Post on 24-Jul-2015
All Your Smart Home Solutions Under One Roof.We’re helping customers everywhere by giving them affordable solar solutions. With our PPA offering, you start saving money from day one with no debt and no up-front costs*.
We believe that you should get to choose where your energy comes from. We help make that choice an easy one, and a less expensive, through smart partnerships.
Like we said, no debt and more savings for you each month, making your choice to go solar the easiest and smartest choice you’ll make all year.
*For qualified customers and subject to service availability.
We understand the importance of renewable
energy and make it simple for customers to make
the switch with no debt and up-front costs.
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Solar Equals Smart Savings
You can run your air-conditioning, your pool pump, or your heat when you want to…and never worry about your electric bill.Helping the environment doesn’t have to mean emptying your pockets. With Elevate Solar, you can save money on your electricity bill and lower your dependence on scarce, expensive fossil fuels.
You’ll also:• Have a fixed rate - no hidden costs• Free On-going Maintenance and Monitoring• Full 20-year Equipment Warranty• Be in control of your power
With locked in rates and close monitoring, you’re free to worry about your family’s quality of life rather than the cost. — Elevate
Solar Panels
Solar panels are silicon enclosed in glass. When the sun hits the silicon, it creates direct current (DC) electricity.
Power Inverter
The inverter takes this energy and converts it into alternating current (AC), which is what your home uses.
Meter
Excess energy during the day goes out to the grid; then during the night, energy comes from the grid. This process is called metering.
Your Energy
Your home is now running on cleaner, cheaper, greener energy.
How Your Solar Panels WorkSince our caveman days, we humans have been burning things like wood and coal to provide the power we need to “keep the lights on”, so to speak. This whole time the ultimate power generator was hanging just above our heads - literally.
Today, solar power systems are leading us into a cleaner and more renewable future. Solar panels convert the free and abundant energy of the sun into electricity that can keep refrigerators humming, air conditioners chilling, washing machines whirring, and homes alive with power.
Here’s how:
Why Us?We Put Our Business In Your HandsElevate Solar is in search of VIP customers who serve as neighborhood advertising homes for our energy and cost saving solar technology.
By qualifying for our neighborhood advertising home program, we have one of our solar engineers custom design a solar system for your home. Then we install, finance, and service that solar system all at no cost to you. All you do is pay for the power our array produces which is anywhere from 20-30% less than you were paying for traditional power. And we give you a set rate. You know how much you pay at all times and you can plan for the future. With a fixed rate, you know how much your bill will be every year. That means no spikes in cost and no surprises. We call it our $0 down and pay as you go reward.
How you qualify:
1. An electric bill over $125.00 a month
We have found that we can provide the most savings for you when your bill is at least $125 a month.
2. A roof in good condition
Solar panels have a thirty plus year life cycle, so if you’re due for a new roof it will save you money to have the project completed before installing solar panels.
3. You own your home
“I was happy when I learned all the environmental benefits of my new solar system, but when my bills went from $180 a month down to $13, now that’s something to get excited about!” — Ross Family
*For qualified customers and subject to service availability.
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Meet our partner
• Flexible Finance Options or Purchase
• Competitive Pricing
• Fastest Install Time
• Worry Free Production Guarantee
• Excellent Equipment Options from Top-Rated
Manufacturers
• Free On-going Maintenance and Monitoring
• Full 20-year Equipment Warranty
• Premium Solar Monitoring Technology
• U.S. Based, Customer Care Team
Committed to Your Complete Satisfaction
• NABCEP Certified PV Installer
provides:
Choosing solar puts you in control of your electric bill and your home environment. Partnering with OneRoof Energy allows us to help you do that without a penny- out-of-pocket.
OneRoof Energy
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They’re the best at what they do
VOTED #1 RESIDENTIAL SOLAR INSTALLERSolar Power World Magazine, 2013. “Top 250 Solar Contractors Nationwide”
Rank CompanyTotal
Megawatts 2012
Total Megawatts
InstalledEmployees
Year Founded
City ST
2 Verengo Solar 20.5 45 854 2008 Torrance CA
3 Vivint Solar 18.21 24.77 750 2011 Provo UT
4American Renewable
Energy12 60 125 2009 Piscataway NJ
5 Astrum Solar 12 25 200 2007Annapolis Junction
MD
6 Roof Diagnostics Solar 11.89 19.62 304 1994 Wall NJ
7 Solar Design Tech 11.5 12.5 14 1996 Ogden UT
8 Haleakala Solar 8.8 48 200 1977 Kahului HI
9 Solar Topps 8.2 18.5 52 2009 Tempe AZ
10 Hawaii Energy Connection 7.27 15.4 100 2007 Aiea HI
11 American Electric 6.5 10 175 1946 Honolulu HI
12 Namaste Solar 6 21 80 2004 Boulder CO
13 Solar Alliance of America 6 14 68 2009 San Diego CA
14 Solar Energy World 6 9.2 75 2009 Elkridge MD
15 Summerwind Solar 6 10 60 2009 Phoenix AZ
16 Elite Electric 5.2 13.9 49 1979 Riverside CA
17 Sullivan Solar Power 4.6 9.12 76 2004 San Diego CA
18 Island Wide Solar 4.5 10 100 2003 Kailua-Kona HI
19 American Solar Direct 8.99 17.084 217 2009 Los Angeles CA
20 The Solar Co. 3.8 12.8 145 2004 Castro Valley CA
#1 OneRoof Energy 35 35 90 2011 San Diego CA
Q.PRO BFR-G3 255-265
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EXTENDED WARRANTIES• Investment security due to 12-year
product warranty and 25-year linear performance warranty2.
THE IDEAL SOLUTION FOR:Rooftop arrays on commercial / industri-al buildings
Ground-mounted solar power plants
Rooftop arrays on residential buildings
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Hanwha Q CELLS GmbH
on the Award of
Top PV Brand Europe 2014
Category Modules
The company Hanwha Q CELLS GmbH ranks among the top
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carried out by EuPD Research among installers on brand awareness,
customers’ choice and distribution.
1. Why do you need my electricity usage to design a solar system for my house? We size a solar system based on how much power you use, not the size of your house. Typically we use your recent electricity bills to analyze your power consumption. That way we can be sure not to oversize the system and generate exactly the amount of power you need.
2. How long does it take to install solar power on my house? Installation time is fast. We can usually complete the process in two days. Permitting and energizing processes are longer and vary from state to state.
3. Do I need to replace my roof before I put solar power on my house? If you’ve replaced your roof in the last five years, then it’s perfect for solar. If it is older than 10 years it may need to be replaced. We recommend speaking with your contractor to see if it’s time for a new roof.
4. Can I buy solar panels and put them up myself? (DIY Solar) You can, but you will not receive the warranty on the installation (20 years). Solar PPAs have become a very popular option for homeowners who are concerned about the cost of solar. This allows you to get all the benefits of solar without having to install them yourself. Most homeowners are now using a solar PPA, in which case the installation is part of the overall, turn-key package.
5. What is thin film solar power and should I use it on my house? Thin film panels use a different technology that is less efficient than regular silicon solar panels, and requires substantially more space, in some cases twice as much.
13 Questions
Every HomeownerAsks About Solar
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6. Does my solar power work if the power goes out? Unless you are off-grid or have a battery storage system, your solar system will also be inoperable if the power goes out. Most installations are tied to the grid. If you are worried about this, a simple generator is a great back up solution.
7. How does the ownership of a solar power system work on a house? If you are using a PPA, which is now the most common method of converting to solar, then you do not own the system. A third party owns, monitors and maintains the system for you, almost like a small separate utility. They own and operate the infrastructure and you purchase a portion of your energy from them at a fixed and reduced monthly rate. The difference is, you are now in control of that rate. We like to think of it as “refinancing your electric bill”.
8. How much does solar power cost? Solar power is now less expensive than traditional electricity in many states. With the new financing models, most people are going solar with no upfront cash out of pocket.
9. What happens at the end of the solar PPA? At the end of the PPA you can do one of three things: a. Buy the system out b. Extend the PPA (by up to 5 years) c. Have the system removed
10. What happens if I move during the PPA? The solar PPA simply transfers to the new owner provided that they meet the qualifications. Another option is to buy out the PPA and add it to the selling price of your home.
11. Which solar panels are the best? The good news is that panels have become pretty commoditized, so the differences are marginal. So if your system produces less than stated in your PPA you will be reimbursed the difference.
12. Will solar power change my gas bill or just the electric bill? Photovoltaic panels produce electricity and will not affect your gas bill.
13. How much will solar save me if I put it on my house? When you purchase a system you can offset as much or as little of your bill as you want. However, the upfront cost may be large and the return on your investment may be 5-10 years. Solar PPAs typically save between 15-25% but have the advantage of providing immediate savings with no initial investment.
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Neighborhood
Advertising Home Reward
Elevate Solar is a leader in clean energy solutions. By taking part in the solar revolution you’ll not only
aid us in spreading the word about sustainable, renewable energy, but you’ll increase the value of your
home. Giving you one FREE* year of solar (or solar electricity) is our way of saying thanks and rewarding
you for making smart decisions for yourself and generations to come.
*Promotional savings not to exceed $2,000. *Not valid with other offers or promotions. Valid exclusively with PPA in CA only. Twelve months of free solar shall be mailed to homeowner at interconnection in the form of a monthly check from OneRoof Energy. Total promotional payment is the sum of 12 months worth of solar PPA payments, not to exceed $2000. Cannot be combined with any other offer or promotion. Restrictions may apply.
One FREE* Year of Solar Electricity
$2,000 $2,000
goelevate.com 855-UELEVATECustomer Authorizing Agent
Up To $2,000
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We pay you for your first year of Solar Electricity
up to $2,000
**Cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer, discount or promotion.
Sign Up 2 of your friends and family Get $1,000
Sign Up 5 of your friends and family Get $2,500
If all 10 of your friends and family decide to get FREE* solar Get $5,000
Elevate RewardsIf you’re committed to sharing the benefits of clean, more affordable solar energy with friends, family and co-workers, you can help them save on utility bills and create a more sustainable future while getting paid in a BIG WAY!
Help us get the word out by giving your friends and family we’ll pay you up to $5,000!
How it works:Give 10 of your nearest and dearest the gift of solar. Not only will we see if they qualify to become a Neighborhood Advertising Home, but we’ll also pay for their first year of solar electricity - up to $2,000.
And the rewards don’t stop there—for every one of your referrals that qualify,
We Pay You $500!Thats means:
Don’t forget to ask your home rep for your rewards form so you can start earning big today!*Cannot be combined with any other offer or promotion. Restrictions may apply. Promotional savings not to exceed $2,000. Valid exclusively with PPA. Twelve months of free solar shall be mailed to homeowner at interconnection in the form of monthly checks. Total promotional payment is the sum of 12 months worth of solar PPA payments, not to exceed $2000. Restrictions may apply. **Payment will be paid within 10 days of their solar system installed and energized. Referrals that do not result in a new customer and fully executed (fully installed solar system and activation) do not meet our minimum requirements and do not qualify as a new solar customer.
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What Happens Next?8 simple steps
1. Homeowner Verification, Collect DocumentsRequired documents:• Copy of all the pages of your most recent utility bills, including a summary for the
last 12 months of usage.• Voided check from homeowner who has passed credit showing their name on the
account.• Important: If the home is held in a trust, you will need to provide the proper
certificate of trust so that the agreement is accurate.
2. Site AssessmentOne of our solar engineers will contact you within 48 hours to schedule your site assessment. The site assessment includes an inspection of the roof and shading considerations. Based on measurements obtained from the site assessment our team will determine the specifications that fit your home.
3. Solar Agreement ApprovalOur team will review your submitted documents and follow up for clarification if needed.
4. System DesignThe results of the site assessment will allow our expert design team to customize a solar energy system specifically for your home. The design will be submitted to you for approval. At this time we will also ask you to sign utility interconnection and rebate paperwork (if available).
5. PermittingOnce you have approved the design, we submit the plans to the city and the HOA (if applicable) to grant a construction permit.
6. InstallationUpon receipt of the permit, our experienced crew will install your customized solar system on your roof.
7. InspectionsThe city/county will inspect the system in order to close out the permit.
8. InterconnectionThe utility company grants their approval and you will receive “permission to operate”. We turn the system on and your meter begins spinning backwards!
Elevate Solar SAPC PPA Terms OverviewThe PPA is structured as a base agreement with actual system size details in an amendment.
PPA Terms ORE
Buyout Options
20 years
Fixed rate per kWh
After year 5, homeowner can buyout agreement and then each year at
interconnection anniversary
Buyout price in attached schedule or FMV, whichever is higher
ORE PPA Transfer Prepay PPA – Net Present Value of future payments 5% discount rate
Buyout PPA (according to schedule only after year 5)
Transfer to new homeowner
ORE PPA Renewal
Options
Renew in 5 year increments
Buyout system at buyout schedule amount
Terminate agreement
Homeowner sent notice 3 months prior to end of agreement outlining
options and rate for agreement renewal
If form not returned, agreement will automatically renew for 6 months and
every 6 months following at a rate of 10% below current utility price
Billing Homeowner billed on actual monthly production
Monthly production reported to servicer for billing on monthly basis
Can be overridden by estimated production if there is a valid reason or if
monitoring is out
Homeowner can elect for monthly billing and decline ACH. However, there is
a monthly $7 charge for additional service.
Production Homeowner will have access to platform where they can find their actual
production, any overrides and monthly charges
Tracking If monitoring numbers not in on time, will use estimated production and
adjust to actuals in following month
Warranty Roof penetration waterproofing warranty is the greater of 1 year or length of
existing roof warranty
Warranty applies for term of PPA but not less than 10 years (meaning if they
buyout, then it applies for 10 years)
Maintenance and replacement of defective parts to ensure system operates
within expected performance parameters