What is a Solar Site Assessment?

What you can expect during a Solar Site Assessment with Northwind Solar

What the Assessment Covers:

• Energy & Goals: Together, we'll review your energy usage (from a recent bill) and discuss your motivations for going solar, what your expectations are, current electrical usage, energy offset goals, and any plans for additional electrical loads, like EV + Charger addition, induction stove, or other electrification to your property.
• Sunlight & Shading: We'll walk the property and measure your “solar window,” looking at shading, and optimal south-facing locations for array placement.
• Roof/Ground Options: We'll confirm roof condition/structure; compare roof vs. ground (or pole) mounts.
• Electrical Readiness: We'll inspect the main panel (e.g., confirm 200A) and meter; identify clean, code-compliant spots for disconnects/inverters/batteries.
• Efficiency Tips: Recommend simple upgrades that improve savings and system performance.
• Questions: We'll answer any questions you may have, cover available incentives, net metering guidance, and establish next steps.

What you'll receive afterward:

After the Solar Site Assessment, we'll go to work designing your PV system based on the information and site data we collected during the assessment. In that proposal, you'll find information on:

• Recommended system size and placement
• Estimated production and preliminary cost
• Eligible incentives (federal, state, utility)
• Financial analysis (savings, payback, ROI)
• Clear next steps to move forward (no pressure)