Solar panel installers: how to choose the right installer for you

“I want to enjoy self-consumption in my home, but who do I choose among the wide variety of solar panel installers on the market?

Do I have to take any factors into account? How do I make the filter?

You have probably asked yourself these questions to choose the right people to take care of your installation.

The solar energy industry has grown significantly since the repeal of the sun tax and the implementation of new policies aimed at the use of renewable energy sources.

In fact, it is estimated that the renewable energy sector could reach 38.2 million jobs by 2030.

However, the market is still in its infancy and it is important to find experts in the sector to carry out a correct installation.

Therefore, if you have decided to install a photovoltaic system in your home, you should be aware of a number of factors in order to find the right solar panel installer for your home.

That is precisely what we are going to tell you in this article.

In addition, we will discuss the following topics:

• Requirements to be met by an installer

• Steps to hire an installation company

• How we work with our installers

Which are the best solar panel installers? Make sure you take these factors into account

Nowadays you can find a multitude of photovoltaic solar panel installation companies in Spain.

And when you have so much choice available, it becomes an odyssey to choose the right team. That team that doesn’t give you any problems, is always there when you need it and installs your system correctly.

But that’s normal. The research phase is crucial.

You don’t want to delegate such a large investment to just any installer, do you?

Take the time you need and study the market offer in detail. This way, you can make a better decision based on your preferences.

Switching to self-consumption is a significant step and the installer must carry out a correct implementation of the solar system.

Therefore, during the technical visit, the roof must be thoroughly inspected in order to verify and confirm where all the components will be placed. This will be an essential point to check that everything is in order and to proceed with the management of the building permit and the installation itself.

If you want to know how to choose the right equipment for the installation of solar panels in your home, take a pen and paper and write down the following factors:

The installer must make a study of the surface.

This is not a piece of cake.

The installation company must carry out a roof survey before installing the solar panels.

And, of course, the orientation and inclination of the solar panels must be taken into account in order to produce energy at maximum efficiency. Therefore, the team of professionals must know which part of the roof surface will receive the most solar radiation during the day.

In the case of the Spanish territory, the best orientation is south with an approximate inclination between 20º and 40º depending on the geographical area.

But here there is a detail that we must not forget: not all homes are south-facing and in some cases, shadows may even lurk on the buildings, preventing the system from getting the most out of it.

For these particular situations, installers must offer the most appropriate alternative for their resolution.

What happens if the house is located to the north?

It will be necessary to assess your conditions in detail and check whether it is profitable to install photovoltaic panels.

The installation company should explain the design of the installation, i.e. why it has these dimensions and on what basis they have configured the specific number of modules to meet your needs.

Quality of all system components

Are all materials the same?

No.

When you are going to buy any product, such as furniture or technological products, you look for good quality materials so that they last as long as possible, don’t you?

Well, the same applies to the choice of solar panels. And you should not only limit yourself to the modules, but the quality of the solar inverter and the rest of the components are also crucial to extend the useful life of the system.

Remember that they must be approved.

Their quality affects long-term efficiency and performance.

Solar panel installers, based on the previous study of the roof, will offer the appropriate system to accelerate the return on investment and generate the necessary energy to cover your energy consumption.

Photovoltaic equipment, in the same way as electrical appliances, must comply with international standards established by the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC).

If you want your installation to be as efficient as possible, check if they have these certifications through national quality seals.

And last but not least, product and performance guarantees. Installation companies usually work with different brands and are responsible for advising and indicating which are the most suitable for your installation.

In short, the quality together with the product warranty and performance, can achieve great savings for your installation, extending its life and extracting its full potential to achieve the most efficient and profitable.

At SolarMente, we only work with manufacturers that provide a comprehensive guarantee on both product and performance. In the following table you have the data:

Check the workmanship warranty

Find out if the company offers an extended warranty against installation errors. This usually ranges from 1 to 5 years.

At SolarMente, we offer a 2-year warranty for systems purchased in cash. We choose installers who can offer you the best service and who meet the requirements set for the job.

Our aim is for you to enjoy clean, economical energy for as long as possible and to make significant savings on your electricity bill so that you can spend that money on what really matters to you.

We want you to have the support and personalised service you need to resolve any unexpected issues so you don’t have to worry about anything.

Check out the opinions of other customers

The opinions and experiences of people who have already tried the installer’s service have a lot of information to provide you with.

Does the company provide personalised follow-up and do they have a good after-sales service?

Customer testimonials are a real source of help.

Make a selection, read a significant number of reviews and then assess whether it is a professional team that offers a positive experience or, on the contrary, continue your research if you are not convinced by any of them.

Don’t just focus on the price of the solar panels. Go further and find out if the customer service is good, if they are there to answer all your questions. They should act as an energy advisor and solve your objections before and after the photovoltaic installation.

In addition to being professional, they have to provide security and confidence in the whole process.

Our customers have also rated us. In this way, we can check whether we are on the right track. It helps us to improve our service and that of our installers.

If you want to know what people who have already opted for our service think about it, you can see it in this article (including video).

Make sure they are available to help you

Calling a company over and over and over again without getting an answer leads to frustration. That’s why you need to make sure you hire installers who are there for you every step of the way.

Any problems are resolved in a short period of time.

Payments and financing

Not everyone has the budget to buy solar panels in cash. It requires a significant investment and often there is not enough money up front to pay for it.

What’s the good news?

There are different models that allow you to enjoy solar energy:

• Purchase of the installation (cash or financed).
• Solar subscription (leasing)

At SolarMente, we want to bring clean and affordable energy to every home. That is why we offer our solar subscription model.

A modality that allows you to rent solar panels without having to make an initial investment.

And this is what you will get:

• Save on your electricity bill every month

• Generate clean and renewable energy

• 100% maintenance included

>> If you want to take advantage of all the benefits of solar energy by renting your solar panels, click here and calculate your monthly fee.

Switching to self-consumption is easier than it seems.

And yes, you are also entitled to apply for subsidies for solar panels even if you are renting the installation.

Can I help you with the legal formalities and applying for subsidies?

The legalisation of a photovoltaic system is mandatory. This is essential to avoid problems and fines in the future.

According to the self-consumption regulations, it is necessary to establish a series of procedures depending on the installation and the autonomous community in which you live. The process usually takes 1 or 2 months, but it can be extended. This is a guideline.

If you want to know all the necessary permits to install solar panels, you will find them in this article.

On the other hand, we have the management of subsidies and grants for self-consumption in Spain.

From SolarMente, we process all the permits from the town hall so that you don’t have to worry about the paperwork. Bureaucracy can sometimes be a burden.

As for subsidies, we manage the subsidies for clients in Catalonia and we work with an agency that is responsible for processing the documents for installations located outside this geographical area.

Steps to contract a solar panel installer

Once you know the necessary factors for a correct installation, it is time to start the contracting process.

You only need to follow the following steps to make a decision based on the data obtained.

These are:

1. Specify your energy needs. Write down your approximate monthly consumption and the contracted power. Also, don’t forget to note down the time slots in which you use your electrical appliances the most. It makes the installer’s job easier and the study will be more accurate.

2. Request several quotes. Contact several solar panel installation companies. Ask for advice and check what they offer and what the process would be like.

3. Compare the offers. Which installer has stood out from the rest? Examine each quote. Find out what services you are interested in and if the price is right for you.

4. Choose the installer that meets your requirements.

How do we install solar panels at SolarMente?

We try to make the process as easy as possible.

We explain the procedure in a simple way so as not to cause confusion in the future and to resolve any doubts you may have, because yes, it is normal that some questions may arise along the way.

Anyway, these are the steps to follow if you sign up for our service:

1. Enter your address and monthly expenses in our self-consumption calculator.

2. The sales team will contact you to explain the whole process and what you need.

3. Once you have given the go-ahead, the installers will make a technical visit to your home to finalise the installation.

4. The building permit is arranged.

5. The installation of solar panels in your home begins.

6. We proceed to legalise the system so that you can enjoy clean energy and reduce your bill by up to half.

And voilà!

All that remains is to apply for subsidies and aid for self-consumption to accelerate the return on your investment.

Now it’s your turn: choose the solar panel installation company that meets your requirements.

Choosing the right installer is no easy task.

We know that.

It requires research. A lot of research.

We’re talking about an investment that will be with you for years to come. You can’t make a hasty decision from one day to the next.

You need to assess the factors mentioned in this article to make the right choice. That is, hire solar energy specialists who will avoid more than one headache.

Find out which manufacturers they work with, their guarantees, customer reviews, experience in the sector. The more complete the information, the better. The more complete the information, the better.

And another of the fundamental pillars that we work on at SolarMente is personalised service.

Because we offer you just what you need. No more and no less.

Do you want to check it?

Make your query in our self-consumption calculator and we will call you to explain what your home needs.

>> Just click on this link and find out all the information.

See you there!