There are a few ways that you can have a general idea if the solar panel system is working or not. A primary component of any solar system will be the inverter or gateway that is typically near the main service panel. This device usually will have a display or lights that will indicate the current state of the system. Solid green lights and blue lights are usually good. Any flashing lights or red or yellow lights may indicate a problem. Another way to know if a system is producing may be to look at the most resent utility bill for the property. Depending on the rate structure, there might be export credits shown the bill. To know for sure, though, we recommend hiring a solar electrician who can perform a complete and proper system inspection. Telesis Solar can perform these inspections throughout Arizona. Contact Us to schedule an inspection.

The benefits are many. First, a tune up helps identify any issues on the roof that could be major and costly in the future. Second, a cleaning allows more sunlight to pass through to the silicon wafers which will produce the most energy possible and maximize its potential. Finally, a tune-up/cleaning makes the roof look shiny and new which is enhances curb appeal. BEFOREAFTER

The transfer process can be very straightforward and simple. The first step would be to identify the ownership status of the system. Most will fall into one of the following categories: Own outright. If the system is owned outright then the system registration for the inverter/monitoring provider should be transferred. This is usually free and most inverter companies have a simple ownership transfer process. Lease. For leased systems, the sale of the home cannot close until the lease is transferred to the buyer. Most lease companies have specialized lease transfer teams and coordinators that help make the process easy. The buyer would need to qualify with good credit or pay a small transfer fee usually not greater than $300. Finance/Loan. As with a lease, the financier should be informed prior to closing. While the loan may be transferred, most sellers will include the appraised value of the system with the value of the home and then pay off the loan. This approach works out well for the buyer since they would not assume a separate monthly payment and would have a paid off system.

Solar homes typically sell at a premium. If the Realtor understands the terms of the deal completely and has a good understanding of the benefits of solar then a solar home will likely sell for more than a comparable non-solar home.

If the original solar installer has gone out of business it doesn’t make the house unsellable, and it doesn’t make the system bad. What it changes is who carries the responsibility when there is a system failure or the risk of an installation defect.At it's core, solar is a combination of a few electrical components added to a home. Therefore, any solar electrician or service technician should be able to provide ongoing support should there be any service needs in the future. Most technicians will know how to get failed components covered by manufacturer warranties which are typically 10-25 years. Warranties that survive a solar company's death:Module warranty. Manufacturer-issued, typically long-dated for both product and performance. Usually survives.Inverter warranty. Manufacturer-issued. Usually survives, and manufacturers generally have their own service processes.Warranties that die along with a solar company's demise:Workmanship / installation warranty. Installer-issued. Generally does not survive the company.Roof penetration warranty. Usually part of workmanship, and the one that hurts, because water intrusion under an array is expensive.

Savings can vary and there are no two identical scenarios. For example, the seller may use 1000 kWh of energy every month and have a minimal utility bill. However, the buyer may use 2000 kWh of energy per month and may experience higher bills. The opposite is true as well. Telesis Solar offers a bill analysis consultation to help the buyer have a realistic expectation of potential savings.