Moving to solar energy is one of the most effective methods of saving money on electricity, as well as promoting the environment. One common question homeowners and businesses have is: how does solar installation take or how long does it take to install a solar system? The answer depends on the kind of system including the size of the system, the type of site, and the type of permit required. Below is a step-by-step of what to expect when you decide to install solar panels with Myrtle Beach Solar.

The detailed schedule of solar installation is as follows 

Pre-Consultation and feasibility survey (1-2 weeks)

This is followed by the consultation and assessment of the building site. This stage involves the evaluation of rooftop structural conditions, requirements for electrical energy and the amount of direct sunshine your house receives.

  • Roof Inspection: It makes certain the roof is fit to be fitted with solar panels.
  • Energy Analysis: Use to define the system size that is best suited to fulfil your energy needs.

Currently at Myrtle Beach Solar, we offer an assessment of your current position, followed by personalized advice.

This is obtainable through system design and permitting which should take 2-4 weeks

The final step taken after you have established the site is to draw your solar system, and perform other relevant mapping, as well as get appropriate permits.

  • System Design: Professionals in engineering design a solar panel system that consumes the least space while providing exquisite power output.
  • Permitting: Solar providers give proposals on renewable energy to the relevant authorities depending on the area, it may take several days – weeks.

Myrtle Beach Solar eliminates the need for formulation of permits by taking care of all the paperwork that entails the process.

Equipment acquisition (1- 2 Weeks)

After that, the necessary tools, including solar plates, inverters, mounting systems, and batteries, are purchased. This makes the system durable and effective to the extent of the quality of the material used in its fabrication.

How Long Does the Installation Itself Take?

Installation (1-3 Days)

The actual installation is quite less time-consuming and usually may range from 1 to 3 days for the residential systems. Factors affecting installation time include:

  • System Size: The time taken is also likely to be proportional to the size of the system which might comprise a greater number of panels.
  • Roof Complexity: Houses with steeper or roofs with some kind of unconventional design would take longer to be finished.
  • Ground-Mounted Systems: These may take longer because they require additional groundwork and mounting.

Here at Myrtle Beach Solar, our team is dedicated to the professional installation process and making it painless for you and your life.

Post-Installation Steps

Several tasks are involved in inspection and interconnection and vice versa which range from one to three weeks.

After installation, a number of inspections need to be from the local authorities as well as from your utility provider as the system needs to meet set safety and performance standards.

  • Utility Interconnection: Once approved, the system is interconnected to the grid you can immediately commence the generation of solar power.

System Activation (Same Day)

Once the inspection has been done, Myrtle Beach Solar begins circulating power through your system and you will begin to harvest the benefits of solar energy.

Total Time as a Solar System

On average the whole process starting from consultation to activation of the campaign is 6 to 12 weeks. It remains acceptable where it is attached to local permitting procedures and inspection timelines.

Why Choose Myrtle Beach Solar?

To make customers switch to solar energy we make the whole process as easy and smooth as possible at Myrtle Beach Solar.• Manage the journey from consult to activation.• Top quality equipment to be used if maximum efficiency is to be achieved.• Come up with standard market prices and fantastic customer support services.

Ready to embrace solar power? 

Our contact details are: phone number – (843) 957-9067, physical address – 420 Plantation Oaks Drive, Myrtle Beach, SC 29579. At Myrtle Beach Solar, we will help to lead you down the path toward a new generation of energy options!