pollutants like sulfur dioxide and particulate matter, which can cause health problems.
How does solar impact my property values?
Studies have shown that homes with solar energy systems sell for more than homes without them. However, your property value will only increase if you own, rather than lease, your solar panel system. In most parts of the country, going solar will actually increase your property value more than a kitchen renovation.
Should I buy or lease my solar panel system?
The decision to buy or lease your solar energy system depends on your reasons for going solar. If you are interested in maximizing the financial returns of your solar energy system, buying the system is probably a better decision for you. However, if you prioritize an easy, maintenance-free way to reduce your energy bills and help the environment, you should consider a solar lease.
Do my solar panels produce power when the sun isn’t shining?
The amount of power your solar energy system can generate is dependent on sunlight. As a result, your solar panels will produce slightly less energy when the weather is cloudy, and no energy at night. However, because of high electricity costs and financial incentives, solar is a smart decision even if you live in a cloudy city.
Can I go off grid with solar panels?
When you install solar panels on your property, you will still be connected to the grid. This allows you to draw from the grid when your system is not producing all of the power that you need, and send power back to the grid when you produce more than you use. It is possible to go off the grid with a solar energy system that includes battery storage, but it will cost significantly more and is unnecessary for the majority of homeowners.
Will I still receive an electric bill if I have solar panels?
Unless your solar energy system includes battery storage and you are fully off the grid, you will still receive a bill from your utility. However, you can dramatically reduce your bill, or even cut the amount you owe to $0, with a solar panel system that matches your energy use.
Which is better – solar loans or solar leases?
Solar loans and solar leases each have advantages and disadvantages. Both options reduce your monthly electricity bills and your impact on the environment, but the terms and conditions of each type of agreement are different. Compare solar loans and solar leases on EnergySage to determine which one is right for you.
How much will solar panel maintenance cost?
Solar panel systems are made of durable tempered glass and require little to no maintenance for the 25 to 35 years that they will generate power. In most cases, you don’t even need to clean your solar panels regularly. If something does happen, most equipment manufacturers include warranties, although warranty terms depend on the company.
What solar energy rebates and incentives are available?
Solar rebates and incentives vary depending on where you live. The most significant is the 30 percent federal investment tax credit (ITC), which allows you to deduct 30 percent of the cost of your solar energy system from your taxes. Some states offer additional tax credits, and certain municipalities and utilities also offer cash rebates or other incentives.
What are my solar financing options?
There are three solar financing options: you can purchase your system in cash, take out a solar loan to buy your system, or sign a solar lease/power purchase agreement (PPA). EnergySage’s Instant Estimate Tool can help you assess the costs and 20-year savings of each solar financing option; its calculations are based on your roof plus real quote data from your area.
How do I choose the best solar loan?
Many different institutions offer solar loans, including local and national banks, specialty financing companies, manufacturers, and credit unions. To choose the best solar loan for you, compare options from a few different financing providers. Use the EnergySage Solar Marketplace to review multiple equipment, installer, and financing options.
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