The sun is one of the limitless sources of energy that science is to turning to in order to provide the world with cleaner energy that will be better for the environment. Not only can this source cause less pollution, but it also reduces the need to drill into the earth for energy sources that are not as easily renewable, meaning that less of the ecosystem can be harmed. Many homes are now looking into getting panels installed on the roof to collect this energy, but it is recommended to look to a professional solar company in Arvada to do the installation instead of doing it yourself. Here are the basic steps involved with getting these panels installed on your roof.

When you choose to get the installation done, the first step may for the installer to visit the site where the installation will take place. The engineer will come by and evaluate the electrical status of the home. The engineer will likely work directly with the installer as well as make sure that the roof is structurally sound. They can also determine whether your electrical box will need upgrading.

The next step should be to get the required permits and documentation that will allow the installer to get the panels put on your roof. Most of this will be dealt with by the company doing the installation, but you may want to be familiar with the process anyway. The different permits and programs required vary from location to location, which is why getting a local installer may have its own benefits over a national one.

Once everything is squared away and you have permission to put solar panels on your property, the next step should be to choose and order the parts. The choosing was likely done before the contract was even signed, however, the company may choose to hold off on ordering them until they know for sure that they will get the approval. From there, starting is a matter of waiting for parts to arrive and scheduling the time to complete the work.

On the day of installation, the roof is prepped, the electrical wire is connected, and the racking that holds the panels is installed on the roof. The panels can then be placed on the racking, followed by the inverters to be connected. This can take between one and three days total, weather permitting. Once it is all done, you can be visited by the representative of your town government to inspect and approve the job so that you can get on the grid.