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Steps To Going Solar
Getting Started
Grab your coffee, get ready to meet in person or video chat, whatever is convenient for you, and let’s get to know each other.
Once you reach out, a member of our team will:
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Ask about your energy goals and what’s motivating your interest in solar
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Review your electric bill to understand your usage patterns
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Analyze your roof size, shading, pitch, and orientation
We combine these insights to design a tailored solar system proposal that shows your expected energy production, available incentives, and projected payback timeline.
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If your home looks like a good fit for solar, we will schedule a site visit that works for you, in person or virtual.
Home Site Evaluation
It’s pretty simple. We’ll take a closer look at your home to make sure everything is a good match for solar. We gather the details we need and answer your questions along the way.
​
One of our solar designers will:
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Fly a drone at your home to capture detailed roof imagery
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Collect measurements and evaluate your home in person
-
​Identify the optimal placement for your new system
If anything needs adjusting, we’ll walk you through details like adding energy storage or planning for future upgrades
System Design
After your home evaluation, our design team will fine tune your system layout and update your proposal with any new details. This step ensures every aspect of your solar design is accurate and tailored to your home.
-
Confirm measurements, roof details, and shading analysis
-
Adjust equipment selections and pricing if needed
-
Incorporate battery or EV charging options if applicable
-
Update financial details, savings projections, and available incentives
Our systems are designed to perform. Every detail is reviewed carefully to align with your home and your energy goals.
Permitting and Preparation
Once you sign off, it’s full speed ahead to installation. We take care of permitting, utility documents, and engineering reviews to finalize your project. We’ll let you know what’s ahead and how to prepare for the next steps.
​
To prepare:​
-
Clear the area around your electrical panel
-
Trim vegetation near your utility meter
-
Have your WiFi password ready
We stay in close contact to ensure everything is ready for install day.
Installation Day
This is the big day! You’re on your way to harnessing the power of the sun.
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Installation typically takes 1–2 days, depending on system size and any upgrades. Our in-house crew works from 9 am to 4 pm. We ask that someone be home in the morning to meet the Crew Lead and review the plan. After that, you’re free to go about your day while we take care of the rest.
During installation, the crew will:
-
Prep your roof for secure equipment placement
-
Install wiring, racking, and solar panels
-
Complete the final electrical tie-in
A brief power outage may be needed at the end. Your Crew Lead will let you know when it’s coming so you are never caught off guard.
System Activation and Support
Once your system is installed, your panels are in place, and everything looks great, just a few final steps before your home runs on sunshine.
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What happens after installation:
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Inspection: We schedule your town’s final inspection within 1 to 2 weeks
-
Approval: Rhode Island Energy typically issues approval within 1 to 2 weeks
-
Activation: We turn on your system and share simple monitoring setup
Your system includes long-term warranties and ongoing support. We’re always here if you need us.
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Getting Started
Grab your coffee, get ready to meet in person or video chat, whatever is convenient for you, and let’s get to know each other.
Once you reach out, a member of our team will:
-
Ask about your energy goals and what’s motivating your interest in solar
-
Review your electric bill to understand your usage patterns
-
Analyze your roof size, shading, pitch, and orientation
We combine these insights to design a tailored solar system proposal that shows your expected energy production, available incentives, and projected payback timeline.
​
If your home looks like a good fit for solar, we will schedule a site visit that works for you, in person or virtual.
Home Site Evaluation
It’s pretty simple. We’ll take a closer look at your home to make sure everything is a good match for solar. We gather the details we need and answer your questions along the way.
​
One of our solar designers will:
-
Fly a drone at your home to capture detailed roof imagery
-
Collect measurements and evaluate your home in person
-
​Identify the optimal placement for your new system
If anything needs adjusting, we’ll walk you through details like adding energy storage or planning for future upgrades
System Design
After your home evaluation, our design team will fine tune your system layout and update your proposal with any new details. This step ensures every aspect of your solar design is accurate and tailored to your home.
-
Confirm measurements, roof details, and shading analysis
-
Adjust equipment selections and pricing if needed
-
Incorporate battery or EV charging options if applicable
-
Update financial details, savings projections, and available incentives
Our systems are designed to perform. Every detail is reviewed carefully to align with your home and your energy goals.
Permitting and Preparation
Once you sign off, it’s full speed ahead to installation. We take care of permitting, utility documents, and engineering reviews to finalize your project. We’ll let you know what’s ahead and how to prepare for the next steps.
​
To prepare:​
-
Clear the area around your electrical panel
-
Trim vegetation near your utility meter
-
Have your WiFi password ready
We stay in close contact to ensure everything is ready for install day.
Installation Day
This is the big day! You’re on your way to harnessing the power of the sun.
​
Installation typically takes 1–2 days, depending on system size and any upgrades. Our in-house crew works from 9 am to 4 pm. We ask that someone be home in the morning to meet the Crew Lead and review the plan. After that, you’re free to go about your day while we take care of the rest.
During installation, the crew will:
-
Prep your roof for secure equipment placement
-
Install wiring, racking, and solar panels
-
Complete the final electrical tie-in
A brief power outage may be needed at the end. Your Crew Lead will let you know when it’s coming so you are never caught off guard.
System Activation and Support
Once your system is installed, your panels are in place, and everything looks great, just a few final steps before your home runs on sunshine.
​
What happens after installation:
-
Inspection: We schedule your town’s final inspection within 1 to 2 weeks
-
Approval: Rhode Island Energy typically issues approval within 1 to 2 weeks
-
Activation: We turn on your system and share simple monitoring setup
Your system includes long-term warranties and ongoing support. We’re always here if you need us.
Designed for Simplicity, Built on Experience
Our process was built from more than sixteen years of hands-on experience designing and installing systems across Rhode Island. Every step was refined to make your experience simple, transparent, and rewarding.
You’ll always know:
Who is on your project.
Our licensed, in-house team
What to expect next.
Clear communication and scheduling
When things happen.
Milestone updates at every stage
We’ve spent years perfecting the balance between efficiency and craftsmanship so you can focus on the excitement of going solar, not the paperwork.
Support That Lasts Long After the Switch
Your relationship with Newport Solar doesn’t end when the panels turn on. Once your system is live, we continue to monitor and maintain performance for long-term reliability. You’ll have access to simple monitoring tools that let you see your system’s production in real time, and a local team ready to help whenever you need it.
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We’re here for warranty service, maintenance, and system upgrades, all handled by the same people who installed your system.
