Future Of Energy
Future Of Energy | Solar Installation | Electrical | Loudon
Harness tomorrow’s power today with HEP’s Future of Energy Electrical as we transform rooftops and open land across Loudon into clean-energy assets. Our team designs and builds custom solar installation systems that fit your property’s unique contours, then pairs them with advanced monitoring so you can watch your panels turn Tennessee sunshine into dependable savings. From the first watt produced, you’re in control—cutting utility costs, boosting home value, and shrinking your carbon footprint without sacrificing comfort or reliability.
What sets us apart is the start-to-finish care you’ll only find with a local partner rooted in Loudon. We handle permitting, utility interconnection, and ongoing service with the same friendly expertise you’ve trusted for electrical work since day one. Whether you’re powering a lakeside cabin or a bustling manufacturing floor, HEP builds solutions engineered to thrive for decades, backed by industry-leading warranties and real people ready to answer the phone. Step into the future with us and let the sun do the heavy lifting.
FAQs
What incentives and rebates are available for going solar in Loudon?
Homeowners in Loudon can usually claim the 30 % Federal Solar Investment Tax Credit (ITC) on the total cost of their photovoltaic (PV) system. In addition, customers served by the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) or the local municipal utility may qualify for a performance-based incentive or generation credit for every kilowatt-hour their array exports to the grid. Loudon County also offers a property-tax assessment that exempts the added value of a solar installation, so your annual property taxes will not rise because you installed PV panels. Utility, state, or TVA programs occasionally change, so our team will review all current incentives with you before contract signing and handle the paperwork to ensure you receive every available credit or rebate.
Does Loudon get enough sunshine to make solar power worthwhile?
Yes. Loudon receives roughly 4.5–5.0 peak sun-hours per day on average, comparable to many parts of North Carolina, Georgia, and northern Texas where solar is already well established. A properly sized 6 kW residential array in Loudon can typically generate 8,000–9,000 kWh per year—covering 75 % to 100 % of an average home’s annual electricity use. With rising utility rates, most Loudon homeowners see simple payback in 8-12 years and 18-25 % internal rates of return over the 25-year warranted life of the panels.
How do I know what size solar system I need?
We begin by analyzing your last 12 months of electric bills to determine your total kWh usage and daily load profile. Next we consider roof orientation, tilt, shading, and available surface area to model how many watts of solar you can physically host. From there we design a system—often 5 kW to 12 kW for typical Loudon homes—to offset the percentage of your bill you prefer. Because net-metering rules may cap system size at 100 % of your annual load, we fine-tune the design to stay within utility guidelines while maximizing lifetime savings.
How long does the solar installation process take from start to finish?
From signed contract to flip-of-the-switch usually runs 6-10 weeks. The timeline breaks down as follows: 1. Engineering & permitting: 2-3 weeks for site survey, structural review, and submission to Loudon County’s building department and the local utility. 2. Equipment ordering & logistics: 1-2 weeks (we keep common panels and inverters in regional warehouses to minimize delays). 3. On-site installation: 1-3 days for most residential projects; 3-7 days for larger or ground-mounted arrays. 4. Inspection & interconnection: 1-2 weeks depending on county and utility inspector schedules. We coordinate every step and keep you updated so there are no surprises.
What maintenance will my solar array require over its lifetime?
Solar PV systems have no moving parts, so upkeep is minimal. In Loudon’s climate, normal rain is usually sufficient to keep panels clean; if heavy pollen or dust reduces output, a light rinse with a garden hose early in the morning will restore production. We recommend: • A visual inspection once or twice a year to check for debris or shading changes. • Monitoring your online production portal so you are alerted to unusual drops in output. • An electrical check by our technicians every five years (or per manufacturer recommendation) to tighten connections and verify inverter health. Panels are warranted for 25-30 years, and modern string or microinverters carry 10-25-year warranties, so long-term maintenance costs are very low.
Will my solar panels keep producing power during a grid outage?
For safety, standard grid-tied solar systems automatically shut down when the utility grid goes offline, so they cannot back-feed power and endanger line workers. If you want backup power, we can integrate a battery storage system (e.g., Tesla Powerwall or Enphase IQ Battery) or a hybrid inverter with an automatic transfer switch. During an outage, the battery will isolate your home from the grid and continue to power critical circuits—lights, refrigerator, internet, and medical devices—while your panels recharge the battery each day. We can size the storage package to match your desired backup duration and budget.