Reduced Energy Bills
Reduced Energy Bills | Solar Installation | Electrical | Mulberry
Soak up Mulberry’s abundant sunshine and watch your utility costs shrink with HEP’s expert solar installation services. Our licensed electricians design and fit high-efficiency panels that turn every ray into reliable, low-cost power—so you spend less on monthly bills and more on what matters. From the first roof assessment to final hookup, we handle permits, incentives, and maintenance, giving you a seamless path to energy independence.
Choosing HEP means local craftsmanship backed by industry-leading warranties and flexible financing. Whether you’re upgrading an existing system or starting fresh, our team tailors each project to your home’s architecture and your family’s energy goals. Join your Mulberry neighbors who’ve already made the switch and feel the difference every time the sun comes up.
FAQs
How much can I expect to save on my monthly electric bill by installing solar panels in Mulberry?
Savings vary with system size, roof orientation, shading, and household consumption, but most Mulberry homeowners see 50–90 % reductions in their utility bills once their solar array is operational. For a typical 7 kW residential system, that translates into $90–$160 in monthly savings at current TECO/Lakeland Electric rates. Because electricity prices historically rise 2–4 % per year, the dollar value of your savings will grow over time.
What local and federal incentives are available to lower the upfront cost of a solar installation?
All Mulberry residents qualify for the 30 % Federal Solar Investment Tax Credit (ITC) through 2032. At the state level, Florida provides a 100 % property-tax exemption on the added home value from solar and a sales-tax exemption on solar equipment, cutting purchase costs by 6 %. In Polk County, certain neighborhoods may also access Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) financing, allowing you to pay for solar through your property tax bill over up to 20 years. Our team will walk you through each incentive and supply the documentation your tax preparer needs to claim them.
Is my roof suitable for solar panels, and what if it needs repairs first?
During a free site assessment we inspect your roof’s age, material, pitch, and orientation. South-, southeast-, and southwest-facing roofs with less than 20 % shading are ideal, but east- and west-facing arrays can still produce excellent results in Mulberry’s high-sun climate. If your roof has fewer than 8–10 years of life remaining, we recommend re-roofing before panel installation so you avoid paying to remove and reinstall the system later. We coordinate with trusted local roofers and can bundle the cost into your solar financing.
How long does the solar installation process take from contract to turn-on?
For most residential projects the timeline is 6–10 weeks: 1) Site assessment and system design (1 week), 2) Permitting with the City of Mulberry/Polk County (2–4 weeks), 3) Panel and inverter installation (1–2 days), 4) Utility inspection and interconnection approval (1–3 weeks). Commercial projects may take slightly longer due to additional engineering and utility requirements. We handle all permits and utility paperwork to keep the process seamless.
Will I still have power during a utility outage?
Standard grid-tied solar systems shut down automatically when the grid goes down for safety reasons. To keep critical circuits powered during outages you’ll need to add a battery storage system, such as the Tesla Powerwall or Enphase IQ Battery. Batteries provide backup, allow nighttime solar usage, and can help you avoid peak utility rates if time-of-use pricing is introduced. We can size a battery bank based on the appliances you want to run (refrigerator, lights, Wi-Fi, medical devices, etc.).
What kind of maintenance and warranties come with your solar installations?
Solar panels have no moving parts and typically require only occasional rinsing to remove pollen or dust. We include a 25-year manufacturer’s performance warranty (output will stay above 80–87 % of the original rating) and a 12-year product warranty, extendable to 25 years in most cases. Our inverters carry 12- or 25-year warranties depending on model. We also provide a 10-year workmanship warranty covering roof penetrations, wiring, and mounting hardware, plus free online monitoring so you can verify your system is performing as promised.