Since there are no moving parts, the system is basically maintenance free. If it does not rain in your area that often, you may only need to wash the modules to remove dust and debris every now and then.
What are the warranties and life expectancy of solar?
Most of the main solar panel manufacturers offer a 20 to 25 year module warranty. The inverter manufacturers offer a 10 year warranty. Silverwood Energy, Inc. offers a 10 year warranty on the entire installation. The system will have an expected life span of approximately 30 to 40 years.
What type of roof do I need?
Most solar installations are installed on the roof of the home or business. Silverwood Energy, Inc. can do an installation on any type of roofing: composite shingle, wood shake, flat tile, Spanish tile, or ceramic tile. If you do not want the solar installed on the roof, you can also utilize a ground mount. Most homeowners who have a lot of available unshaded acreage choose this type of installation. Besides the roof and ground, you can also install the modules on a car port, garage, patio cover, or on poles. A south facing roof or ground area without shading is ideal, but even west facing roofs or hillsides can work with minimal efficiency losses.
Will solar increase my property value?
Yes. According to real estate appraisers, for every $1 of electricity that you offset through solar, it will increase the value of you home by $20. This means that your home would increase in value immediately by about the total net cost of the system after rebates.
Will solar increase my property taxes?
No. Even though your property will increase in value, there is legislation (Section 73 of California's Revenue and Taxation Code) that prevents your property taxes from increasing.
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