Photovoltaic ("PV") or "solar electric" systems are gaining strong acceptance worldwide due to rising energy costs, falling equipment costs, environmental concerns and attractive rebates and incentives. PV uses semiconductors to convert sunlight into electricity, just like a solar-powered calculator, but on a much, much bigger scale. PV is completely electrical and does not use any plumbing like a solar hot water system does. PV is a complete electrical system hard-wired to your home's electrical system. During peak solar hours, you can watch your electric meter actually spin backwards. For some grid-tied systems, surplus electricity can be sold back to your local electric provider at very attractive rates. Surplus energy may also be stored in a battery backup system.

As a NABCEP (North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners) Certified Photovoltaic Installer, Pete Wilking of A1A Solar is uniquely qualified to design and install PV systems of all shapes and sizes, residential and commercial. When you hire a solar contractor with a NABCEP Certified Installer leading the crew, you can be confident that you are getting the job done by a solar professional with the know-how that you need. They are part of a select group of professionals who have distinguished themselves by being awarded NABCEP credentials by passing a rigorous exam. Across North America, not many more than 1,000 individuals have earned NABCEP certification.

There are many options, configurations and considerations in designing a PV system, and A1A Solar would be happy to conduct a complimentary solar site survey and energy consultation. Call 904-468-SUN1 or email A1A Solar to schedule yours and start producing your own power!

To see what a photovoltaic system looks like on a roof, visit the photo gallery for a sampling of installations by our unmatched crew.

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