Tesla Solar Roof

All the benefits of Solar PV in a more attractive, more durable package that includes a roofing system with no solar penetrations. In short, your roof is your solar. Just WOW!

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Tesla Solar Roof Tiles

All the benefits of Solar PV in a more attractive, more durable package that includes a roofing system with no solar penetrations. In short, your roof is your solar. Just WOW!

Solar Roof Tiles

Solar Roof Tiles are slightly larger than traditional composition shingles. Solar Roof Tiles come in two formats, either “Active”, meaning, they contain live photovoltaic cells, or “Non Active”. The “Active” tiles are made from high strength tempered glass and the “Non-Active” tiles are made of treated metal. The number of “Active” solar roof tiles is determined by your electricity usage the same way traditional PV is determined. So if your usage indicates you need 8KW of photovoltaic cells, we will install enough “Active” Solar Roof Tiles to provide 8KW of generating capacity. In addition, the active tiles will be installed on the sections of roof most favorable to solar generation. Remember, the roof is the solar system, so we cover the entire roof surface with Solar Roof Tiles. After tearing off your existing roofing materials and inspecting your decking, we will install the solar roof tiles, some “Active” and some “Non Active”, directly to your decking.

Inverters

Solar Roof Tiles do not use microinverters, instead the Tesla Solar Inverter or the combined Inverter and Battery completes the Solar Roof System by converting DC power from the “Active” Solar Tiles to AC power for home consumption or storage. Tesla’s renowned expertise in power electronics has been combined with robust safety features and a simple installation process to produce an outstanding solar inverter that is compatible with both Solar Roof and traditional solar panels. Once installed, homeowners use the Tesla mobile app to manage their solar system and monitor energy consumption, resulting in a truly unique ecosystem experience. Designed to integrate with Tesla Powerwall 3 and Tesla App. Includes integrated rapid shutdown, arc fault, and ground fault protection required and approved by HECO.

Energy Storage

Batteries have been around for over a hundred years, but due to cost and unreliability issues, they remained impractical for homes and businesses to incorporate into their energy systems.

Now with advances in technology, the continued rising cost of electricity, and the advent of climate change, batteries are now on the front lines in the battle for independence, savings and clean energy.

You may be aware that Hawaiian electricity companies have managed to reduce the credits offered for excess daytime PV generation, so homeowners and business owners all over the State are equipping their Solar Roof Systems with Batteries to store their excess generation to be used at night. Furthermore, in the event of a multiday power outage, a Haleakala Solar battery system automatically converts your PV System into an “offgrid” PV System with the ability to keep the lights on indefinitely.

Grid Connection

All commercially available PV Systems, including the Solar Roof and PV Systems with Batteries, are electrically “tied” to the grid. This allows you to send excess daytime power generation to the grid assuming your batteries are full or you don’t have batteries. Grid connection also allows you to access grid power at night assuming your batteries are depleted or you don’t have batteries. In addition, currently all Hawaiian electricity companies offer grid connection programs that allow you to earn a credit for your excess generation that can be used to purchase power at night or anytime throughout the year when your home requires more electricity than your System generates. Our install teams coordinate with your electricity company and permit department to prepare your home’s electrical infrastructure and then connect your solar equipment to the grid. Once complete, we instruct the permit department to check our work, and we coordinate with your electricity company to validate the System and then it’s time to flip the switch.

Solar Roof Benefits

Reduced Energy Costs – The bulk of Hawaii’s energy comes from burning fossil fuels, which have historically increased at least 5% year over year. Photovoltaic Systems only need the sun’s natural light, a free and limitless source of energy. This ability to generate power without any dependence on nonrenewable fuels translates into reduced energy cost, which, in turn, results in direct savings on your electricity bill. According to the National Renewable Energy Laboratory, the average residential Photovoltaic System can lower energy costs by as much as 50%, but Haleakala Solar can work with you to save as much as you want. Many of the individuals and businesses we’ve helped now generate their entire energy needs through their PV Systems.

Increased Home Value – In today’s market, green technology is gaining popularity with buyers and sellers of residential and commercial real estate. A recent study found that for every $100 saved per year through solar energy, the home’s value is increased by $2000. Thus, if you install a Photovoltaic System that saves $1000 in electricity cost per year, the added net value to the home would be $20,000. Since energy savings only grow as electricity rates increase, the value of your Solar System also appreciates over time. Furthermore, according to the U.S. Department of Energy, a home that has a Photovoltaic System, will sell faster, sometime 50% sooner than a home without a System, even in weaker markets.

Tax Incentives – As energy costs continue to rise, both Federal and State governments are offering tax incentives to encourage solar power. They understand that clean, renewable energy is good for the environment, the economy, and most importantly, for your family. Request a consultation for more info.