- Why should I buy solar from Copper State Solar?
- We are a locally owned and operated southern Arizona company who will expertly install a quality product at the lowest price. We are proud to support our neighboring businesses and local communities.
- What do you mean by watts, kilowatts, (kW) kilowatt hours (kWh)?
- The kilowatt is equal to one thousand watts. This unit is typically used to express the output power of engines and the power consumption of tools and machines. It is also a common unit used to express the electromagnetic power output of radio transmitters.
- One kilowatt of power is approximately equal to 1.34 horsepower. A small electric heater with one heating element can use 1.0 kilowatt. The average annual electrical energy consumption of a household in the United States is about 8,900 kilowatt-hours, equivalent to a steady power consumption of about 1 kW, for an entire year.
- The kilowatt hour, or kilowatt-hour, (symbol kW·h, kW h) is a unit of energy equal to 1000 watt hours or 3.6 megajoules.
- Energy in watt hours is the multiplication of power in watts and time in hours.
- The kilowatt hour is most commonly known as a billing unit for energy delivered to consumers by electric utilities.
- Where are the best places in my home or business for solar paneling?
- The ideal place is on a roof where the solar tiles can face directly south without obstructions or shading. The wiring can be run through conduit to the meter where the inverter will be placed.
- How much will my system save me in energy costs?
- That depends on the size of the system installed. Our systems can be sized to eliminate part or all of your electric bill.
- How long will it take to see real energy savings?
- The day the system is installed it starts producing electricity. You will see savings on your first electric bill the month the system is installed.
- Is there anything I need to do to maintain the solar panels?
- The system has no moving parts and requires no maintenance other than hosing the panels off periodically.
- Will my solar panels work efficiently on cloudy or rainy days?
- The system will produce electricity during daylight hours, but at a lower volume when not in direct sunlight.
- What incentives and rebates are available from the state or government?
- The federal government offers a 30% tax rebate for the cost of the installed system and the Arizona Department of Revenue offers a 25% tax rebate, capped at $1,000. For more information about REBATES and INCENTIVES in Arizona, please visit http://www.dsireusa.org/incentives/ also visit http://www.tep.com/Green/ for more information about what Tucson Electric Power is doing to help you go green.
- What about inspections and permits?
- Copper State Solar, LLC handles all paperwork and costs associated with the necessary permits and will schedule all inspections.
- Does Copper State Solar LLC provide a warranty?
- Copper State Solar, LLC provides a 2-year warranty on labor and honors the manufacturers’ warranties on all components.
- Can the solar paneling withstand the torrential rains and intense Arizona heat?
- Yes. Solar panels are designed to be outside for decades in extreme weather, even hail!
- How much does solar paneling cost for an average sized house?
- Every house is unique in its energy efficiency and consumption. A site analysis is necessary to size and price a system accurately.
- What is the difference between solar panels and solar roofing?
- Solar panels describe rack and panel systems used for structures with flat roofing systems. Solar roofing describes the solar roof tiles or shingles that are integrated into a sloped/pitched roof. For more information about solar roofing products please visit http://www.eagleroofing.com
- Where does Copper State Solar, LLC provide service?
- Copper State Solar, LLC can provide service and installation anywhere in Southern Arizona, to include properties located in Pima, Pinal, Santa Cruz, Greenlee, and Cochise counties.
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