Frequently Asked Questions

Imagine not having a power bill. Is that as amazing as it sounds? Yes, yes it is!
Solar is officially the least expensive form of electricity generation on the planet. Watt for watt, it is cheaper than anything else. Because of high data center energy consumption, it is expected that grid-power rates will continue to increase. States like Texas are already suffering rolling blackouts from data center energy usage and that is expected to affect more areas, such as ours, in the near future.

Solar is disaster resistant. When Hurricane Helene came through Western North Carolina in late 2024, since we were on solar and had lost our internet, we had no idea of the scope of the devastation. We still had power even though it took weeks or longer for the grid to be restored to many places.

My only fee is hourly - $60 for me and $50 for an assistant. The client pays for the supplies. There are no other hidden charges.

I prefer to get paid on the days that I work.

I recently installed a 12kW system for under $4,000, so that is a good general guideline for a system of that size.

They can order a solar kit from a retailer such as signaturesolar.com or eco-worthy.com and my helper and I can install it for them.

I prefer to stay nearby in NC, TN, SC, VA, GA, but am willing to travel for the right job.

Yes, I usually have some in stock, and I can always get more.

That depends on many factors, but most small to mid-sized projects can usually be completed in a month or two.

The most comfortable times of year to work on solar installations are in the spring and fall, when temperatures aren't blazing hot or freezing cold. Mild winter days can also be ideal.