FAQS

Absolutely! Depending on the location and appraised value of your home, solar panels can add as much as $15,000 to a home’s value.

Panels typically last from 25-30 years with little loss in performance.

Only if you buy an off-grid system with battery backup. JP Electric & Solar offers systems both with and without battery backup. Systems with battery backup are somewhat more expensive but they give you the peace of mind of knowing you will never be without power.

The AC safety (or disconnect) switch is a manual switch that can be used to disconnect a building’s electrical system from the solar electricity system.

As SunPower® Elite Dealers, JP Electric & Solar uses only the industry’s best solar products – photovoltaic panels that have been proven to stand the test of time and weather any storm.

Yes! Currently, there is a 30% Federal Tax Credit available. Incentives vary by electric company and are dropping as more rebates are reserved. If you are ready to take advantage of these incentives, then the time to act is now!

There are a lot of solar financing options available today, everything from loans to leases to PACE and finally, power purchase agreements. It is very common for solar companies to push a single financing product that makes them the most money even if it’s not in the customer’s best interest. You should be very cautious about any company that only recommends a solar lease or PPA as these are the costliest options available. The team at JP Electric & Solar is not incentivized by any particular financing option – their only goal is finding the option that best suits your needs and maximizes your solar savings. Contact us to learn more about our solar leasing and financing options in Visalia.

If you install the right equipment in the right way, then your solar system should operate without incident for many years. But what if something does go wrong? If it ever does, you want a company that has a dedicated and experienced service department that can quickly diagnose and resolve issues in the field. JP Electric & Solar has a dedicated service department that makes every effort to correct any issue in the shortest amount of time possible.

The solar industry has a storied history of supply shortages. A reputable solar company should have 8-12 weeks of inventory. If they don’t, it might be an indication that they don’t have everything you need in a solar company. JP Electric & Solar maintains a large, well-stocked warehouse to ensure that their residential and commercial customers are never inconvenienced.

Not all solar equipment is created equal. The quality of the equipment and installation will determine your long-term reliability and savings. Don’t get fooled into saving a little money upfront on lesser quality equipment only to have your system fall short of expectations in future years. JP Electric & Solar is proud to offer SunPower® panels and was handpicked as a SunPower® Elite Dealer because of their customer service record, installation quality, employee training, and a long history of success.