"Why does one contractor quote prices in DC watts and you quote prices in AC watts? I'm a bit confused".
The industry uses the standard of CEC AC watts when referring to a photovoltaic system's size. There are times when a contractor quotes prices in DC watts. This can cause confusion with homeowners. It's important to know the difference. Click here to read Understanding of STC, PTC, and CEC AC watts.

“When a solar power system is installed, you guys pull a permit. Doesn’t the county re-assess the value of my property and what does this do to my property taxes?”
Indeed, the property of you home increases when you install a solar power system. But to foster solar in our state, our legislature has passed laws that disallow a property tax increase due to a solar installation. In fact, solar is the only home improvement project that will not raise your property tax. Solar owners will, however, receive a form to fill out from the assessor’s office only for information purposes. Here’s an example from the county of Fresno.

"I’ve heard PGE will be coming out with new meters. What does this mean to me?”
PGE has been granted permission from the PUC to proceed with their “Smart Meter” program. This ambitious project will replace 9.3 million meters statewide by 2011. If you have a new solar system installed, a new Smart Meter will be installed. The nice thing about these is they can be read remotely meaning no more utility readers. Also, they will allow for a broader choice of energy price choices. Read more here…

"I understand there is new solar technology on the market. I want the best solar system and I don't want something that will be outdated in a short time. Should I wait?"
There will always be new technology on the horizon. But the current silicon based photovoltaic technology has the very important distinction of being time tested (decades, in fact) and is highly cost effective.  Other solar technology has not met our standards for reliability, production, and cost effectiveness.

Click here for more FAQ's