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Install Process
TrueNorth handles the entire process from first contact to activation. Most customers are surprised by how little they have to do — we manage permits, utility paperwork, and coordination with your local authority.The Journey
Free Consultation
A solar advisor reviews your energy usage, roof layout, and location. No pressure, no obligation. Bring 12 months of utility bills — that’s what drives accurate system sizing.What you need: Recent utility bills, roof age (approximate), any known shading concerns.
Custom System Design
Using satellite imagery and your consumption data, TrueNorth designs a system sized to match your actual usage. You’ll see projected output, estimated savings, and a clear price.
On-Site Survey
A technician visits to physically inspect your roof structure and electrical panel. This confirms the design before permitting begins.Duration: ~1–2 hours.
Permitting
TrueNorth handles all permits with local building authorities and your utility’s interconnection application. Timeline varies by municipality — typically 2–6 weeks.
Installation Day
Professional crew installs panels, racking, inverter, and all wiring. Full OHS compliance and site cleanup included.Duration: Most residential installs complete in 1–2 days.
Monitoring Setup
You’re set up with a monitoring portal and mobile app to track daily energy production. Checking it weekly is recommended — most issues show up here before they become problems.
What TrueNorth Handles
- All permits and utility interconnection paperwork
- HOA approval documentation (if applicable)
- Incentive program applications
- Installation, wiring, and commissioning
- Monitoring portal setup
- Post-install support and warranty claims
Warranties
Panels
25-year performance warranty from the manufacturer. Minimum 80% output guaranteed through year 25.
Workmanship
TrueNorth installation warranty covering labor, mounting, and wiring defects.
Inverter
Manufacturer warranty — typically 10–25 years depending on inverter type selected.
TrueNorth guarantees the system produces at least 85% of estimated annual energy as specified in your contract. If it underperforms, we make it right.