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Getting Started with Solar
 

Our solar business members are well qualified and courteous and will guide you through the necessary steps to select and complete your new solar photovoltaic system. Here is a summary of those steps and some tips to make your process even more effective.

   
1

Select solar designers and installers from Solar Vendors and contact for assessment
2
Gather last years electrical usage numbers.
3

REVIEW and COMPLETE our program’s energy conservation checklist
4

Request solar installation proposals
5

Choose the best proposal and sign your purchase agreement
6

Provide info for installer to initiate rebate and utility paperwork
7

Watch your solar system get professionally installed

8

SEE your solar system’s thorough building code/quality inspection

9

EVALUATE your system and service to ensure program accountability

10

ENJOY your utility meter running backwards and lower electric bills!

1. SELECT: Solar Richmond solar vendors are local, experienced, and well qualified to install the right system for you. Visit our Solar Vendors page to see a list of participating solar businesses.

Click here for some tips on selecting a solar pv installer

3. REVIEW: It is important to review and implement any possible energy conservation measures for your home or business as you are deciding on the appropriate size for your solar pv system. Click here to download an Energy Conservation Checklist (PDF).

8. SEE: In addition to the building inspection that is required by the City of Richmond,  Solar Richmond will provide a more detailed inspection to be sure your installation is up to our standards. If it is not, we will help you get it corrected.

9. EVALUATE: We keep a tight quality control on our solar business members. We want to be sure you are getting the best quality, service and performance. You can help us keep this quality standard by completing a customer evaluation survey after your installation is complete. Your installer should provide you with one - or you can download it here: Customer Evaluation Form (PDF).