Solar panels on a pitched roof

Has anyone done solar panels on a pitched roof freestanding house? Looking for recommendations and/or good/bad experiences doing this. Thanks!

freckles1

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jen-kg | 4 years and 11 months ago

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I’m not sure if NRG covers your area but I’ve heard good things about them.

freckles1 | 4 years and 11 months ago

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Thanks, resident2! So far I have spoken with Venture Solar, but would like to get a 2nd or 3rd quote. The other solar company that I have seen mentioned in this Forum only does flat roofs.

resident2 | 4 years and 11 months ago

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Yes, in Nassau County.
Typical pitched roofs are easier for installation, but of course it depends on the direction the roof faces & pitches to get the most sun. The vast majority of Solar Panels are on pitched roofs outside NYC. Because pitched roofs are the norm outside NYC.
I would not recommend the company that I used. They did a good job, but their politics (personal views) leaves much to be worried about, but they only work in Nassau County anyway.
Things to consider; how old is the roof the panels are going on? Best to get new roof and Panels at the same time. Try and find a good local company to where you are.
The more direct south facing slope you have the better.
My electric bills are now virtually nothing; I just pay the connection to the Grid fee & of course the sales taxes accordingly. Run A/C all summer & I augment my heating in the winter so my Gas bills have gone down too.