FAQs

Yes, solar installation requires specific licensing and permits to ensure safety and compliance with local regulations. VESTA Home Energy is AES certified and has a master electrician on staff, setting us apart from other installers. This expertise guarantees that your installation is done to the highest standards and meets all necessary requirements.

Standard solar panels do not provide power during an outage unless they are paired with a battery backup system. VESTA Home Energy offers advanced battery backup solutions and has engineers on staff who can design a system that meets your specific needs and desires. This ensures that your home remains powered even when the grid is down. VESTA is one of the only companies with battery experts and installers on staff to ensure your system meets your required specifications and operates with highest efficiency for the most cost savings benefits. In fact, most solar sales companies do not have access to battery solutions and are likely not educated on the current technology.

Our commitment to quality starts with using top-tier solar panels and equipment. VESTA Home Energy employs certified installers and has a master electrician oversee all projects. Additionally, we provide thorough inspections and maintenance services to ensure your system operates at peak efficiency. To further ensure your peace of mind, we offer a 10-year warranty on all workmanship related to our installs. Unlike companies that subcontract labor, our installers are employees of VESTA Home Energy, allowing us to fully honor our warranty and maintain the highest standards of quality and reliability.

VESTA Home Energy prides itself on exceptional customer service, offering personalized consultations, transparent pricing, and ongoing support. Our best-in-class warranties and top-rated materials ensure you receive the highest efficiency and reliability in the industry. Unlike other companies, we accompany you through every step of the process—from contract, engineering, and permitting to installation, commissioning, and monitoring of your system—without using subcontractors. This comprehensive approach ensures a seamless and satisfying solar experience from start to finish.

Navigating solar incentives and rebates can be complex, but VESTA Home Energy makes it easy for you. We handle all the necessary paperwork to ensure you maximize your savings and take full advantage of available financial benefits. When your system is commissioned, we provide you with our comprehensive "Solar Bible," which includes all documentation related to your system. This includes tax rebate forms, SREC documentation, all product warranty information, and even a certificate documenting a tree planted in the George Washington Forest in your name. No other company is as committed to providing this level of customer service and comprehensive support as VESTA Home Energy.

VESTA Home Energy only uses products that offer 25-year warranties and guarantee a minimum of 85% efficiency after 25 years. In addition to these industry-leading product warranties, we provide a 10-year warranty on our labor installation, ensuring your system is built to last. We monitor your system for the first year at no additional cost, and we offer continued monitoring services year after year for a small monthly fee. This comprehensive warranty and monitoring support give you peace of mind and ensure your system performs optimally over its lifetime.

Every home and business has unique energy requirements. VESTA Home Energy's expert engineering and electrical team are on-staff to ensure the highest quality design tailored to meet your exact specifications. This level of expertise allows us to create customized solar solutions that maximize efficiency and savings. Additionally, VESTA is one of the few home energy companies capable of building completely off-grid systems, providing you with reliable energy independence.

Yes, VESTA Home Energy offers a variety of financing options to make solar accessible to everyone. Our flexible plans and partnerships with financial institutions allow you to choose a payment structure that fits your budget, making the transition to solar as affordable as possible. We offer cash options, low interest rate financing, and no-fee financing.

VESTA Home Energy’s installation process is meticulous and thorough. We start with a comprehensive site assessment, followed by a custom design and precise installation carried out by our certified professionals. The involvement of our master electrician ensures the highest safety and quality standards are met.

VESTA Home Energy is committed to staying at the forefront of solar technology by continuously investing in training and certification for our team. Our partnerships with leading solar manufacturers allow us to offer the latest and most efficient solar solutions, ensuring our customers benefit from cutting-edge innovations.

Solar power works by converting sunlight into electricity using photovoltaic (PV) cells. These cells, typically made from silicon, are arranged on solar panels installed on rooftops or other locations with direct sun exposure. VESTA Home Energy can power your appliances, lights, and other electrical devices. Any excess energy produced can be stored in batteries for later use or sent back to the grid, often earning credits from your utility company through a process called net metering.

Net metering is a billing arrangement that allows solar panel owners to receive credit for the excess electricity they generate and send back to the grid. Net metering allows solar panel owners to offset their electricity costs and provides an incentive for investing in solar energy systems. It effectively allows you to use the grid as a virtual battery, storing excess electricity for use when your solar panels are not generating enough power.

No, it does not have to be sunny for solar panels to work. While maximum energy production occurs under direct sunlight, solar panels continue to function and contribute to your electricity needs even in less optimal weather conditions.

The number of solar panels required to power your home depends on several factors, including your household's energy consumption, the wattage of the solar panels, the amount of sunlight your location receives, and the efficiency of the system. At VESTA Home Energy, we remove the guesswork, and make the best recommendation for your property.

Taking care of your solar panels is important to ensure they continue to operate efficiently and generate electricity for years to come. Keep them clean, trim nearby trees, monitor their performance, and schedule periodic maintenance with VESTA Home Energy to make sure you’re getting the most out of your solar panels.

Yes, you will still receive monthly utility bills after switching to solar, but the amount you owe may be significantly reduced. When you have a solar energy system installed, you can still be connected to the grid, allowing you to draw electricity from the grid when your solar panels are not producing enough power (e.g., at night).

Describe the item or answer the question so that site visitors who are interested get more information. You can emphasize this text with bullets, italics or bold, and add links.The installation of solar panels typically takes between one to three days, depending on the size and complexity of the system, the ease of access to your roof, and weather conditions. Vesta Home Energy will assess your property and create an installation plan, then make sure we have necessary permits and approval, before installing the panels and ensuring the connection is in place.

Yes, Virginia offers several incentives to encourage homeowners and businesses to go solar. These incentives include the Federal Solar Investment Tax Credit (ITC, Net Metering, Solar Renewable Energy Credits (SRECs), and Sales Tax Exemption. Local Utility Incentives may also be available, depending on your utility provider. You can learn more about Virginia solar incentives in this blog post.