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Only Choose NABCEP Certified Installers

Adrienne SorensenSeptember 12, 2018 940 0

Only Choose NABCEP Certified Installers

There are lots of solar companies out there and there are more starting their business every day. That is why you want to find experienced solar panel installers who are part of the North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners. It will ensure your installers know what they are doing and you will end up with a solar system. 

 

 

North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners Defined

The North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners is an organization that certifies energy installers, including solar power technicians and installers. To become a NABCEP certified professional, installers have to pass a rigorous certification process. The details of the NABCEP benefits to the public and installers are detailed here.  

 

NABCEP is the most recognized certification in the solar industry. There are advantages with completing NABCEP Accreditation. Certificants and Accredited Companies receive more credibility and marketing value, than solar professionals that don’t have this certification or accreditation. It’s the validation of experience and knowledge in the growing industry and NABCEP that’s the highest recognition of quality assurance for solar installation companies.

 

The NABCEP PV Installation Professional certification is a voluntary certification that presents national standards by PV Installation Professionals with skills and experience that can set themselves apart from their competition. Certification gives a measure of protection to the public by giving them a credential for assessing the competency of practitioners. It is not intended to prevent qualified individuals from installing PV systems or to replace state license requirements.

 

Not everyone on the crew has to be certified, but if the people running the installation are not, then there is no guarantee they will do a great job. It is important to make sure the solar project is supervised by a NABCEP-certified member, and ideally, you want a NABCEP-certified crew member installing the solar panels. Ensure to request for a project completion timeline from your installer and demand them to stick to it. 

 

It’s a good practice to ask companies how long it will take to get started on the project, and then how long it will take to finish. If companies are spread too thin, it may take months before they can get around to your installation and it is important to know that before committing to the project. 
 

Preparing and Looking Ahead

Roof leaks are the most common complaint from homeowners who had solar installed. However, a great solar installation will not void roof warranties, while actually helping protect the roof from rain, wind, snow, and even hail. Technical expertise, the actual solar equipment, and those system warranties all widely vary from installer to installer.

 

There are many more reputable solar installers out there than bad ones. It is a good idea to research the best options for you. Here are some things to think about when choosing a solar installer.  It is important to remember that installers offer different products. You might want some new sleek solar panels because they have a long warranty, or you might want an inverter or you may even want a battery to store electricity for use at night. Be sure to ask each installer what they have available so you can get the right system for your home.

 

There are many solar power installation companies out there, and it is only getting bigger. Follow these guidelines and you can separate the great solar power installers from the rest, giving you a solar system you can enjoy and use without worry. If you’d like more information, click here.

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