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12 questions you should ask before investing in any solar system…

  1. Is the system tracked or fixed?
  2. Is the output data in Direct (DC) or Alternating (AC) current?
  3. What figure are they using for inverter loss and where did they get that data?
  4. What is the panel degradation rate over 20 years?
  5. Is the wireless controller and software included?
  6. Are they Photovoltaic (PV) or thin film panels?
  7. What are their panel efficiencies and is the data 3rd party validated?
  8. Do they have an existing installation with real time output that can be monitored?
  9. Is that an installed price?
  10. Do they have engineering specifications for wind and snow load?
  11. Is the system guaranteed for 20 years from a single supplier?
  12. Is it Ontario F.I.T. compliant?