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What is the life expectancy of my system?
A solar PV system installed by Sunriver Solar comes with a full ten-year warranty against defects in materials and workmanship. Additionally the costliest single component of your system, the PV panels have a manufacturer’s limited warranty for twenty-five years. If not the best, it is close to the best warranty available for any improvement you can make to your home or business. The systems we install are incredibly robust and reliable, and we stand behind every one… in writing. |
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What kind of maintenance am I required to perform on my system?
Normal maintenance is little more that rinsing the accumulated dust from the panels when they become dirty. Clean water from a hose is all that is needed. There are no moving parts. |
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Do you offer financing for solar PV systems or do I need to go to a bank?
You may use your own lender or one of ours. There are lenders that specialize in lending on PV systems. |
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Are customers aware of businesses making the move to renewable energy sources?
More than ever you see businesses touting their greenness to their customers. However many of their efforts seem to have more hype than substance behind them. Solar PV systems are recognized by even the most skeptical people as a genuine reflection of a business’s sincere dedication to social responsibility. Customers are aware, and they do take notice. We can install monitoring systems viewable by the public so they can see the positive impact you are making in the community and beyond. |
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O.K. What is the bottom line?
Contact a representative from Sunriver Solar for an in depth financial analysis of the specific needs of your business. We are confident that the numbers will speak for themselves. |
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I produce electricity during the day while I am at work and am not there to consume it. When I get home in the evening I run appliances and lights. Am I generating electricity that I never get to use?
The simple answer is no. While you were at work your solar PV system was busy creating electricity that you didn’t consume, but it was not wasted. It was being fed back into the electrical grid and running your electric meter backwards. You received credit for every kilowatt-hour that you produced during the day whether you were there to use it or not. |
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What if I produce more electricity than I consume over the course of a year. Will I receive a check in the mail from the utility company?
It depends. If you are served by PG&E, SCE, or SDG&E you will not be compensated if you produce more than you use (on annual basis). If you are served by a municipally owned utility you may get a check for your excess production or in some cases you may be able to offset other utilities provided by the municipality. For example you may be able to offset your garbage bill if you produce more electricity than you use. As stated above the larger investor owned utilities like PG&E will not compensate you for anything above and beyond what you consume. This is why it is critical to design your system based upon your usage and specifically tailor it to the rules that apply in your service area. Many factors are taken into consideration when arriving at the optimal design and size of your system. A representative from Sunriver Solar will provide you with a comprehensive analysis in determining the appropriate system for your needs. |
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Are rebates and other government incentives available to assist me in the expense of installing a system?
Yes, and they are substantial. Please refer to our government rebate page. If you are served by a municipal utility, contact us and we will be happy to tell you what the incentives are in your area. |
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I have heard that Solar PV systems are costly. Do they actually make sound economic sense to me as a business or commercial property owner?
Yes. Today you are witnessing more businesses installing solar PV systems than ever before and the reason is simple. They make financial and economic sense. California offers cash rebates offsetting the initial costs of installation and accelerated depreciation. The Federal government offers an investment tax credit and accelerated depreciation. The impact of these incentives on the final cost of the system to a business owner is significant. These financial incentives are very enticing on their own but should not distract a prospective customer from recognizing the inherent benefits of a Solar PV system: You will be reducing your monthly utility expenditures for the life of the system. It is clear that we are living in times of very uncertain energy supplies as has been evidenced by record petroleum and gasoline prices. Electricity rates historically are impacted by oil prices along with every other form of energy we consume in this country. Rates will only rise in the future and a solar PV system is one way that you can shield yourself from their impact on your business. An appropriately designed system from Sunriver Solar will save you thousands of dollars over the life of the system. It is truly a sound and wise business move, today more than ever. |