Most likely—solar works in a variety of climates and roof types. Our experts at Second Sunrise Solar offer free custom consultations to determine your property’s solar potential.

You can expect lower electric bills, increased property value, eligibility for tax credits, and long-term protection against rising energy costs.

Very little. Most systems are maintenance-free since there are no moving parts, but we recommend occasional panel cleaning and an annual inspection to ensure optimal performance.

Yes! While production is reduced during cloudy weather, your system still generates electricity—just not at full capacity. Panels will still produce power from the photons that are present in natural daylight. We cannot forecast the weather but our design team account for the last 10 years of average weather patterns to formulate the best solar production report for your home.

Yes—solar panels actually operate more efficiently in colder temperatures. While sunny summer days offer more daylight, cooler weather improves panel voltage output, which can enhance performance during the winter months.

Solar panels are designed to handle snow loads and winter conditions. Panels are typically installed at an angle, so snow naturally slides off as it melts or with wind. Even when snow covers part of the system, it’s often short-lived and doesn’t significantly affect annual energy output. In fact, snow can help clean your panels as it melts off, improving efficiency.

When you go solar, instead of pulling power from the grid, you are producing power right on your roof. Any of the excess power you don’t use will roll your meter backwards and be sent back to the grid and stored for you to use during the night and in low producing Fall & Winter months.

If your local utility offers Net Metering, all of your excess power produces during the day is sent to back to the grid. Another way to store your power is with a home battery system, Our solar experts can work with you to see if a battery will make sense for your situation.

In the past, homeowners have been discouraged from looking into solar because of usually having a large out of pocket expense. Most people are unaware of the huge federal, state, and utility incentives available which make solar more affordable than ever before. Through solar financing, you can install a system with $0 down. The monthly solar payment often replaces or is less than your current electric bill, making solar energy not just an environmental choice but a financially savvy one from day one. Not to mention significantly increasing the value of your house, you’ll find that solar today is really a “no-brainer” like all of your friends who have gone solar really say it is!

We’ve found that people typically go solar to either save the environment, save money, or for the predictability of knowing that their electricity costs will never go up with solar. When you get your FREE home energy analysis with us, we will look at the many factors that can determine your potential savings. We will look at your home’s annual electricity consumption, roof space, sun exposure, natural shading, and any potential future additions. Our experts will determine which solar solution will save you the most money.