Four Reasons Why Winter Is Actually the Best Time to Go Solar

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If you’re thinking about going solar, winter might seem like the wrong time. Less sun means most people aren’t thinking about solar panels at all. But here’s what many homeowners don’t realize: Winter is actually the perfect time to start your solar journey. Here’s why:

1. Solar Panels Work Year-Round
One of the biggest myths about solar is that panels don’t work in winter. The truth: Solar panels need light, not heat, to produce electricity. They continue generating power through every season, even on cold winter days. While there’s less daylight in winter, your panels remain efficient and will still help reduce your energy bills every month.

2. The Timeline Works in Your Favor
From your first call with a solar specialist to system installation typically takes one to three months. Start the process now, and you’ll be up and running by the beginning of summer—right when it matters most. Summer electricity bills are usually the highest due to AC usage, so you’ll capture the biggest savings immediately when your system goes live.

3. Net Metering Means Nothing Goes to Waste
NYC has 1:1 net metering, which works like a battery in the grid. During long summer days, your panels often produce more electricity than you need. That extra energy gets sent to the grid, and you earn utility credits that roll over month to month. When production is lower in winter or at night, those banked credits automatically apply to your bill, keeping costs low year-round.

4. Better Scheduling
Since fewer people think about solar in winter, installers have more flexible schedules. That means easier scheduling and potentially faster installation.

There’s no bad time to go solar, but winter gives you a strategic advantage. You’ll be ready to maximize savings exactly when summer bills peak.

Ready to take the first step towards solar savings? Get your free consultation at BrooklynSolarWorks.com.

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