Solar panels · Batteries · Backup power · Off-grid
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Honest answers on solar panel installation, costs, incentives, batteries and off-grid systems — then a straight connection to a solar pro who can look at your roof, your land and your power bill.
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Tell us what you need
What you’re looking for, what’s in the way, and how you like to meet — on-site visit, virtual / satellite roof assessment and phone consultation.
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We match on fit
Specialties, the people they work with, credentials and format.
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See why each solar installer fits. Pick who may contact you — nothing is shared without your say-so.
3 areas of focus
Home solar, Storage & backup and Rural, off-grid & property.
Home solar
Rooftop solar panel installation, Solar roofing & reroofing, EV charging with solar and Solar maintenance, repair & monitoring.
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Storage & backup
Solar batteries & home energy storage and Backup power & generators.
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Rural, off-grid & property
Ground-mount solar, Off-grid solar systems and Farm, ranch & outbuilding solar.
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How solar works
Panels, inverters, net metering and what a home solar system actually does all day.
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Solar cost & financing
Paying cash, solar loans, leases and power purchase agreements — and the contract terms to read twice.
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Incentives & net metering
Tax credits, state and utility programs and net metering — how to check what really applies to you today.
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Batteries & backup power
Home batteries, whole-home backup, generators and keeping the lights on when the grid goes down.
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Off-grid & rural solar
Cabins, homesteads, barns, wells and acreage — designing solar that stands on its own.
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Choosing a solar installer
Licenses, quotes, warranties and the red flags of high-pressure solar sales.
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Maintenance, repairs & roofs
Cleaning, monitoring, inverter problems and replacing a roof under solar panels.
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Who we help
Wherever you’re starting from.
Homeowners tired of rising power bills
a straight answer on whether solar pencils out for their roof and their utility
Preparedness-minded families
backup power that keeps the essentials running when the grid goes down
Rural landowners & ranchers
solar for acreage, barns, shops, wells and gates
Cabin owners & homesteaders
a reliable off-grid system sized for how they actually live
Veterans & military families
a trustworthy installer and plain talk about costs, financing and contracts
People who already have solar
repairs, monitoring, a battery add-on, or help with a roof replacement under panels
Small business & shop owners
solar for a shop, storefront or small commercial building
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Solar installers, clearly labeled.
- Credentials shown plainly. Licenses, certifications and trainings are listed as each solar installer provides them and checked where possible.
- You stay in control. Nothing you share goes to a solar installer until you choose who may contact you.
- Your details stay private. We don’t sell your information.
- No miracle promises. Solar installers may not promise guaranteed outcomes.
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Frequently asked questions
What is 2A Solar?
2A Solar is a free, plain-English guide to home solar, batteries, backup power and off-grid systems for self-reliant Americans. When you are ready, it connects you with a solar pro through contacts.plus.
Is solar worth it for my home?
It depends on your roof or land, how much sun you get, your electric rates, your utility's net metering rules and the incentives available where you live. A site visit and a written quote from a licensed installer are the only way to know for your home.
Do solar panels work during a power outage?
Most grid-tied solar systems shut off during an outage for the safety of line workers, so they do not power your home on their own. To keep power during an outage you need a battery or a backup system designed to run with your solar.
Should I buy, finance or lease solar panels?
Buying with cash or a loan usually means you own the system and any incentives tied to ownership, while a lease or power purchase agreement means a company owns it and you pay for the system or its power. Read every contract carefully, including the term, escalators and what happens if you sell your home.
Is there still a federal solar tax credit?
Federal, state and utility incentives change, so check what applies to you today before you sign anything. Confirm current federal rules with the IRS or a tax professional, and state or utility programs with your state energy office or utility.
How do I choose a solar installer?
Choose a licensed, insured installer, get more than one written quote, and compare equipment, warranties, workmanship guarantees and total cost — not just the monthly payment. Walk away from anyone who pressures you to sign the same day.
How do I talk to a solar pro?
Use any "Talk to a solar pro" button on 2A Solar to reach our solar page on contacts.plus, or send a request through the site and we will get back to you personally.