How does your service work?

Simple.  We ask you some basic questions about your home.  We then educate you, explain some of your options for renewable energy and refer you to the best local companies.

Why do I need your service?

We are experienced in the renewable industry.  We know who the quality installers and companies are and those that are poor quality.  You don't have to worry about doing background checks on these companies as we already have.  We only refer the best companies in each industry.  We have already done all of this work for you.  

Do I pay for your service?

No, there is no cost to you ever for our service.

Is the initial call FREE?

Yes, speaking with us is no cost at all to you. If you never end up investing in any sort of renewable energy, then you will have never spent a penny.

Will I be pressured into buying something?

Absolutely Not!!  We are a consulting and management company.  We don't like high pressure sales people either.  We simply provide you with the information to make an informed decision.  If you decide to purchase Renewable Energy of any kind, then we help guide you through the process.

What is Solar PV?

Solar PV or Photo Voltaic is a fancy way of saying "electricity". A series of solar panels are installed on the roof of your home or as a ground mount.  By capturing the suns energy, you are converting that energy into electricity to power your home.   Any excess electricity is then transferred back to your utility company and your meter is actually spinning backwards. 

What is Solar Thermal?

Solar Thermal is using the sun to heat the hot water that is used in your house everyday.   Commonly known as domestic hot water, this includes items such as your faucets, showers, baths and laundry.  Using solar panels to capture the suns energy, this energy is used to heat a coil in your hot water tank which then heats your hot water.

What is GeoThermal?

GeoThermal is the process of using the natural heat produced by the earth and transferring that to heat your home.  A heat pump is installed that pushes a water mixture through several hundred feet of tubing (commonly called a loop) that is buried in the ground.  As the water mixture enters the loop, it is at a lower temperature than the natural temperature of the earth.  As this water mixture passes through this loop, it warms up.  When it re-enters your home, the heat pump will extract this heat and send this cooler water mixture back through the loop.  This happens over and over again.  The heat that is extracted is compressed and used to heat your home.  In the summertime, the pump is reversed.  Warmer water mixture is pumped into the ground and the earth cools it.  The earth maintains a constant temperature of approximately 55 degrees at a depth of 6 feet.

How deep is GeoThermal?

A big misconception of GeoThermal is that there are drills or tubes that go all the way to the earths core.  A typical installation is a trench that is dug 6 feet down and varies in length depending upon your heat load and many other factors.  The loop is then installed within the trench.  If your yard or situation doesn't allow for a trench, then vertical drilling can be substituted.  

Is it worth investing in Renewable Energy? 

The answer to this is a resounding yes.  First there is the environmental impact.  Secondly is the cost savings.  Yes, there is an upfront cost, but even if you have to borrow the money from a bank to pay for it, it's still worth it.  In this instance, you would have to make a monthly payment to the bank to repay that loan, but you would no longer have a electric and/or gas payment.  So, you are paying for it now anyway, but you're not getting anything.  By investing in renewable energy, you are actually paying for something that will be paid for eventually.  Furthermore, every year the cost of utilities increases, but your loan payment does not.  The cost savings will increase every single year.  Lastly, there are great state and federal rebates and tax credits available to offset a large portion of the cost.  In some instances, up to 75%.

What government programs are available to offset the cost?

There are several state and federal programs available.  These programs vary by category such as solar thermal, solar PV and Geothermal.  They can cover as much as 75%-80% of the system.

A complete list of rebates and tax credits can be found on our Gov't Rebates and Credits page.