Home Solar: Reduce Your Utility Bills
We keep the solar power installation process simple and help homeowners maximize their savings through available incentives.
Benefits of a Home Solar System
Lower Energy Bills
Homeowners with solar power systems can reduce their electricity bills by up to 100% of their electric consumption.
Increased home Value
Homes with solar panels sell for 4.1% more than similar homes without solar systems.
Combat Inflation
Solar panels can provide a stable and cost-effective source of electricity, protecting you from the impacts of inflation.
Solar Tax Credit
Your home can qualify for a 30% Federal Investment Tax Credit on the total cost of your solar system.
Solar Panels for Your Home
Nobody likes paying their utility bills.
Especially when Iowa’s cold winters and hot summers come around. There is a solution though, and it can dramatically reduce your electricity bill. Making the switch to solar power provides relief. By installing solar panels, you can significantly reduce your energy costs, achieve energy independence, minimize your carbon footprint, and increase the value of your property.
At Stateside Solar Energy, a leading solar panel installation company in Iowa, we specialize in residential solar panel installations and provide tailored solutions to meet your unique energy needs. We don’t apply a one size fits all solution, because every home has their own energy requirements. Our experienced team will guide you through the entire process, from initial consultation to system installation, making sure your experience is seamless and stress-free.
Solar INstallation Process
Making the switch to solar doesn’t need to be complicated. We work with homeowners to make the process simple and worry free.
Consultation
We meet you at your home and assess your electric bill, review your energy usage, and create a proposal for you.
Survey
We look at your roof structure, electrical equipment and other aspects needed for the installation.
Design & Permitting
Our team will design a customized solar system and obtain the necessary permits with your county/city.
Interconnection
We will submit an interconnection application through your local utility to gained approved to interconnect the solar system.
Installation
Our experienced installers and electricians will install your solar energy system efficiently and safely.
Activation
After installation and inspection approval by the county/city inspector we will receive Permission to Operate (PTO) from your utility company in order to turn on the system.
Solar Storage Options
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Net metering is a policy that lets homeowners with solar panel systems send excess electricity back to the grid for credits. This means that if your solar system generates more electricity than you need, you can receive a credit on a 1:1 ratio basis dependent on your local utility net metering standards.
Net metering is a common way to “store” electricity when it isn’t used and can be a way for you to take control of your electricity when your solar power system is not producing at night. For example, if your solar setup produces more electricity during the day than you use, the excess power sent back to the grid can be used as credits for electricity use at night.
It’s important to note that each utility company has their own methods and rates for net metering. Our team helps to navigate these details and will recommend a solution that maximizes your investment and addresses your energy needs.
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While not always necessary, solar batteries can store excess energy generated by your system, allowing you to use it during power outages or at night. It is also the primary solution for off-grid properties. This can provide greater energy independence and potentially increase the value of your home.
Solar batteries can also help you reduce those peak demand charges - the fees that utility companies charge for using electricity during peak hours. This is common in Iowa during the late afternoon/evening in the summer when everybody’s AC is working hard or in the winter during especially cold nights when our furnaces are working to keep us warm. By storing excess solar energy in a battery, you can reduce your reliance on the grid during peak times, and look forward to lower electricity bills.
Financing Options
The long-term savings from reduced energy bills outweigh the upfront investment of a home solar installation.
There are also multiple financing options available to make the switch to solar accessible to homeowners so you can start seeing your lower energy bills and return on investment as soon as possible. Our team helps you explore different financing options.
Cash Purchase: This allows you the ability to pay no interest on your solar system and is the simplest form of payment.
Solar Loans: Homeowners are able to get a loan specifically for solar installations, usually with favorable interest rates. We help our customers navigate this process by working with financial institutions that provide solar lending services.
30% Federal Investment Tax Credit: This 30% federal investment tax credit reduces the installation cost of your overall solar system. The credit reduces your annual federal income tax by 30% of the cost of the system.
Stateside Solar Energy
Stateside Solar Energy
Residential solar is a smart investment that lowers energy bills, protects against rising energy costs, and increases property value. Stateside Solar Energy is a seasoned solar panel installation company ready to help you make the transition to solar power.
Contact us today for a consultation and see how much you can save.