Frequently Asked Questions

Yes! When you sign up for our system, you are enrolled into HySmart metering technology. That means during the day your renewable energy system is producing power; anything not used will be sent to the battery back-up system and stored tp be used at any time. Then, during the night or when you need to use your power, you can pull back that energy you sent to the batteries.

The answer to this question is very broad, and we are going to divide it into parts.
One of the main benefits of installing a solar panel system is that you will lock the cost of electricity forever, which over the years will be NULL or ZERO cost.
To give you a quick example, as of today the Kilowatt of electricity, FPL will is charging 14 cents, and generate that same amount of watts, 1000w, with your panel system has a cost of 2 cents, as you can see, it is a difference huge, and that money you were giving away EVERY month of your life to FPL.

Yes Absolutely, the total cost of the system will be added to the value of your property
automatically by the state, this will make your house go up in value on the market

Luckily the loan is not personal using the PACE program, so if you decide
sell your home, the buyer will pay for the rest of the system that you have not paid still.
A very clear example, you requested a loan from the bank for 15 years to install a pool in your backyard, which cost you $35,000 and you decide to sell your property the following year, which which you still have a debt with the bank right? The value of your property before having a pool was $600,000 and after installing it value rose to $635,000 automatically, when you sell it, the bank that grants you the credit to the new owner will first liquidate or settle any outstanding debt, to then send you the equity or profit from your house, with solar systems it happens EXACTLY the same, the new owner will pay the total cost, and you will receive the profit on sale.
Another important benefit is that today and thanks to the support of the Federal Government, the Installation is completely FREE. Yeah! You are not going to pay a penny either for it system or installation until November of next year.
And from here an important piece of information emerges: suppose you install your system in October of this year, and you must make the first payment of the system in November of the year

next, during those 12 or 13 months of which you would not be paying a single penny to the been and paying practically nothing to FPL, let’s say your electric bill monthly is about $200, in your bank account you will have that saved money available.

Yeah! solar energy is 100% free, free and available to all people and companies

Not currently, but power companies are always looking for ways to make it difficult for users to adopt the use of Renewable Energy. so if you are interested
to adopt this UNLIMITED resource, do it as soon as possible, it is TOTALLY FREE to install a system.

Since the first day. The installed solar panels generate energy from the day they are installed.
carry out the installation and you will be able to notice the savings in the invoice or receipt of that month.

If true, we not only design the super efficient system for every home, If not, we are also going to provide you with the means to reduce your electricity consumption,
and all the surplus electricity that your home does not use, send it to the FPL network to be “Marketed” to other users, and thanks to an initiative of the state government that was approved by the Florida Senate, starting in 2023 FPL must send you a annual check for the total energy received from your system.

Yes, using the APP you can do it at any time, and not only from the System as well You can verify the individual production of each panel.

The bi-directional meter accounts for the electricity coming in from FPL and the
electricity produced by the panels, that way you will have absolute control of
Production/Consumption. Just look at the meter display on a sunny day, and see
How your system is sending Kilowatts to the FPL network instead of receiving them.

Yes, with the proper installation of the system you could achieve electrical independence. Is In other words, you could have electricity without having to pay any electricity company thus. To achieve this, we must carry out a study of the consumption that you have in your home.
In addition, you can add to the solar panels with a storage system of electricity (solar batteries) so that you have light at all times, including the nights, also known as Emergency Room.

Very unlikely, because during the day, the energy produced that was not used in your household, is posted as a credit to your FPL account, to be used when the
you need.

The average useful life of solar panels is more than 50 years, and 100% production 25 years old. This long useful life together with the maintenance of the facilities is very simple, it makes the profitability of solar energy very interesting, especially since the new electricity tariff has entered, which increases every the years regardless of the country’s inflation.

Solar panels are one of the equipment that requires less maintenance
require. Despite this, there are certain precautions that must be taken with respect to its cleanliness, inclination and state of the photocells.
Depending on the location of the panels, a maintenance scheme is planned,
cleaning and review. This preventive maintenance extends the useful life of the panels and maximize investment.
It is not mandatory, but it is advisable that you hire a maintenance service
scheduled, consult one of our Technical Support specialists.

No, nothing happens to them because they are made to withstand hailstones of 1 inch in diameter at 30 meters per second, a situation that does not occur in the state of Florida.

To answer this question, it is necessary to clearly define what we mean when we say “no”. there is sun”. It is evident that at night a solar panel is not going to produce energy, but what Does it happen on cloudy days and bad weather?

On those days the solar panels also produce electricity. The panels can collect the
diffused light from the environment and transform it into electricity. Of course, the production will not be the same as a completely clear day, but you can still generate electricity with your solar panels to be used in your home.

For security reasons, your solar system will stop working in the event of a blackout. If he system does not turn off automatically in the event of a power cut, it would be dangerous for the operator of the utility company carrying out the repair because you could be electrocuted. When utility power is restored, the microinverters they also resume their activity, starting to function correctly again.
If you want to continue using electricity during a blackout, we have several
solutions available.
The most widely used is the installation of the system called Emergency Room (ER), with this Additional improvement must be selected which area will be used for that purpose.
Most of the time and the most optimal option, is that it be the Kitchen, since in the It is located the fridge, the microwave and it is easily accessible for all members from the house Using the installation of a solar system in parallel, with its own 3000w inverter and a lithium battery, electricity can be supplied to the necessary devices for daily use, and also to critics such as:
Communication Equipment (MoDem) Lighting of Bathrooms and Rooms Ceiling Fans in Rooms Security System and everything necessary or required for its use, and that can be electrically powered without compromising the stability of the system.
Another option is the Battery Backup, which is a bit more expensive than the ER, and works differently, since batteries must be installed that can supply the
devices that are connected to the main panel and also adapt a sub-panel of
protection.
Usually this system has a cost about twice that of ER, and can be installed  without problem.

and we also have the option of a Direct System that allows the use of 2kw (2,000w) without batteries, this will only allow use during the day and only needs the presence of the sun with the power necessary to supply that amount of electricity, this system is the most economy, and efficient that will solve in extreme cases the use of electrical energy in low performance.

If we talk about installations connected to the network, which is the most
widespread in homes in our country, it can be amortized in a period between 7 and 10 years. As we said before, the useful life at maximum production of the panels is about 25 years, so an installation that is amortized in 10 years will generate benefits for 15 remaining years at 100% and after a period there will be an insignificant decrease in the power output, but they will continue to function smoothly in a range between 95%/96% which will give you energy for several more years.

Yes, it is possible to upgrade a system installation later.

You can charge it without problem using your Solar Panel System.

Yes, we can install the charger in your private garage (even if it is rented), in your community or in your company parking lot.

There are several factors to consider when installing a system, installation times vary depending on the size; a complete installation on average takes between 2 to 3 days in be finished and running.

There is no difference between the energy you receive with solar panels and the one you you currently receive from your electricity provider, so your appliances
electrical do not represent any risk.

Luckily the answer is NO, not at all, as the solar panels are fixed on the roof of the house respecting all codes, they become part of it and the Insurance companies must cover them. If the solar panels are not part of the house construction (if mounted on a structure separate from the roof of the house) house), then it will depend on the insurance company and the policy you have taken out.

Your home insurance covers solar panels attached to the roof against the same
dangers that your home may have. That is, your system will be covered if it is damaged in the
following situations:
Fire
Good heavens
domestic explosions
Wind
civil commotion
Smoke
Hail
Air accidents
Volcanic eruption
Vandalism
Burst
revolts
thefts
This means that if any of these events occur, you can replace your panels
solar with a minimal additional cost.

Honestly, there is no myth as false as this, hundreds of documented tests
show the opposite. The principle of everything is based on the fact that the assembly system of solar panels must be attached directly to the main beams of each roof, following all the procedures regulated by the State, which is very strict in that period, and before a single solar panel can be installed on the rack, the city send an inspector to verify that the current security code has been respected, It is also worth adding that strong winds or hurricane winds cannot
detach or tear off a single panel that is correctly installed, the state of the Florida mandates that the panels must withstand winds of up to 195mph, which makes the installation is super strict and secure.
We have photographs that show areas that were hit by a hurricane, and the roofs of homes that had solar panels installed remained in place after the
sinister, and the roofs that did not have solar panels, suffered considerable damage and very severe.
With all this information and evidence, we can assure you that this myth is just that, a myth, a comment from people without knowledge of what they are talking about, but what they pass on among their acquaintances.

We must lower the panels to carry out the work on your roof, and then we will return to install them to make them work again. In any case, you must take into account that A Shingles roof has a useful life between 12 and 15 years, One of Tiles, Tiles or blocks Concrete between 25 and 40 years and finally the metal between 50 and 70 years, the time of useful life depends on the care received during his life. We always make a previous inspection of the house in the areas where the work will be carried out, and the company third party that we use, gives us a detailed report of all of them, and we will know about immediately if a repair or modification is needed.

Our company always hires an outside company to perform an inspection on
all the areas where the work will be carried out, in this way we will have a
opinion of an expert indicating the condition it was in before performing the
job.
Whether or not the roof had a leak prior to installation, whether the electrical panel is correctly installed, if the water pipe has previously suffered any damage, and so with all other areas, if any damage is found, we will request the
owner of the house that, prior to carrying out any work, repairs the
damage found, and if you are unable or unwilling to do so, we will request that you sign a disclaimer, releasing our company from any responsibility for damages to the indicated areas or sectors, after the installation of any system or device

The Florida State Senate passed a law that literally “Ban” associations
of condominium “Prohibit” that the owners of homes install any system of Energy Renewable. In the event that they deny permission, they should file a complaint against the Florida State Attorney, which would be very difficult to happen, in most cases, after the link to the Florida State Senate website is sent to them, the Boards or Associations give up their idea, allowing installation without problem.
In the hypothetical case that the HOA insists on the refusal, we send the report to the State Attorney, to communicate with the person in charge of the HOA Board letting you know that they are violating a State law.
Here is the link to the Florida State Senate website

https://flsenate.gov/laws/statutes/2011/163.04https://flsenate.gov/laws/statutes/2011/163.04

If you have a Grid-tie or Connected system, you can use the network of the electric company
like a giant battery during the day while the system is generating power,
then at night when the panels are not generating, you will use that “credit” of
power from the electric company.
You should only have storage batteries to use the system in cases of emergency, when the electrical network is not present, because it is the only way to do it.

If the day or weather does not help the system to generate a sufficient amount of electricity to meet your needs, the FPL network will make up the difference.

All excess power will be exported back to the power grid and credited to your
account in the form of a credit, which will be used during the night, which is when the panels do not produce electricity. All the surplus of that credit, at the beginning of the year following FPL will send you a check for the value of the unused KW, paying the 100% of the value that they are selling the KW to the market.

In effect, the solar panels are connected to a single inverter that times the electricity to be the same quality as FPL electricity, two phase 120v  each at 60hz, which gives you 120v and 240v to run any device.

Yes, both systems can work in parallel, only this will happen when your solar panel system is not generating enough electricity for your home need (most likely during a cloudy or rainy day), that way you can count on enough power, if your panels are not able to meet your demand.

The cost of electricity is a nightmare for every household, and it will continue to be. since FPL will increase at 6% per year and inflation will be another 2 or 3% per year. But not Don’t worry, if you install solar panels in your home you will reduce or cancel the amount of your bill or electric receipt.
You can save AT LEAST 50% of your electricity bill during the period of
amortization of the system, we guarantee you IN WRITING that result. After
that period, you will save 100% and even more, depending on consumption improvements made in your house and your habit. When we start the project of each installation we carry out a sizing and efficiency process for each home, that is, We carry out a study on the electricity consumption in your house for a whole year to to be able to offer you an installation that is efficient and sustainable.

An installation of solar panels requires very little maintenance and they have a useful life and a 25-year provider’s insurance.
Even so, once this time has elapsed, the solar panels will continue to work approximately 90% for many more years, therefore it is not necessary
change them.
It is only necessary to make sure that the installed solar panels do not have
shadows, or trees that throw leaves on them, or animal feces that can block
the cells of the modules and thus hinder their operation.

First of all, avoid abrasive detergents. On the other hand, please do not scratch the surface of the panel and use cleaning utensils that are not rough. With a bucket of water and a chamois or soft sponge you have enough! But don’t worry, maintaining your solar panels won’t take up much of your time.
Keep in mind that the facility will be cleaned every time it rains, although we recommend that clean once or twice a year.
If your roof is inclined, do not risk it and hire a professional service maintenance and cleaning. Think that they are specialized in these tasks and have all the utensils and mechanisms necessary to carry out the cleaning in a
effective and safe.

The rain as such does not affect the solar panels, on the contrary, it can help them since a good rain will wash the surface of them, removing dust and accumulated dirt. The panels are made to be exposed to the elements, and the Miami climate is neither almost as extreme as it is in other countries where they are used much more like Germany or Canada.

This is one of the most frequently asked questions. The fiscal aids for the SYSTEM consist 30% in Tax Credit that is applied to the value of the project to reduce the amount total, and you also have a TAX Saving on average between 12% and 15% that you will deduct during the duration of the payment period, in your personal taxes.

An example with numbers would be the following:
You must pay $3000 in taxes, and the state has sent you a credit certificate
(TAX Saving) of $600, then you can apply that credit to the amount you must pay and the
It will be reduced to $2400, it is very simple and the person who handles your taxes will do it without
issues.

Absolutely yes. At Solar Energy Central we put at your disposal all the mechanisms financial so you can enjoy renewable energy without spending a penny from your pocket.
With plans that go from 0.99% interest onwards, without initial payment, without payments for up to 18 months, and without credit review using the PACE program, for a period of up to 30 years.
We take care of the entire process, from start to finish and without charging you a fee.
cent for management.

Solar Energy Central follows all state and federal regulations, one of which is the to provide a period of 72 hours. to our clients so that they can cancel the contract totally free of charge. Once that period has elapsed, we can cancel the order anyway, and the The client will be responsible for paying the expenses incurred in the project and not the totality of the contract. In general, these costs are around 20% to 25% of the value of the project and they correspond to engineering expenses, additional insurance policy, architecture and plans, presentation of permit applications, permit managers, among others.

You can reduce the cost of your electricity bill by more than 90%. While the costs of electricity are increasing, the installation of solar panels will allow you to reduce them throughout its useful life at 100% production (approximately 25 years).
Imagine being able to turn on your air conditioner without having to worry about the cost of your electric receipt.
You will get clean energy. Helps combat greenhouse gas emissions and
Reduces dependence on fossil fuels, such as oil and coal.
Renewable energy systems are silent. They do not produce noise when generating energy.
Solar panels require little maintenance. You just need to clean them
regularly, having an average life at 100% production of up to 25 years
approximately.

The most normal thing is that you can use the wiring that the house already has and adapt the hassle-free installation. However, each installation is different and you should study them independently, sometimes the city where the system will be installed may have different requirements than another.
Some municipalities are more stringent than others and may require components that are not present, in which case our team of professionals will do the work to be always to the code of each municipality and pass the safety inspection without problems.

Luckily, we can help you, unlike the other companies that ONLY they sell inefficient systems (installing fewer panels than your home needs) We are General Contractors (GC) which enables us to carry out any work in the houses
of our clients.
We can install a pergola or also a carpot, in which the panels will be installed
solar that you need.

The following requirements are necessary:
1.- The Property must be located in the area assigned to the PACE program, with only provide the address to the Agent, in seconds you can check it and rate it.
2.- The property must have at least 10% equity between the purchase value and the value on the date of applying for the PACE program. If at the time of purchase the property
had a value of $300,000, so at the time of applying for the program, its value
it should be at least $330,000 or higher.
3.- None of the people listed in the Deed can have active bankruptcy.
4.- Property Taxes cannot have a late payment in the last 3 years.

Por suerte no es necesario el credit score para obtener las ventajas de utilizar el programa PACE, puesto que el monto del prestamo es aproximadamente el 15% del valor fiscal de la propiedad, entonces si el o los propietarios no poseen un buen score de credito, eso no afecta en la calificacion.

No, not at all, the PACE program does not report the loan on a personal level in
any financial institution or the Credit Bureau. So if the owner(s) of the home want to obtain a personal loan, the transaction using the PACE program will not be It will not be reflected nor will it affect the obtaining of another personal credit to the owners.

The base of the program works by allocating the equal amount to 12 months of payments in the property taxes, and that information is fully described in the
PACE Breakdown document given to each client.
Taking as an example that the monthly payment in the PACE Breakdown document shows a value of $100.00, then a value of $1,200 will be assigned to property taxes, therefore, that value must be added to the taxes, assuming that the property had an amount of $2,000 in taxes, then starting NEXT year, property taxes will be $3,200 of which $2,000 belongs to the property and $1,200 to the program fee PACE.

The simplest way and to save money at the same time is to include the payments to the program PACE within the mortgage, the advantage in using this method is that mortgage companies mortgage send tax payments to the property on October 31 of each year and then they recover that money by dividing the value into 12 installments, in this way the owner does not
you will have to worry about another monthly payment. Taking as an example that the monthly payment of the mortgage is worth $2,000, as of November of NEXT year or maybe a few more months, the mortgage payment will be $2,100 and of that value $2,000 correspond to the monthly payment of the mortgage and $100 to the payment of the PACE program.

On the one hand, there is the value of the monthly payment to the PACE program that generally is included in the payment to the mortgage company and on the other hand is the payment of line and meter maintenance to the electric company, those two factors make up the monthly payment, that is, on the one hand, the payment must be made to the mortgage, as we mentioned previously as an example $2,100 and on the other side a minimum to the electricity company, we take as an example a value of $40 dollars.
Fortunately, those payments are the only ones that must be made, we know that there are many myths going around and we hope this information helps customers.

IMPORTANT
Both amounts obtain significant refunds that we will detail:
Payment to the PACE program offers a little-known incentive (INCLUDING FOR MOST COMPANIES THAT SELL SOLAR SYSTEMS) that will
called Tax Savings (Amount included in the PACE Breakdown document), whose amount can be deducted from personal taxes during the selected period of payment to the PACE program, this incentive comes in the form of a Tax Credit and the owner must give it to your tax specialist to be used.
The other incentive is a CASH BACK CHECK that is provided by the insurance company.
electricity as part of payment for the sale of surplus electricity generated
by the System installed on the property, this incentive being part of a STATE LAW
approved by the SENATE OF THE STATE OF FLORIDA.

Fortunately NO, the PACE Breakdown document includes ALL the values ​​that
correspond to the payment of the monthly fee, they are delivered in a document
signed by a person in charge of the company, which guarantees that the amount that must be subscriber, in the event of a difference greater than the values ​​expressed in that document, the company will be responsible for resolving it without causing extra expenses or payments To the owner. REVIEW POINT 51 WITH INFORMATION ABOUT IT.

Fortunately there are NO penalties or late fees for a prepayment, the PACE program It can be canceled whenever the owner wishes.

Yes, all systems are expandable to the needs of each owner, and by having the
credit of the PACE program is a very simple process to carry out, our department of Sales will be in charge of facilitating the process and updating the System as required.

If after having installed your solar panel system you are still paying what
same as before the installation, this can be due to two factors:

55.1 The electric company has not yet changed your meter and you cannot
sell you the excess electricity generated so that it is credited to your account.

55.2 If the meter change has already been made, and you are still paying the same in your monthly receipt, this may be because you are participating in a payment program balanced from your electric company, where they offer that you always pay the same value regardless of consumption, you must contact the company and cancel that plan or that promotion in your account, because in this case, you will be losing all the surplus of electricity that you are selling