Santee Cooper Solar Incentive, best in SC!

Homeowners who live in a Santee Cooper service area should pay close attention to this announcement. The Santee Cooper Solar Incentive that was recently approved in 2017 has made it the most attractive utility incentive in the state. For a limited time, when you switch to solar energy for your home, Santee Cooper will pay you an early adopter incentive of $1.60 per installed watt of solar energy to a maximum total payout of $9,600.00. This is no joke!

It’s almost too good to be true.

Here is how the incentive works;

1. Have a solar energy system installed at your home
2. Receive $1.60 per installed watt up to a maximum of 6 kW (AC) or $9,600.
3. Receive a check from the utility 30-45 days after installation

Why would they offer this?

1- Santee Cooper is the largest supplier of power in our state. They are an environmentally conscience company and believe in green, renewable energy.

2- Federal mandates require energy producers to shift a portion of their energy production to renewables by year 2020. Its simple math… they have to have these renewables and its cheaper for them to pay a small amount to homeowners versus spending millions to build mega solar farms.

Wait…there is more!

Federal and State Solar Tax Credits will cover 55% of the cost of your system. Our current program offers $0 cost upfront for equipment purchase and installation. Solar loan programs spread low monthly payments out over time to be just like paying a power bill.  There are multiple options available and someone from South Carolina Solar will be happy to discuss these options with you and see which one is the best fit for you.

Economics in Black & White

6 kWAC of installed Solar……………….$24000
Santee Cooper Solar Incentive………….$9600
Federal Solar Tax Credit (30%)…………..$7200*
State Solar Tax Credit (25%)……………..$6000*

HARDWARE COST:

$1,200 (after rebates and incentives)

This is not a typo. This could help you eliminate a portion of your power bill forever. Call South Carolina Solar today for a detailed & personalized Financial Breakdown of these numbers to find out how you can eliminate this portion of your electricity bill forever.

How will this affect my Utility Bill?

The short answer is that many factors determine how much you will save. For example; roof direction and other environmental conditions help to determine the productivity of your solar system. This is something that can change from customer to customer. We will prepare a detailed analysis of these savings for you during an in home consultation.

This will also give us an opportunity to answer any of your questions and educate you about Solar. During this consultation, we will cover all aspects of making the switch to Solar. Call South Carolina Solar today @ 843-300-1770

There are three reasons to act now:

1. Santee Cooper approved customer rate increases for electricity which started in 2016 and are set to continue through 2021. Some experts suggest that the rate in 2020 could be higher than the rate today.
2. The Santee Cooper Solar Incentive could be eliminated or change when the utility reaches its target adoption numbers for solar.
3. The first 500 clients who switch to solar will also qualify for an additional payment incentive for excess energy.

Don’t let a once in a lifetime opportunity pass you by. When you switch to solar, you are able to sell excess energy back to the grid.

Getting Started & Qualifying

1. Call South Carolina Solar today to discuss your current energy usage.

2. We will create a customized solar array design for your home.

3. When completed, we will schedule an appointment to meet with you on our findings.

4. If you wish to proceed, we will take care of everything for you from start to finish.

*Federal and state tax credits are available at the percentages listed above. In order to quality for tax credits, you must either pay in taxes throughout the year or owe taxes at the end of each year. Click here to find out more about the Federal Solar Credit & SC State Solar Credit. Consult your CPA about qualifications.

Call South Carolina Solar Today!

843-300-1770

 

Solar is booming in SC.

The combination of lower prices, advancements in solar technology and friendly incentives,  has made the future look bright for solar in South Carolina. South Carolina Solar will help educate you on the process of switching and  enlighten you on the truth about solar.

Don’t be fooled…

The truth is that Solar is an easy decision to make when the numbers make sense. Beware of salesmen telling you everything you want to hear to make a sale. Solar companies are not contractors for your local utility. These false statements are being presented to homeowners in our communities. The information on this page will help you understand the process of switching to solar.

People say, “Solar is too expensive”

Solar has actually come down 80% in cost in recent years. When solar is a fit then the cost to switch is next to nothing. In fact, if you can pay your electric bill then you can afford solar.

Here is how; when you switch to solar, the electricity you currently buy from your utility can now be produced by your solar system for free. The Sun’s energy is being collected and sold back to the utility at retail. This effectively cancels out your purchases and allows you to reallocate the money towards your solar hardware.

Its pretty nifty. Solar doesn’t increase your monthly cost, it replaces it!

Roof Space

If you are one of the many homeowners in South Carolina that have the available roof space for solar panels, then you could be a fit. The average household energy consumption in South Carolina is higher than that in other states. Solar allows you to replace the energy you are buying dollar-for-dollar. In other words, it doesn’t create a new expense but instead replaces one you already have.

Roof Orientation

Solar panels can be installed on a roof, ground mounted or a custom pergola can be constructed to accommodate the system.

Orientation plays a role in how many solar panels are necessary to offset your electric bill. Recent advancements in solar technology make multiple orientations and levels of shading viable options for solar installation.

HOA Approval

Currently the State of South Carolina has NO Solar Access or Solar Rights Law. This means that the Home Owners Association can have a say in the locations that panels can be installed. But don’t worry, this is a painless part of the process that South Carolina Solar will handle on your behalf. When you decide to make the switch, we will handle everything from HOA approval, permitting and final inspections while you sit back and relax.

Solar Tax Credits

The Federal Solar Tax Credit currently covers 30% of the overall cost of your system. You will apply for the credit on your first tax return after installing the solar energy system on your home. Here is the thing; if you don’t pay tax, you will not get a credit. If you normally have to pay money at the end of each year then this credit will offset the amount you would normally pay. You can receive up to the FULL amount of this refund in your first filing. This credit can be used over multiple years so you won’t lose it.

The State Solar Tax Credit currently covers 25% of the overall cost of your system. You will apply for the credit on your first tax return after installing the solar energy system on your home. Like the Federal Solar Tax Credit, if you don’t pay state tax, you will not get a credit.  Unlike the Federal Solar Tax Credit, your South Carolina State Solar Tax Credit is limited to receiving a maximum of $3500 per year OR 50% of your state tax liability. The state will allow the lower of the two to be used.  This credit can be used over multiple years so you won’t lose it.

A project manager from South Carolina Solar will help you determine how you can qualify for these incredible incentives.

Lease or Purchase?

Which option is best for your home? While leasing solar might provide some short term savings, there are many long term disadvantages you need to consider. Purchasing your solar system through finance or cash allows you own the system & take advantage of many benefits over time.

Solar Lease

Although leasing is an option, this is not an option that we recommend for installing solar. When you lease solar, you are not able to take advantage of the many benefits and incentives that are currently available.

Solar Ownership

The truth about Solar ownership is that this option tends to make the most sense for many South Carolina homeowners. When you purchase a Solar Energy System for your home, you are investing into a home improvement that will actually pay for itself time and time again.

Here are some benefits of Solar ownership:

• Solar loan programs allow you to purchase your system for $0 down and spread the payments for your Solar hardware over an extended period of time to mimic your monthly utility payment.
• Solar ownership will allow you to convert a bill into an asset that will pay you back time and time again.
• When you purchase Solar you say goodbye to energy payment increases forever.
• When you make your last hardware payment you are done paying for Solar and you are done paying for power. No Bill!
• Owning your Solar panels will add value to your home.
• Installation quality is much better and close attention is paid to the aesthetics of the installation

South Carolina Solar is local.

At South Carolina Solar, we explain the truth about solar to each and every client we work with. This begins with an evaluation of your energy consumption and a site survey.  We customize a Solar Energy Solution for each client based on their individual needs. We will be honest and straightforward with you and take care of you like only a local company can.

To get the truth about Solar and see if your home is a good fit, please call us at 843-510-7500. One of our friendly representatives will be more than happy to help.

Here are some examples of our GOOD Solar installs:

Simple, clean and elegant. When you see an all black solar install, it simply looks like a sheet of glass. It can be installed to blend right in.

Do your homework.

A bad first impression could be an indication of things to come. First off, any company representative should have proper identification and a business card. This should be a minimum requirement for outside sales representatives.

Ask to see past installs and for information on the company.

SCS is your source for residential solar.

We are here to help.

If you are looking at installing a Solar panel system on your home, the friendly staff at SCS can help you navigate the process.

Although solar is relatively new to South Carolina, the industry saw over a 300% increase in new solar installations last year alone. South Carolina Solar is local and pays close attention to our clients needs.

We assign a project manager to each project we take on. The project manager will help you select the best Solar Panels for your home.

The cost of solar has come down considerably in the last few years but is is still not cheap. We work with solar lenders that allow you to have your system installed for as little as $0 cost down.

To contact SCS, you can reach us at our office at 843-510-7500.