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Resources for solar owners

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Already have solar?

We help people all over the country go solar through our co-op program and Solar Help Desk. We help them add battery storage and EV chargers too!

And if you already have solar, we’ve got you covered too!

We provide expert guidance, agenda-free. Take a look through our educational resources and the services we can offer.

Educational resources

We answer questions about solar all day long! Here’s how we can help solar owners.

Solar Maintenance FAQ

Get answers to the most frequent questions about keeping up your solar system.
Read the FAQs

Solar Owner’s Manual

What happens after you install solar panels on your home? This comprehensive 20-page guide has everything you need to know about solar panel ownership and maintenance.
View the manual

Battery Storage Guide

Thinking about adding storage to that solar array you’ve already installed? Do you have storage already and just want to learn more?
Download the guide

EV Charging Guide

Have an electric vehicle or thinking about getting one? This guide shares what to consider when choosing EV charging equipment for your home.
Read the guide

Maintenance Calculator

Have a module or two that aren’t working? Ever wonder when it makes economic sense to pay someone to come and fix them? Try our maintenance calculator to find out.
Try the calculator

Generate a solar summary sticker

Want to make sure your system’s info is visible and easy to find? Fill out this sticker template & print a sticker to put on/near your inverter or main electric panel. You’ll need your solar contract or help from your installer to do it.
Get your sticker

Selling your Solar home

Getting ready to move? Find out what you need to know about selling a home with solar.
View the guide

Home electrification

You know what goes great with solar? Electric appliances! For great resources on upgrading and electrifying your home, check out Rewiring America.
Visit the site

Services from SUN

SUN supports solar owners! We want to make sure you’re getting the most out of your system. We provide the following services to do just that.

Get expert guidance, agenda-free, anywhere in the U.S.

SUN is a national nonprofit. No matter where you are in the United States, we want to support you with your solar.

Need maintenance? Having a problem with your system or just want to get a system check up? If you have a warranty with an installer, we recommend talking to them first. If not, or you’re just looking for someone else to help, let us know.

Location-specific offerings for solar owners: 

  • 50% savings on Solar Renewable Energy Credit (SREC) brokerage fees
    • Where: DC, DE, MA, MD, NJ, OH, PA, VA
    • Who: SUN Members
    • Cost: Free
    • How: Join SUN by going solar in one of our co-ops, attending one of our events, or completing an advocacy action and then mention your membership and the discount to Sol Systems when you contact them.
  • Help choosing the right retail electricity plan to pair with your solar array
    • Where: TX
    • Who: Any solar owner in Oncor or Centerpoint territory
    • Cost: Free
    • How: Request your report at Texas Power Guide

SUN is not compensated by the service providers listed. If you want to support our work financially, make a tax-deductible donation.

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