Client Quote
"I was very satisfied with Meridian Solar. They all were very professional and very knowledgeable. Their work was timely and very well done."
S. Hixon
Did You Know
The U.S. solar market grew 57% in 2007 from the previous year.
Working with Meridian
The Meridian Solar Approach
When you have a business to run, you need the transition to solar to be simple and seamless. Our goal is to make it easy. By working with Meridian, you’ll be partnering with a company with in-depth experience in commercial solar installations for a large base of satisfied clients.
Over the last ten years, we’ve refined and improved our design and installation process until we’re convinced there’s no better way to go solar. There are five proven steps we go through with every client:
1) Consultation
2) Design
3) Supply
4) Installation
5) Monitoring & Service
1) Consultation
The only way to accurately pre-determine the impact of a solar installation is through a personal, customized analysis.
In our initial consultation, we explain the concepts, terminology, expectations, and budget. After a comprehensive analysis of your site’s mechanical, structural, and electrical systems, we give you a feasibility/cost study of its renewable energy potential, including recommendations on component placement and aesthetics.
We also identify each and every rebate, tax incentive and special program for which you are eligible, and we even do the paperwork and follow-up required to receive your rebate.
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2) Design
The best way to protect your investment in a renewable energy system is to consider the integrity and the design and the quality of the components involved. Our experience has validated this approach time and time again. With our in-depth knowledge of system types of all shapes and sizes, Meridian will design a system that’s right for your site. Our complete design package includes an electrical design, illustrations, array layout, output projection, bill-of-materials and installation estimates for precise project forecasting. We also handle all interaction with local permit offices to save you the hassle.
Fees for design, engineering and planning services are often negotiated based on a percentage of project cost and depend on the scope of the project and the degree of specialized engineering required.
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3) Supply
As an independent dealer/distributor with direct ties to all major solar suppliers and manufacturers, Meridian can offer you the widest variety of products, the best overall system pricing, and excellent support services. We’re familiar with the latest cutting-edge technology and the dependable, proven performers from the world's leading photovoltaic companies. Our independence allows us to provide an unbiased analysis of the various products in the marketplace and provide custom recommendations based on what’s best for your unique installation.
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4) Installation
Meridian has been chosen to design and install hundreds of solar energy systems for facilities of all sizes. Installations have ranged from 1kW to over 200kW, including two of the largest operational solar-electric systems in the state of Texas.
Our installations offer maximum performance, the highest regard for electrical safety issues, and a cost-effective use of materials. This is one of the most critical phases of the process, and experience matters. Beware of contractors with little or no training in photovoltaic installation.
Once your system is up and running, we’ll train you in daily performance monitoring, preventive maintenance and troubleshooting to ensure optimum system operation.
The best system is one that operates without problems year after year. That’s how we design our installations, and all of them are backed by a comprehensive five-year system warranty covering parts, workmanship and repairs.
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5) Monitoring & Service
Although renewable energy systems are extremely automated and care-free when installed properly, Meridian provides 24 hour-a-day monitoring to insure system performance at-a-glance and to track important performance data. You may also choose to purchase more advanced monitoring systems.
If you are not inclined or able to do the minimal maintenance, Meridian offers a service contract to insure systems are kept in top condition, and can also review and document systems that are not performing properly.
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