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Solar panels are designed for decades of service, so the company behind the installation matters long after the crew leaves. This video explains why installer history, local support, and a workable service process should be part of every solar decision.
Equipment warranties do not eliminate the need for an installer who can diagnose issues, coordinate manufacturer claims, and service the system. A low bid has less value if the homeowner cannot reach anyone later.
Big Dog Solar presents its regional experience as a reason customers can plan for a long-term relationship. Homeowners should still review the written workmanship, equipment, labor, monitoring, and service terms for their individual project.
Programs, utility policies, equipment availability, and incentives can change. Confirm current terms for your address and consult qualified financial or tax professionals when appropriate.
Mitch: Nobody tells you this, but the most important decision you'll make about solar panels isn't efficiency or cost. It's who installs them. Solar panels last 25 plus years, but many installers go out of business within five. That 25-year warranty becomes nearly worthless without a company to honor it.
When your system needs maintenance or your inverter fails, you're stuck without support. In an industry where companies come and go like seasons, you need a constant. Big Dog Solar has been that constant since 2006. That's nearly 20 years of unwavering service.
But countless of competitors have faded away. We've weathered market and law changes, tax incentives, economic shifts, and industry transformation. And honestly, we've come out stronger because of it. That means you can leverage our experience on your behalf.
Local service means someone will actually pick up when you call. Solar is a long-term relationship, not a one-time purchase. With Big Dog Solar, you get peace of mind knowing your investment is protected. Because in a constantly changing landscape, our commitment is unchangeable.
A simple thermostat schedule can help a solar-powered home use more of its own daytime production. This video explains how pre-cooling or preheating during sunny hours may reduce heating or cooling demand later when grid electricity can cost more.
Lots of people ask about what to expect for the installations process for solar. Well, it can get pretty technical and detailed, but here is the basic overview of the process we go through with all of our customers to get them hooked up with renewable energy.
Home batteries and standby generators can both provide backup power, but they solve the problem in different ways. This video compares quiet, efficient battery storage with fuel-powered generation for homeowners who need longer emergency runtime.
