Benefits

• Gain Independence from Utility Companies
  Most experts agree that electric rates will continue to climb faster than inflation. As your own energy provider, you will lock in power at a fraction of the current charges and prevent future rate hikes. A solar electric system will allow you to free yourself from the utility company and the instability of global energy markets.
  
  
• Solar Power is Cheaper than Utility Power
  Installing a solar power system is equivalent to prepaying for 40 years of power at a fraction of the cost you currently pay! The cost/unit of energy you pay now is higher than what you would pay with solar. As rates continue to increase in the future, this difference will increase, leading to even more savings over the life of a solar electric system.
  
  
• The Government Pays for a Large Portion of the Cost
  The government currently offers two significant financial incentives. The State of Florida offers a sizable upfront rebate. These rebates usually cover 20–30% of the total system cost. Investments in residential solar electric systems are also eligible for an additional $2,000 federal tax credit.
  
  Contact us today to talk to a Superior Solar representative about reserving your rebate at the current levels available.
  
  
• Sunlight Can Make Your Meter Spin Backwards
  When your system generates more electricity than you’re consuming, your utility meter will actually spin backwards. You accrue credit with your utility company. This allows you to reduce your electric bill and drive it toward zero.
  
  
• Solar Power Systems Are Dependable
  Photovoltaic (PV) cells were originally developed for use in space, where repair is extremely expensive, if not impossible. PV still powers nearly every satellite circling the earth because it operates reliably for long periods of time with virtually no maintenance. Once installed, the solar power system requires little or no maintenance (especially if no batteries are used), and will provide electricity cleanly and quietly for 25 to 40 years. Our solar panels carry a 25–year manufacturer warranty on their production.
  
  
• Solar Power Is Better for the Environment
  Generating electricity from solar energy reduces your consumption of fossil fuels, which decreases pollution and greenhouse gas emission. By switching to solar power, you will combat global warming and reduce our nation’s dependence of foreign energy sources. Even a small solar electric system has a significant environmental impact. For example, a 2.5kW solar system reduces CO2 emissions by an amount similar to that which would occur by planting 1 acre of trees, or the amount of CO2 emitted by a passenger car driving 7,800 miles per year. You can begin making a difference today!

Grid-Tied Solar Electric (PV) Systems

These systems come in two basic types:

The first system consists of an array of pv panels and the associated mounting hardware and wiring with a sell back power inverter. The inverter takes your solar electric power and feeds it into your home’s power lines. Any power that is additional to that used in your home is fed back onto the power grid. When this happens, your meter is spun backwards so that amount of power comes directly off of your electric bill. If you happen to generate more power than you use during the month, the utility company gives you a credit to use against future power use.

The second type of grid-tied system adds a battery storage bank that acts as a back up, with the inverter, in case the utility has a power failure. This type of system has that distinct advantage but it costs more than the straight sell back system and it is not as efficient.

Stand-Alone Solar Electric (PV) Systems

Stand-alone PV systems are designed to operate independent of the electric utility grid, and are generally designed and sized to supply certain DC and/or AC electrical loads. These systems are typically installed in remote locations or situations where a tie to the power grid is not available and/or cost effective.