Frequently Asked Questions

What are the financial benefits of solar?

When you install a solar energy system on your property, you save money on your electricity bills and protect yourself against rising electricity rates in the future. How much you can save depends on the utility rates and solar policies in your area, but going solar is a smart investment regardless of where you live.

How does solar impact my property values?

Studies have shown that homes with solar energy systems sell for more than homes without them. However, your property value will only increase if you own, rather than lease, your solar panel system, which is the option we offer at Saguaro Solar.

How do solar photovoltaic (PV) panels work?

Solar panels absorb the sun's energy throughout the day and convert it into direct current (DC) electricity. Most homes and businesses run on alternating current (AC) electricity, so the DC electricity is then passed through an inverter to convert it to usable AC electricity. At that point, you either use the electricity in your house or send it back to the electric grid.

Do my solar panels produce power when the sun isn’t shining?

The amount of power your solar energy system can generate is dependent on sunlight. As a result, your solar panels will produce slightly less energy when the weather is cloudy, not often a problem in Southern AZ, and no energy at night. However, because of high electricity costs and financial incentives, solar is a smart decision even if you live in a cloudy city.

What are my solar financing options?

The magnitude of our presence allows us to offer the most competitive financing options in the industry. We have partnerships with over 20+ solar lenders for Arizona homeowners. The good news is that we have an option for almost everyone looking to go solar. 90% of our lenders offer an initial soft credit check, and we can find out if you qualify in less than 5 minutes!

Can I afford to go solar?

If you can afford to pay your electricity bill, you can afford to go solar. $0-down solar financing options make it easy for homeowners with good credit to save on their electricity bills by going solar.

Is my roof suitable for solar panels?

South, East, and West-facing roofs with little to no shade are ideal for installing solar. However, there are workarounds in many cases if your home doesn’t have the ideal solar roof. Enter your address and see if your roof is suitable for solar, and we’ll examine your home’s suitability for solar panels.

What size solar energy system should I get?

The size of your solar energy system will depend on how much electricity you use every month and the weather conditions where you live. We can determine how much energy you consume by reading your recent electric bill. Email us your electric bill, and one of our expert solar consultants can advise you on a system for you and your home.

Do I get rid of my utility company completely?

The answer is no. Your system is tied to the grid, and your utility provider will provide you with an export rate. When you produce power and do not consume it, your utility will pay you for the kWh produced at the given export rate. In most cases, this is a credit on your bill that you can continuously carry over month after month until your True-Up month, in which you receive a check for all your excess production.

What happens in the event of a utility power outage?

In the event of a blackout, you would also lose power in your home after going solar. All grid-tied systems will be susceptible to blackouts unless you have added energy storage to your home. We are experienced in LG and Tesla Powerwall batteries. Our solar experts can discuss the benefits of adding storage to your solar home.

What is the maintenance of solar panels?

You are in luck! There is zero maintenance on your solar panels. There are no mechanical moving parts to a solar panel. Therefore, your investment is secure and will produce accordingly for you to enjoy for years to come. We recommend you keep your tree trimmed and have minimal shade to maximize production. As solar has become more popular, it has allowed businesses to offer services like solar module cleaning.