Most Texas homeowners considering solar want to know one thing first: Is my house actually a good candidate for solar panels?
The answer depends on several factors, including your roof’s condition, orientation, available sunlight, shading, energy consumption and your long-term goals.
At Jiles Construction, Roofing & Solar, we evaluate the property before recommending a solar solution.
How Do I Know If My House Is Good for Solar?
A home may be a good candidate for solar when the roof has adequate usable space, receives sufficient sunlight and is structurally capable of supporting a properly designed solar system.
Factors considered during an evaluation can include:
- Roof orientation
- Roof angle
- Shade from trees or nearby structures
- Roofing material
- Available roof space
- Roof condition
- Household energy usage
Even when a roof isn’t perfect for solar, there may be solutions available. That’s why an on-site assessment is more useful than simply looking at a house on a satellite image.
Does My Roof Need to Be New Before Installing Solar?
No, your roof doesn’t necessarily need to be new. However, it should be in good enough condition to support the solar system for years to come.
If your roof is nearing the end of its useful life, replacing it before installing solar may make more sense.
This is one advantage of working with a company experienced in both roofing and solar.
Jiles can evaluate the roof and solar project together instead of treating them as two unrelated systems.
Can Solar Panels Lower My Texas Electricity Bill?
Solar panels can reduce the amount of electricity a household needs to purchase from the grid, but actual savings vary.
Your results depend on your electricity consumption, system size, solar production, utility rates and other factors.
A properly designed solar proposal should be based on your actual property and energy needs rather than a generic promise about savings.
What Happens If I Already Have Solar and Something Breaks?
Existing solar systems can often be repaired even when the company that originally installed them is no longer available.
Jiles services and repairs existing solar systems, including what are sometimes called “orphaned” systems.
Problems can include faulty inverters, mounting issues, damaged panels, monitoring problems or battery-storage issues.
Who Installs Solar Panels in New Braunfels and Central Texas?
Jiles provides solar services in New Braunfels, San Antonio, Austin, Houston and surrounding Texas communities.
The process starts with evaluating your home, roof, sunlight and goals. From there, the team can develop a customized solar proposal and explain your options.
Solar is a significant home investment, which means homeowners deserve real answers rather than a one-size-fits-all sales pitch.
Wondering whether your Texas home is right for solar? Schedule an on-site solar evaluation with Jiles Construction, Roofing & Solar and find out what makes sense for your property.
