As energy costs continue to rise and environmental concerns grow, many Lafayette, IN, homeowners and business owners alike are looking for sustainable and cost-effective energy solutions. Roof mounted solar panels offer an efficient and aesthetically pleasing way to convert sunlight into electricity, significantly reducing your energy bills and carbon footprint.
At Bone Dry Solar, we specialize in the installation of high-quality solar panels designed to withstand the elements and provide reliable performance for years to come. Whether you are new to solar energy or looking to upgrade your current system, our team of experts is here to guide you through every step of the process, ensuring a seamless transition to renewable energy.
Installing Your Solar Panel System
Solar Panel Installation Steps
Bone Dry Solar delivers a smooth and efficient solar installation process for roof mounted solar panels in Lafayette, IN. Our comprehensive approach ensures that every step is handled with precision and care, from the initial consultation to the final activation of your solar system. Here’s what you can expect when you choose us:
Initial Consultation and Site Assessment
Our process begins with an in-depth consultation to understand your energy needs and goals. We conduct a thorough site assessment to evaluate your roof’s condition, orientation, and shading. This step allows our solar panel company to design a system that maximizes your solar power production.
Customized System Design
Based on the site assessment, our team of engineers will create a customized solar panel system tailored to your home’s specific requirements. We use advanced software to model your system, ensuring optimal performance and efficiency. You’ll receive a detailed proposal outlining the system design, expected energy output, and financial benefits.
Permitting
Navigating the permitting process can be daunting when installing solar panels, but our team handles all the necessary paperwork for you. We work closely with local authorities in Lafayette, IN, to secure the required permits and approvals, ensuring that your installation complies with all building codes and regulations.
Professional Solar Installation
Once permits are in place, our certified installation team will schedule a convenient solar installation date. On the day of installation, our skilled solar installers will install the mounting system, place the solar panels, and connect the wiring to your home’s electrical system. We use only high-quality materials and follow industry best practices to ensure a safe and durable installation.
Solar System Inspection and Activation
After installation, we conduct a thorough inspection to ensure everything is installed correctly and safely. We will also coordinate with your utility company for any necessary inspections and approvals. Once everything is cleared, we activate your solar panel system and monitor its performance to ensure it operates at peak efficiency.
Roof or Ground Mounted?
Why Roof Mounted Solar Systems Are a Great Option
When buying solar panels for your home or business, you'll need to determine what type of solar panel installation setup works best for you—solar companies can help you decide which option is ideal for your home or business.
While both roof mounted and ground mounted solar systems have their merits, roof mounted solar panels offer distinct advantages that make them the perfect solution for most homeowners. Here's why a solar roof is the way to go:
- Save on Installation Costs: Roof mounted systems leverage your existing roof structure, eliminating the need for additional ground supports and foundation work. This translates to significant upfront cost savings compared to ground-mounted installations.
- Maximize Your Usable Space: Your roof is essentially unused real estate. Roof mounted solar panels put this space to work, generating clean energy without sacrificing valuable ground space that could be used for a patio, garden, or pool.
- Seamless Integration with Your Home: Roof mounted solar panels blend aesthetically with your roofline, creating a clean and unified look. Ground mounted systems, on the other hand, can be visually obtrusive and may require additional permitting.
- Potential Roof Protection: Solar panels can actually act as an additional layer of protection for your roof, shielding it from harsh weather elements like hail and strong winds.
- Simpler Maintenance: Roof mounted panels are typically easier to access for cleaning and maintenance compared to ground mounted systems, which may require specialized equipment to reach.
Roof mounted solar panels offer a cost-effective, space-saving, and aesthetically pleasing way to power your home with clean, renewable energy. They integrate seamlessly with your existing roof structure and potentially extend its lifespan, making them the smarter choice for most home and business owners.
Complete Solar Services
Comprehensive Solar Repairs and Maintenance Services
Maintaining the efficiency and longevity of your solar panel system is just as important as the initial installation. Bone Dry Solar offers comprehensive solar repair and maintenance services to keep your system performing at its best. Whether you need routine upkeep or urgent repairs, our expert team is here to ensure your investment continues to deliver optimal results.
Solar Repair
Our solar repair services ensure your solar array continues to perform efficiently and reliably. Our expert technicians are equipped to handle a wide range of issues, from panel damage caused by severe weather to inverter malfunctions and wiring problems. We quickly diagnose and address any performance declines, ensuring your solar panels are generating the maximum energy possible.
With our prompt and professional repair services, you can trust that any disruption to your solar energy system will be resolved swiftly, allowing you to continue enjoying the benefits of renewable energy without interruption.
Solar Maintenance
Bone Dry Solar's proactive solar maintenance services optimize the performance and longevity of your solar panel system. Our maintenance includes regular inspections to identify potential issues early, ensuring your system operates at peak efficiency.
We clean panels to remove dirt and debris that can hinder sunlight absorption, and we monitor system performance to detect any anomalies promptly. Additionally, our team checks all components, from inverters to wiring, to ensure everything functions smoothly. With regular maintenance, your solar investment remains reliable and efficient and continues to deliver significant energy savings for years.
Frequently Asked Questions about Solar
Yes, the Federal Solar Tax Credit increased to 30%. This means you will receive 30% of the total system cost back as a tax credit. An additional 10% can be added to the tax credit if they qualify for the domestically sourced goods portion of the bill. These solar incentives apply to both commercial and residential solar panels and last until 2032.
Yes, we offer financing options for any budget. Speak to your Bone Dry Solar representative for more information.
Well-installed solar panels should never cause a roof leak. Engineers consider structural soundness and roof integrity when proposing, designing, and installing an array. Solar products are warrantied as is our work. Leaks should not be an issue as long as the panels are installed correctly.
Bone Dry Solar offers a 10-Year Workmanship Warranty to our customers. Additionally, most inverters have a 10-year warranty (with the option to upgrade to a 25-year warranty), and panels and racking systems typically carry a 25-year warranty. Ask your Bone Dry Solar representative for more information.
Yes, we are able to install ground and roof mount arrays for commercial properties like warehouses, schools, manufacturing facilities, etc.
Solar panels do work on cloudy days, just not as effectively as they would on a sunny day. Expect them to produce 10-25% of their normal power output, depending on the thickness of cloud cover.
No. Net metering went away on July 1, 2022. Although some utilities still offer a type of net metering or net billing, the 1 for 1 payback is no longer active. Bone Dry Solar will not sell a system producing more than 100%.
In 2022, the Indiana state legislature passed a law to protect the property rights of Hoosiers who want to go solar. The law provides a clear path for homeowners in restrictive HOAs to get approval from their neighbors to install solar panels.
House Enrolled Act 1196 (or HEA 1196) protects anyone living in an HOA whose contract “prohibits, restricts, or limits the installation of solar energy systems by homeowners association members” or has unreasonably been denied a request to install solar panels. They can go through a two-step process to have their solar panels approved and then installed on their home.
If your HOA doesn’t prevent solar installations, nothing has changed for you. However, if you find yourself running up against prohibitions or restrictions on solar installations, this new law is for you! You can discuss this further with your Bone Dry Solar representative.
Install a New Roof Mounted Solar System With Bone Dry Solar
Choose Bone Dry Solar for your roof mounted solar panel installation in Lafayette, IN. There's a reason we're known as one of the best solar companies in the area—experience the difference of working with a trusted local provider committed to excellence.
Whether you’re motivated by saving money on your electric bills, lowering energy consumption, or achieving energy independence from traditional energy sources, our team is here to support you every step of the way. Contact us today to schedule your consultation and learn more about our solar solutions.
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ALL THE COMFORTS OF HOME START WITH A BONE DRY ROOF
Your roof is a shield against the elements, providing your home with comfort and security. From major leaks to minor repairs, Bone Dry Roofing has the largest fleet and most experienced crews to provide customers with prompt service and complete satisfaction. Our roofs come with a lifetime guarantee*, and we commit to revisiting your home in five years to inspect our work and resolve any issues at no cost.
We also offer dedicated commercial roofing services, ensuring that your commercial properties receive the same level of attention and quality workmanship.
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