• You’ll become energy independent by producing your own source of electricity. A properly designed system can make and offset up to 100% of your electricity usage over a year.
• Solar electric systems currently qualify for a 30% federal tax credit, making now an opportune time to invest in solar as it The availability of the solar tax credit is a great benefit for most solar customers as it essentially lowers the cost of a solar electric system by 30% until 2032! This also includes battery backup systems.
• Most of our customers see a system payback period of 7 to 12 years, yet they will reliably produce clean energy for 30+ years. So once your system pays for itself, you may enjoy 18-24 years or more of nearly free electricity.
• Solar power is environmentally friendly. When you install a solar electric system, you are taking real and tangible action to reduce pollution and conserve natural resources, all while harnessing an unlimited resource.

It may not seem like solar works in Maine (especially if you are reading this during the winter), but Maine receives quite an incredible amount of sun to make solar effective and affordable. In fact, Maine receives nearly 20% more sunlight annually than Germany, which is a leader in solar installations.

Though installing on your roof is the most common, many customers also install solar panels on their garage, barn, outbuilding, or even a pre-wired solar shed can work too! Ground-mounted solar arrays are also an excellent option if your roof is heavily shaded, not well oriented, or if you have aesthetic concerns about putting solar on your home or any building on your property.

A grid-tied solar electric system will not provide backup power during a power outage. To add a rechargeable backup source for essential loads during an outage, consider a battery backup system like Tesla Powerwall or SolarEdge Home Battery. Even if you're not ready for batteries during your initial solar install, we can prep your system for future battery installations. Whether you're going off-grid, need a backup, or want to retrofit your existing system, we’re here to guide you through the best energy storage options for your home or business.

First, it’s important to know that there is no one-size-fits-all answer. Just as each home’s electric bill varies, so does the size and ultimately the cost of a solar electric system designed to eliminate that home’s electric bill. To get you a customized quote, we consider several factors: your electricity consumption, the shading, orientation, and pitch of your roof, and the types of solar panels you choose.

The best way to see what a solar electric system will cost for your home or business is to schedule a Free Solar Assessment. Simply fill out the form, and we’ll get started!

Most customers choose between paying upfront for their solar electric system or financing the purchase and paying a monthly payment.

• Direct Purchase
  Choosing to pay for a solar electric system out of pocket will give you the highest return on your investment. You’ll own your solar panels immediately and not have to pay any interest. Many of our customers have taken advantage of low-interest rates and increasing home values to pay for their solar systems with home equity loans or when refinancing their mortgages.
• Solar Loans
  Financing the purchase of a solar electric system allows you to fix your cost of electricity for the lifetime of your loan. Your fixed monthly payments may at first be higher than your monthly electric bill, but over time as electricity rates go up, your monthly payments will stay the same. Maine Solar Solutions offers solar financing through Mosaic. Mosaic offers no money down, low-interest rates, and a variety of term lengths with no prepayment penalties. Additional financing options may be available through your local bank or credit union.

A well-installed solar PV system should last more than 30 years, so it’s important to ensure the system is warranted and guaranteed accordingly. Manufacturer warranties for solar panels and rooftop electronics are typically 25 years. Maine Solar Solutions offers the longest warranty available in Maine: 30 years on solar panels, inverters, labor, roof penetration, and rooftop electronics. This warranty demonstrates our belief in the durability and performance of our solar systems.