Clean Energy
Clean Energy | Solar Installation | Electrical | Evensville
Looking for a smarter way to power your life in Evensville? HEP’s Clean Energy Electrical team brings decades of trusted service to the cutting-edge world of solar installation, transforming rooftops, carports, and open land into reliable sources of renewable power. Our licensed electricians design each system around your property’s unique sun profile, so you can watch your electric bills shrink while your home’s value—and your peace of mind—rise.
From the first free energy audit to the moment your panels start producing, we handle permitting, utility paperwork, and long-term maintenance, keeping the process effortless for you. Federal tax incentives, TVA buy-back programs, and HEP’s flexible financing make the switch surprisingly affordable, and our local monitoring service lets you track every kilowatt your panels create. Join your neighbors in choosing a cleaner, brighter future—reach out today and discover how easy going solar with HEP can be.
FAQs
How much sunlight does Evensville receive, and is it enough to make solar panels worthwhile?
Yes. Evensville, Tennessee, averages about 4.5–5 peak sun-hours per day across the year—more than enough to generate substantial solar electricity. Modern photovoltaic (PV) modules perform well even on partly cloudy days, and our designs use monitoring software to maximize output for the local climate.
What incentives or rebates are available for solar installations in Evensville?
Homeowners can claim the 30 % Federal Solar Investment Tax Credit (ITC) on the cost of equipment and installation. Tennessee does not levy property tax on the added value of a solar system, so your property taxes will not rise. TVA’s Green Connect program also offers performance-based credits when you export surplus power back to the grid. We handle all paperwork for these incentives during the project.
How long does the installation process take from contract to power-on?
A typical residential project follows this timeline: 1. Site visit & system design: 3–5 days 2. Permitting & interconnection approval: 3–6 weeks (varies by utility) 3. On-site installation: 1–3 days for most homes 4. Utility inspection & meter swap: 1–2 weeks after installation Overall, expect 5–8 weeks from signed contract to energization. We keep you informed at every step.
What is the average cost and payback period for a residential solar system in Evensville?
For a 7 kW rooftop system—sized for the average home—turnkey pricing runs $2.50–$3.10 per watt, or about $17,500–$21,700 before incentives. After the 30 % federal tax credit, net cost drops to roughly $12,250–$15,200. With typical utility rates in Rhea County, homeowners see annual savings of $1,200–$1,600, yielding a payback of 7-10 years and 25+ years of essentially free electricity thereafter.
Do I need batteries, or can I stay connected to the grid?
Most customers choose a grid-tied system without batteries, relying on net metering (TVA’s Parallel Generation) to credit daytime excess and draw power at night. This approach minimizes upfront cost. If you want backup power during outages, we can integrate lithium-ion battery storage (e.g., Tesla Powerwall or Enphase IQ Battery). Batteries add resilience and can also shave peak demand charges, but they raise system cost by 20-40 %.
What maintenance and warranties come with your solar installations?
Solar PV has no moving parts, so maintenance is minimal—just occasional cleaning if pollen or debris reduces output. We include 25-year manufacturer warranties on panels and power-output guarantees of 80-90 % at year 25. Inverters carry 10–25-year warranties depending on model; batteries up to 10 years. Our workmanship warranty covers labor and roof penetration for 10 years, and we offer optional monitoring & service plans for proactive performance checks.