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ScottieWP t1_iwpw4h7 wrote

Reply to comment by KrissaKray in Eversource customers could face another rate hike as utility tries to lock in new contract by netnothing

Just got mine installed last month, now waiting on Eversource to swap out the meter. They are so backed up with applications and I can't blame people for wanting solar with these ridiculous prices.

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OldEnoughToKnowButtr t1_iwpwyva wrote

I am just now considering solar, can you share any resources, links, things you learned?

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ScottieWP t1_iwq5nsf wrote

The r/solar subreddit is a good place to start and has a handy FAQ. Just keep in mind that there are some significant regional differences in pricing. I think I had 10+ solar consultations, mainly virtual, and after a while I knew what was most appropriate for the house and had a good idea of competitive pricing. I definitely found the local installers to have the most competitive prices and are easier to deal with but also spoke with some national and regional installers.

I signed up for my system in July at $3.10 / watt, which was as low as I could get for a 2022 installation. Not sure what prices are now but it is good that the federal solar tax credit was kept at the same rate for 2023 due to the Inflation Reduction Act. If you want to PM me I can give you the details on my top two installers and who I ultimately went with and why.

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KrissaKray t1_iwpyqp0 wrote

The reason I have to wait til Feb is because of stupid Eversource, which sucks, but luckily I'm in a decent enough position I'll survive just fine until then.

As a side note, I switched over to Direct Energy a few months ago. My next bill should be a DE bill. Can't wait to see if that was an improvement or not lol

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SIR_ROBIN_RAN_AWAY t1_iwrat4n wrote

Make sure you call them directly, instead of relying on the solar company for communication! I work for a different utility provider and get calls every week from customers stating that they’ve been waiting weeks/months for us. After looking into it, we’re usually waiting on the solar company for final documentation and photos before we can do the inspection and swap out the meters.

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