THE GRAND CANYON STATE GOES SOLAR
Why go solar in Arizona
Many have already gone solar in the Grand Canyon State, and for good reason! Arizona ranks 8th* in the nation for growth in the next 5 years. Investor owned utilities will source 15% of their power from renewables by 2025, so you will see great incentives. There are many reasons why residents are going solar, the biggest being “it just makes sense.”
Save on energy
Energy rates increase every year, but solar has potential savings. We design your system to offset your electricity consumption. This means you can produce all the energy you need, even for those hot summers. Don’t worry, you can keep the AC on! With solar, your air conditioner will run on sunshine during the day, letting you avoid possible high peak rates.
Be prepared for outages
Scheduled maintenance or unforeseen weather can cause outages, especially in the summer. The best thing you can do is be prepared with a solar system and batteries. In the event of an outage, you can keep your house running. Talk to your dealer about what batteries are the right fit for your system and lifestyle.
Preserve Arizona’s outdoors
Arizona is known for its deserts, mountains, canyons, and forests. It is no wonder that Arizonans want to preserve their natural wonders. Every homeowner that installs solar is directly contributing to the reduction of greenhouse gasses, such as CO2 from the state. Going solar may help you save money while helping the environment.
Have predictable payments
You may notice that as the temperatures rise, so does your energy bill. High Time of Use rates (TOU) can make your bills unpredictable. Take the power back by avoiding them altogether. Your energy system will produce electricity during the hottest times of day, and your batteries will have your back at night. You may not even need to use any energy from your utility.
Invest in your home
Many homeowners go solar to increase home equity. The average Arizona home is worth $315,554, that is a 16.5% annual increase.* According to the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), purchasing a solar power system can increase your home’s resale value by an average of 17%. Solar is just another way to keep up with the market.**
Solar incentives in Arizona*
Arizona’s Residential Solar and Wind Energy Systems Tax Credit offers a state tax rebate to qualifying residents on the purchase price of a solar system of up to $1,000. Additionally, the Solar Equipment Sales Tax Exemption frees you from any Arizona solar tax. You won’t have to pay any sales tax on your system or additional property taxes on the added home value.
Arizona homeowners are also eligible for the Solar Investment Tax Credit (ITC).*** The ITC allows you to deduct 26 percent of the cost of installing a solar energy system from your federal taxes.
Solar panels perform in all kinds of weather
Going solar is a big decision, and although there are many factors you should consider, local weather shouldn’t be a deterrent. Solar panels are designed to work in almost any type of weather… even snow and clouds!
Sunny
There are sunny days ahead for solar. The more sun you have access to, the longer your panels work during the day. Your panels work best at converting energy when sun rays shine directly at them. The more energy you produce, the more excess you may be able to send back to the grid. Take advantage of the excess through net metering and other incentive programs.
Rainy
As the rain pours down, your panels will continue to be hard at work. Solar panels will work with reflected or partially blocked sun rays to keep your home powered. Your production is linked to the amount of clouds. Rain will have some effect on your production, but the rays will still penetrate through the rain. It may actually help keep your panels working efficiently as they wash away any dust or dirt.
Cloudy
It is a misconception that panels don’t work on cloudy days. The best way to know how much the clouds affect your system’s performance is to monitor your system on sunny days and compare. Your system may actually be more efficient without the excess heat. This is because solar systems prefer the cold! The sun’s rays are still able to penetrate through cloudy skies and keep your system running.
Snowy
Amazingly enough, even when covered in snow a solar system can still produce power! Scattered light filters through snow and reaches solar panels even when the snow cover is fairly heavy. Your solar panels may actual be more efficient in light snow. Cold weather helps them perform better, and usually snow slides right off. Power production may be reduced with heavier snowfall, but your system can still produce.
Windy
Solar panels are highly reliable and sturdy, they hardly notice your average winds. In most cases, damage from wind will be due to weakened roofs, not solar panels. This is why we assess your roof condition and reccomend any repairs prior to installing your system. In the event that higher winds cause an outage in the grid, you will still have power if you have batteries with your system.
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*This information is current as of May 5, 2021 and customers are encouraged to check with their local utility providers for the most up to date and accurate information.
**We advise you to consult with the appropriate professionals (including, but not limited to, your solicitor or attorney, accountant, CPA, CGA, or any other financial or legal advisor) for the implications of any information contained in our website and in any link you access through our website.
***You should contact a qualified tax expert and consult with them. Neither Freedom Forever’s family of independent authorized dealers nor Freedom Forever itself can give you tax advice. A qualified tax professional will understand your situation and be able to give you the most relevant advice.
