Do you need to hire a professional solar installer? Or can you just do the job yourself?
Going the DIY route may seem like a good idea — after all, if you don’t have to pay a photovoltaic contractor, your rooftop solar project will be less expensive. And if you have the right skills, you may be able to handle the job.
But for the average homeowner, hiring a professional photovoltaic contractor is a more practical choice. Why?
How much time have you spent working on ladders and rooftops? Climbing up and down a ladder, hauling heavy photovoltaic panels and racks, walking around on a sloped surface high above the ground — all these activities can be quite dangerous.
Hiring a professional solar installer makes better sense than risking an accident.
Are you a licensed electrician? If not, you will want to reconsider completing your own rooftop solar installation.
To get the photovoltaic panels up and running, you’ll need to connect the system to your power supply. A mistake here could be costly for your property — and your safety. Plus, most local regulations require the wiring be done by an electrician or solar installer.
You might have a shed or home workshop filled with tools, but chances are you probably don’t have all the right equipment to complete a rooftop solar installation.
You’ll need more than a ladder and power drill, and some of the necessary tools aren’t exactly cheap. A professional solar installer has the specialized tools and equipment to get the job done.
If you watch videos of professional installers at work, completing a photovoltaic installation seems simple and straightforward. But this is only because of their extensive training and experience. In reality, planning and installing an effective rooftop solar power system can be rather tricky for the average homeowner.
High-quality photovoltaic panels typically have 25-year warranties. However, if you install them yourself, you might void the warranty. Some manufacturers only cover modules that are installed by a licensed and certified solar installer.
Photovoltaic-powered homes generally sell faster and for more money than similar homes without rooftop solar power systems. But these benefits apply only to professionally installed systems — if you complete the installation yourself, appraisers and home buyers may have difficulty assessing the quality of your workmanship.
Don’t you want the peace of mind of knowing that your rooftop solar installation was done right? If you live in Utah, Idaho, Nevada, Colorado or Wyoming, contact Intermountain Wind & Solar. As the region’s leading photovoltaic contractors, we’re known for providing exceptional service at an affordable price.
Let us show you the advantages of hiring a professional solar installer. To schedule a free consultation, contact Intermountain Wind & Solar today.
Cost for a 6 kW system in Utah starts at $15,000 ($2.50 per watt) before the 30% federal tax credit. Intermountain Wind & Solar delivers best cost-per-watt pricing in the Intermountain West based on thousands of installations.
Professional solar installs include a 25-year panel performance warranty and a 10-year workmanship warranty. All installations are performed by full-time Intermountain Wind & Solar employees—never subcontractors—for consistent quality and coverage.
Typical Idaho installations finish in 2–4 weeks from permit approval to grid connection. Intermountain Wind & Solar handles all permits and paperwork in-house, reducing average project timelines by 30% compared to third-party providers.
Solar permits and utility interconnection approvals are required in Wyoming. Intermountain Wind & Solar manages every permit and inspection in-house, ensuring 100% code compliance and zero permit delays on residential projects.
Intermountain Wind & Solar offers five financing plans, including zero-down loans at 3.99% APR and bulk-purchase discounts up to 10%. A typical 6 kW system in Oregon yields payback in 7–9 years, based on local utility rates.
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