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4 FAQs about Photovoltaic panel personal purchase process

Can you buy solar panels yourself?

While it is possible for homeowners to buy solar panels themselves, either used or directly from the manufacturer, there are a few reasons to buy them through an installer. Design a custom solar system and compare quotes online. The back way into buying solar panels is buying a house that already has solar panels installed.

How do I buy solar panels?

How you choose to buy solar panels depends on your financial situation and your savings goals. Paying cash is the simplest way to buy solar panels and offers the greatest return on investment. Cash purchases are typically made in 3-4 installments. For example:

Can you buy solar panels with a loan?

Given that solar panels are warrantied for 25 years (and last much longer) that leaves plenty of time to accumulate savings. Let's face it, not everybody has $20,000 to $30,000 in cash lying around – but that doesn't mean you can't buy solar panels. Solar loans offer a steady monthly payment that can front-load your solar savings.

Should you buy solar panels from a local installer?

By easily comparing quotes from local installers, homeowners have access to a tremendous variety of solar panels, inverters, and batteries. While it is possible for homeowners to buy solar panels themselves, either used or directly from the manufacturer, there are a few reasons to buy them through an installer.

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