Quality equipment. A better finished system.
A premium solar installation comes from choosing quality equipment and knowing how to design, place and install the entire system.
Solara Solar installs high quality residential solar equipment for Connecticut homeowners, but equipment is only part of what we look at. Roof condition, panel layout, electrical design, component placement, structural attachment and conduit routing all affect the finished project.
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Qualified for more than just the solar array.
Modern residential energy projects can include solar, battery storage, utility programs and increasingly complex home electrical systems. We maintain both Connecticut program credentials and manufacturer certifications that support the work we perform.
Preferred Contractor
Solara Solar is a Connecticut Green Bank Preferred Contractor serving homeowners throughout Connecticut.
ESS Certified Contractor
Solara Solar is certified to participate in Connecticut's Energy Storage Solutions program for qualifying residential battery projects.
Certified Installer
Solara Solar is a FranklinWH Certified Installer for residential battery storage projects in Connecticut.
High quality modules. More than one option.
Solara Solar uses high quality Tier 1 solar modules from established manufacturers including Hyundai, REC, Qcells and others. Different homes can benefit from different module characteristics, which is why we do not believe every project should automatically receive the exact same panel.
Hyundai HIN Series
- Module efficiencies reaching approximately 22.5% depending on model
- Bifacial options capable of capturing light from both sides of the module
- Modern N type cell technology within the HIN product family
- Strong residential performance across varied roof and weather conditions
Hyundai gives us a strong combination of modern technology, high efficiency, attractive all black residential options and the backing of a globally recognized manufacturer.
REC Alpha Series
- Premium module efficiencies reaching 22%+ depending on Alpha model
- Advanced heterojunction cell technology
- Excellent low light and varied weather performance
- High power density can be especially useful where available roof space is limited
- Distinct module appearance that some homeowners prefer
REC is one of our premium choices when maximizing production from available roof space is important. The Alpha platform combines excellent efficiency with proven premium residential technology.
Q.PEAK & Q.TRON
- High efficiency residential module options reaching approximately 22%+
- Q.ANTUM technology engineered for strong real world energy yield
- Q.TRON expands the lineup with newer high efficiency cell architecture
- Large manufacturing presence and established residential track record
Qcells gives us a dependable, proven residential platform with a broad product lineup and strong manufacturing scale. It can be an excellent fit for a wide range of Connecticut homes.
These are examples, not a closed equipment list. Module availability, project design and homeowner priorities can vary. The final equipment is identified for the homeowner before installation.
Your system should not become a black box after installation.
To invert the power produced by the solar array, a typical Solara Solar residential project includes Enphase microinverters.
That equipment also provides homeowners with online monitoring capabilities through the Enphase platform, giving them direct visibility into system production and operating information.
Built for the roof. Built to stay there.
The hardware underneath the panels may disappear from view after installation, but it becomes a permanent part of the home.
We use HUG all aluminum, one piece roof mounts paired with high quality aluminum railing and durable anodized coatings designed for long term exterior exposure.
Our HUG roof attachments are secured into the structural rafters of the home. We do not use the roof sheathing as the structural attachment point for the solar mounting system.
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Start with the condition of the roof underneath them.
A residential solar system is designed to remain on the home for decades. Installing it on a roof that is already nearing the end of its useful life can create unnecessary expense and complexity later.
That is why roof condition should be part of the solar conversation before installation. We look at the existing roof and consider whether anything should reasonably be addressed before the solar system moves forward.
A premium solar system should look and operate like one.
You can use premium panels, premium electronics and premium mounting hardware and still end up with a mediocre installation. The difference is the thought that goes into how the entire system is designed and put together.
Understand the whole home first.
The finished layout should come from understanding the property, electricity use, electrical system and homeowner's goals before equipment begins going on the roof.
Make the array look intentional.
Production matters, but so does the finished appearance. Panel placement should work with the roof geometry, required setbacks and architecture instead of looking like panels were simply placed wherever they fit.
Think about everything off the roof too.
Combiner equipment, disconnects, batteries and associated electrical components should be located thoughtfully with consideration for access, appearance and how the homeowner actually uses the property.
Follow natural lines whenever possible.
A conduit run should not become the first thing someone notices. We look for natural routes that follow rooflines, corners and existing building geometry whenever the project allows it.
Know what the finished system should do.
Installing individual components is only part of the job. Experience means understanding how the completed system should operate, how the pieces interact and what the homeowner should expect after the project is turned on.
That is why we treat residential solar as a complete home improvement rather than a collection of parts. The equipment, structure, electrical work, layout and appearance should all make sense together when the job is finished.
The finished product should speak for itself.
Different Connecticut homes require different designs. What should stay consistent is the attention paid to the finished installation.
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Know what is going on your home.
Good solar equipment is important. Understanding how that equipment will be installed is equally important.
What solar panels does Solara Solar use?
Does Solara Solar use Enphase microinverters?
Can I monitor my solar system online?
What solar mounting system does Solara Solar use?
Should my roof be evaluated before installing solar?
What makes a high quality solar installation?
Is Solara Solar a Connecticut Green Bank Preferred Contractor?
Is Solara Solar certified for battery storage in Connecticut?
Wondering if solar could work on your home?
Start with your property, electricity usage and goals. We will design the system around the home and explain the equipment being recommended before you make a decision.