Solar Panel Installation in Hillsboro, OR

Hillsboro is one of the largest cities in Oregon, nestled in the Tualatin River Valley to the west of Portland. Hillsboro, nicknamed the Silicon Forest, is home to many high-tech companies and is fittingly a leader in the solar energy industry. If you are looking to buy Oregon-made solar panels then you are in luck. One high-tech company is a solar panel manufacturer called Sunpower. They currently produce the most efficient solar panel on the market right here in HIllsboro, Oregon.

We at Sunbridge Solar are excited to be Hillsboro’s top solar energy company bringing affordable, high-quality solar energy systems to residents and business owners in Hillsboro. Our company is committed to helping you as a Pacific Northwest local to reduce your electricity costs by choosing a sustainable energy source and making a smart financial investment in the solar energy industry. We will help you through the entire process, from planning, checking for applicable incentives, and installation.

Is Solar Worth It In Hillsboro, Oregon?

As with most cities in the Pacific Northwest, Hillsboro receives a significant amount of rain. However, the long summer days provide a great deal of harvestable solar energy, and our panels can collect even the scattered light that is produced on overcast days so that usable energy can be generated year-round.

You also have the option to sell any excess power that is generated in the summer back to the power grid for energy credits that can be used towards your electricity bill in the winter months when your panels will produce less. This is called Net Energy Metering, or NEM.

At Sunbridge Solar, will help you navigate this process, and also help you investigate whether there are Oregon solar incentives that apply to you, which can help significantly with offsetting the cost of installing a solar power system. Oregon is one of the best states in the country in terms of incentivizing solar power. If you are interested in learning more about how you can create a positive impact on the environment both locally and globally by utilizing solar energy, contact us today.

Does Solar Power Work in Hillsboro?

Despite being known best for the rain, Hillsboro's lengthy daylight hours in the summer make solar a terrific investment for your home or business. By being able to sell excess solar energy back to your utility provider, you will accrue credits to be used during the more cloudy months.

Current Oregon Solar Incentives

Depending on whether you are installing solar panels for your home or business you have access to different incentives. While both can take advantage of Energy Trust of Oregon’s cash-incentive, the federal solar tax credit, and net energy metering they follow different set of rules. To get a better understanding, learn more about each type.

• Oregon Residential Solar Incentives

• Oregon Commercial Solar Incentives

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Sunbridge Answers Your Solar Panel Questions

Q: How Does Solar Energy Work?

A: Solar energy works by the solar panel converting sunlight into direct current (DC) electricity. This electricity needs to be converted into alternating current (AC) to match with your utility power. This is done by an inverter converting the DC into AC electricity. After converted to AC, your home or business consumes what it needs and the excess is sent to your utility spinning your meter backwards (Read more: Net Energy Metering)

Q: How Long Do Solar Panels Last?

A: Solar panels installed by Sunbridge Solar are guaranteed to last for at least 25 years though they are engineered to last over 40 years. All come with a 25-year manufacturer warranty and free replacements.

Q: How Much Will I Save By Installing Solar Panels?

A: The amount of energy you consume monthly and the size of your solar energy system will determine your actual savings. A typical return on investment is usually about 15-20%. With little to zero initial investment and electricity prices increasing every year systems start paying for themselves immediately.

Q: How Much Will A System Cost?

A: The cost of installing solar panels depend on a number of variables. They are:

1. Your roof’s solar potential (less shade the better).

2. Your monthly energy usage.

3. Your utility’s net metering policy.

4. Available Oregon solar incentives (residential, commercial).

5. Whether you choose to add battery backup or EV charger.

6. And more.

You may have already tried out an online solar calculator to find out a “ballpark” estimate. However, these tools are not often too reliable because there are many variables to consider, such as tilt, panel type, and local tree shading. We recommend getting a free site consultation. We will create a proposal showing all the costs including incentives, local environmental factors, and more.

Q: Are the Prices Going To Drop In The Near Future? Should I Wait?

A: While equipment prices will likely continue to decrease slowly, the incentives impact the final price much more. The biggest and most effective incentive is the federal solar tax credit and will decrease at the end of this year.

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