Getting Started in Solar Installation: A Tip Sheet for Contractors & Installers
Updated: Feb 26, 2021
If you are looking to start your own solar installation business or if you are an existing contractor looking to expand your service offerings, we have a couple of tips to help get you started in the solar industry.
Solar Licensing
Each state is different in regards to licenses and requirements, but we believe that everyone should get their NABCEP PV Associate certification. This will give you a full understanding of how solar works, how to install, and even how to sell. It requires 40 hours of your time which you can do online, followed by a 100 question multiple-choice test.
The next thing that you should consider doing is getting the appropriate contractors license(s). Getting a builder's license is far more obtainable than getting an electrical license. If you are already an electrician, you are in a great position. If not, that work can easily be subcontracted by creating a relationship with a trusted electrician.
Network to Find Solar Suppliers
After that, what you should do is build a network of suppliers to help you fulfill your orders. There are suppliers that can help you get materials to all 50 states. If you are looking for a supplier, please reach out to us at info@greenlancer.com and we would be happy to put you in contact with one.
Build a Solar Pipeline with Sales and Marketing
Lastly, learning to sell is very important since solar is still a relatively new industry. There are some incredible software platforms out there such as Solargraf that makes it very simple to sell solar and makes it easy for customers to understand. Once a project is sold, GreenLancer can help you get your permits by drafting your plan set, and getting the appropriate engineers to stamp off on those plans.
Getting started in solar is not as difficult as it may seem. GreenLancer has built relationships with thousands of solar companies throughout the United States, and we are happy to help guide you to get started!
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