r/solarenergycanada

Hey all, so Im in Alberta, Cold Lake to be exact. We have been swarmed lately with door knockers. Ive been interested in Solar for some time... but not interested in companies that go door to door.

Im wondering if it would even be worth it to get Solar.

Im with ATCO, and my admin charges are 2x what my energy usage is. For example, I was charged $292 last month, with only $84 of that being the 950kwh. The other ~$190 were admin, delivery, ect fees.

Wouldn't I still be charged these ridiculous fees despite using my solar panels? Im trying to figure out the cost and savings but I havent found any good websites. I was recommended skyfire or EVOLVSolar for companies tho.

Anyone have any tips?

Looking for solar installers/companies who offer 0% financing, now that the Greener Homes Loan program is closed. Any advice?

(Am considering a 5-6.0 kW system, with battery and panels.)

What is the prevailing opinion about switching contractors for expansion projects on an existing array.

I had a 9kW array built by zeno. They're expensive.

I now need an expansion due to increased energy consumption. I need to add around 6-7 panels.

Is it advisable to reach out to different vendors or am i now locked in with zeno?

What's the downside, if any to switching to a different contractor?

Thanks.