There is a rising demand for commercial solar panels around the whole world. Government agencies, commercial residential developments, large-scale businesses, and utilities are all candidates when it comes to taking advantage of the clean power offered by the sun. Apart from offering energy at a decreased cost, installation of these solar systems can give clients a means of decreasing their carbon footprint as well as taking full advantage of tax incentives given to businesses taking part in the solar power trend. There are three key areas you have to think about when selecting a contractor for your installation; turnkey or DIY operations, integrated or third-party financing, and straight install versus consulting.
- DIY or turnkey system
Several commercial clients back away from solar power installation because they lack the knowledge and resources that are required to manage multifaceted projects like a solar power installation. Turnkey systems can eliminate some of the worry and hassle from the process when clients, liaison with an individual contractor that offers ‘cradle to grave’ assistance for such projects.
The contractor will evaluate your site carefully and analyze it for the technologies that will be compatible then, design and engineer the system according to his findings. After that, he goes on to negotiate prices and contracts with sub-consultants, manage onsite construction, and offer quality assurance all through the way. Finally, he keeps monitoring and maintaining the system into the future to ensure that your commercial solar installation continues to function at maximum efficiency. This solution is truly effective for several clients that lack the resources or time to effectively manage multiple contractors, acting as their construction manager. Additionally, individual contractors translate into a single point of contact for every issue, making your project management transparent and simple.
- Friendly financing
Financing the purchase, installation, and maintenance of a big solar project can be challenging. If your establishment is undertaking this kind of project, it’s wise to select a vendor who features integrative, versus third-party financing options. With third-party financing, the client is expected to independently find financing for his installations. This means that you have to conduct your own research so you determine tax credits, rebates, and get the best rates possible. Installers that offer their own financing usually partner with financial institutions to create financing plans that prevent upfront costs and keep clients’ capital free to be utilized for other investments and projects.
- Installation or consulting
Should you buy your system from a firm that consults, that is, one that features an expertise level in every area of solar power installation or just employ a basic installer, or somebody with the knowledge of only one to two specific systems? Obviously, the installer might initially appear more cost-effective, till you factor in the cost of offering (hiring) project management assistance, and getting the right maintenance as well as monitoring assistance when the project is completed.
Typically, consultants are capable of eliminating errors and learning curves when installing your commercial solar panels as they offer a team that’s already familiar with working together. Additionally, their wide expertise through the project’s lifespan brings that value-added element to the table. Generally, they simply have more experience and knowledge.
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