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| - This was an important decision. I did my research, compared companies, compared their service, their panels, their reviews, their long term stability. I guess I need to start with the fact that I am an Elon Musk fan boy, but didn't go with his company. He wouldn't mind, I'm sure of it. I had spreadsheets, literature, and a makeshift algorithm for reviewing all of the data.
It came down to two things: price per KWH and panel quality. The price per KWH was a tie with another company I checked out, and less than the third. However, the panels Harmon was going to put on my roof were a higher quality, more efficient panel which meant the system could generate more power than both of the others using the same number of panels. I liked that. Plus, the panels are made in the USA and by Sun Power, a large and reputable manufacturer. After a couple of months of this, I went with Harmon.
When I was talking with them, they assured me that they go through all of the necessary processes with the town, the HOA, and everyone else. They did not lie. They made sure they got all of the necessary permits, inspections, and HOA approval. My HOA was slow to get back to them, but their followup was second to none. The installation went off without a hitch. Their installers were professional and courteous and did an amazing job. The system has to be hooked into your wifi so it can be monitored remotely. They brought the wire into my house near where my router was set up. A few months later, I switched cable providers and moved the router. They came back in, installed a device that send wifi through my power outlets, and moved their hardware... at no charge to me. I like these guys. I still get an email every now and then from the sales guy who got me set up.
The system has been running for almost a year now, and I saved $600 on my energy bill this year. That is 30% over last year. I couldn't be happier.
One cautionary tale with the solar lease that does not reflect AT ALL on Harmon, it is possible with any company you choose. When someone buys your house, they have to assume the lease. They also need to qualify as if it were a loan, because, basically, it is. Be aware that a sale of your house might fall through because the buyer is unable to qualify for the solar lease. However, it is so inexpensive that if a buyer can't qualify, they are more than likely not going to make it to closing at the cost of your house. This happened to us a couple of months ago. In the end, this is the best purchase for my house I could have made. Everyone should have solar panels in this state. I whole heartedly recommend Harmon Solar
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