Renewable Power
Renewable Power | Solar Installation | Electrical | Pelham
Feel the power of Pelham’s sunshine with HEP’s expert solar installation team. Our NABCEP-certified electricians design and fit high-efficiency panels that blend seamlessly with your roofline, transforming unused square footage into a dependable source of clean energy. From the first watt generated you’ll watch your utility bills shrink, your home value climb, and your carbon footprint fade—all backed by local technicians who answer the phone right here in town.
Whether you’re chasing net-metering credits, prepping for future battery storage, or just want to do right by the planet, we handle every step in-house: site assessment, permitting, mounting, wiring, and system monitoring. HEP’s transparent pricing, 25-year performance warranties, and swift project timelines make going solar in Pelham refreshingly simple. Let’s turn today’s sunlight into tomorrow’s savings—schedule your free consultation and see how bright life can be.
FAQs
Is Pelham sunny enough for solar power to make financial sense?
Yes. Pelham receives an average of 4.2–4.5 peak sun-hours per day, which is more than adequate for high performance photovoltaic (PV) generation. A properly sized 8 kW roof-mounted system can offset 90-100 % of an average Pelham household’s annual electricity usage, delivering a 6–8 year simple payback and 18-22 % internal rate of return when current incentives are applied.
What incentives, rebates, or tax credits are available for Pelham homeowners who go solar?
1. Federal Investment Tax Credit (ITC)—30 % of the total installed cost through 2032. 2. NYSERDA Residential PV Incentive—about $0.20 – $0.35 per watt up-front, automatically deducted from your contract price. 3. New York State Solar Energy System Equipment Credit—25 % of the net cost, capped at $5,000. 4. Net metering with Con Edison—kilowatt-hours your system exports are credited at the retail rate and roll forward month to month for 20 years. 5. Property-tax exemption—your home’s assessed value increase due to solar is exempt from town and county property taxes for 15 years. 6. Optional low-interest financing—NY-SUN Smart Energy loans (5–15 years) or local credit-union solar loan programs.
What does the installation process look like and how long will it take?
1. Site evaluation & proposal (1 week): We measure your roof, shading, and electrical panel. 2. Design & permitting (2–3 weeks): Engineered plans are drafted and submitted to the Town of Pelham Building Department; we also file interconnection paperwork with Con Edison. 3. Installation (1–2 days for most homes): Our NABCEP-certified crew mounts the racking, panels, inverter, and runs wiring to your service panel. 4. Inspection & utility approval (1–2 weeks): A town inspector verifies code compliance, then Con Edison installs the bi-directional meter and issues permission to operate (PTO). From signed contract to PTO typically takes 4–6 weeks, depending on permit queues and utility schedules.
How much will a typical residential solar system cost and what payment options are available?
Turn-key pricing in Pelham currently ranges from $2.70 to $3.20 per watt before incentives. A median 8 kW system therefore costs $21,600–$25,600. After the NYSERDA rebate, federal ITC, and state tax credit, net out-of-pocket cost falls to roughly $11,000–$13,000. We offer: • Cash purchase for the highest lifetime savings • 10- or 15-year solar loans with no money down and monthly payments lower than your present utility bill • Optional lease or power-purchase agreements (PPAs) for customers who prefer a fixed monthly rate and no ownership responsibilities.
What maintenance is required and what warranties do you provide?
Solar PV systems have no moving parts and require minimal upkeep. We recommend: • Rinsing panels with a garden hose once or twice a year if pollen or bird droppings accumulate • Annual visual inspection of wiring and mounting hardware (included in our service plan) We include: • 25-year manufacturer warranty on PV modules for performance and workmanship • 12- to 25-year warranty on inverters (depending on model) • 25-year roof penetration warranty from our company • 10-year workmanship warranty covering labor and balance-of-system components Real-time monitoring is provided via a mobile app, alerting both you and our service team to any unusual performance changes.
Can I add battery storage or an EV charger now or later?
Absolutely. During design we can integrate: • Lithium-ion battery systems (e.g., Tesla Powerwall, Enphase IQ Battery) sized from 10 kWh to 40 kWh for backup power and time-of-use arbitrage. • Level-2 EV charging stations (40–48 A) powered directly from your array or grid. If you’re not ready to purchase storage today, we pre-install a "storage-ready" sub-panel and conduit so batteries can be added later with minimal extra cost. Battery installations qualify for the same 30 % federal tax credit and are now eligible for NYSERDA’s Retail Energy Storage Incentive (up to $250/kWh) in Westchester County.