Expert Team
Expert Team | Solar Installation | Electrical | Dayton
Imagine harnessing every bright Dayton sunrise to power your home or business—HEP’s expert team makes it effortless. Our licensed electricians design and install customized solar systems that mesh seamlessly with your roofline, wiring, and lifestyle. From the moment we assess your property to the final meter check, you’ll experience transparent communication, meticulous craftsmanship, and an unwavering commitment to safety.
Choosing us for your solar installation means tapping into decades of electrical know-how combined with cutting-edge renewable technology. We navigate permits, utility incentives, and financing options so you can start saving on day one, all while shrinking your carbon footprint. Join the growing community of Miami Valley neighbors who rely on HEP to keep the lights on—with sunshine.
FAQs
How does your solar installation process work for homeowners and businesses in Dayton?
Our turnkey process starts with a free site and energy-use assessment, where we evaluate your roof condition, shading, and utility bills to size the array. Next, our engineers design a custom system and handle all City of Dayton permits and utility interconnection paperwork. After permit approval, our licensed electricians install racking, modules, inverters, and all wiring—usually in one to three days for homes and up to a week for larger commercial projects. We schedule the final inspection with the city and coordinate meter swap-out with AES Ohio for net metering. Once the utility gives permission to operate (PTO), you can turn the system on and start producing clean power.
What incentives or rebates are available for solar in Dayton, and do you help customers secure them?
Dayton residents can claim the 30 % federal solar Investment Tax Credit (ITC). Commercial customers may also qualify for accelerated depreciation (MACRS) and the new federal direct-pay option for nonprofits and municipalities. Ohio offers Solar Renewable Energy Credits (SRECs) that can be sold on the open market, and AES Ohio supports full retail net metering, which credits excess generation on your bill. We provide all documentation, create the SREC account for you, and coordinate with your tax professional so you capture every available incentive.
Will solar panels really work well in Dayton’s climate, which has cloudy winters?
Yes. Modern photovoltaic modules capture diffuse sunlight, so they still generate electricity on overcast days—just at reduced output. Our designs use historical National Solar Radiation Database data specific to the Miami Valley to predict annual production. A properly sized array in Dayton will typically offset 70-100 % of a household’s yearly electricity use, even accounting for winter clouds and snow. Panels are mounted at an angle that encourages snow to slide off, and we select equipment with high low-light efficiency ratings to maximize winter performance.
How do you determine the right system size and what factors affect it?
We analyze your last 12 months of AES Ohio bills to establish your kilowatt-hour consumption, then model production with industry-standard software (Helioscope & PVsyst) using your roof orientation, pitch, shading, and available space. We also factor in future changes such as EV adoption, electrified HVAC, or planned home additions. Your budget, aesthetic preferences, and the desired payback period help finalize the optimal array size—often between 5 and 12 kW for homes and 25 kW and up for businesses.
How long does installation take and will my power be disrupted?
A typical residential project takes 6-8 weeks from contract to PTO, but only 1-3 days of on-site roof work. Commercial timelines vary with project complexity. During installation we may shut off power briefly (15-60 minutes) while our electricians connect the inverter to your service panel; we schedule this at your convenience. Otherwise, your electricity remains on, and we leave the site clean at the end of each workday.
What warranties and post-installation support do you provide?
All panels carry 25-year performance and 10-12-year product warranties; premium modules offer 25-year product coverage. Inverters include 10-25-year warranties, and we register them on your behalf. Our workmanship warranty is 10 years, covering roof penetrations and electrical labor. We provide a free online monitoring portal and perform a complimentary annual check-up for the first two years. After that, affordable maintenance plans cover preventive inspections, cleaning, and any warranty claim handling so your system operates at peak efficiency for decades.