Are you dreaming of solar but concerned that your roof isn’t right for it? Maybe you don’t think you have enough south-facing area, or the pitch might be too steep? Don’t count yourself out just yet! When you have your system designed and installed by industry experts like the Arch Solar team, you have more options than you think. While there are a few other things to consider when planning to go solar, this is one of the most frequent questions we get!
How Do I Know If My Roof is Right for Solar?
Your Roof's Cardinal Directions
It’s true that when you’re as far north as Wisconsin, it is ideal to have your panels facing as south as possible to maximize their exposure to the sun. However, if your roof doesn’t offer an open south-facing area, our team can design a tailored system for your roof that spreads the panels out to capture as much solar energy as possible.
A system with several arrays facing different orientations often compliments a battery storage system by leveling the solar production curve throughout the day.
Your Roof's Age
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Your Roof's Materials
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Your Roof's Pitch
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Your Roof's Surface Area
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Your Roof's Shading
Many Wisconsin homes have a fair amount of shade, whether from trees, rooftop obstacles like chimneys, or even neighboring buildings. However, a shady roof does not automatically mean solar will not work for your home! Our Energy Experts will help determine how significantly the shade on your roof will impact your future solar array.
Your Roof's Obstacles
With everything designed in-house by Arch Solar team members, we can handle all different roof types, working with obstacles such as chimneys, skylights, dormers, and more. Once designed, our professional installers will make your solar array a reality!
What If My Roof Isn't Ideal for Solar?
If your roof isn't the best option for your new solar array, fear not! Our engineers will do their best to create a solar design that works for your roof and fits your energy needs. If rooftop mounting won't work for your home, other options like garage and shed rooftops, ground mounting, and carports may be a more viable option for your home.
Best of all, our Energy Experts will never sell you on a system that won't benefit your home and family. All of the above factors and more, including your projected production and current utility bills, will be taken into consideration in the sales process. If solar isn't right for your home yet, we'll let you know!
If you had previously discounted your home as having poor solar access, contact our team! We might be able to find a workable solution and solar system that is right for you!
