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Whole home electrification is a big potential opportunity for solar installers. After all, if a home or business is going to be using more electricity, it\u2019s a perfect customer for a solar system to offset some of those costs. Likewise, offering electrification services like batteries, HVAC, and more is a great potential new revenue stream for solar companies. But where do you start?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The following is an excerpt from our free e-book, From Solar to Heat Pumps: Mastering Whole Home Electrification<\/a>. In it, we look at some common objections that homeowners have when presented with whole home electrification options, and how to address them. Download the full e-book<\/a> for much more information on the market, trends, incentives, and strategies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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With so much conflicting \u2014 and often untrue \u2014 information out there about electrifying homes, homeowners may harbor preconceived notions about whole home system drawbacks. Let\u2019s take a look at \u2014 and debunk \u2014 some common whole home electrification myths:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWhole home electrification is expensive\u201d<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Cost is a crucial consideration for most consumers. So when it comes to electrifying their home, consumers won\u2019t hesitate to back out if the price feels too high.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

There are a few important factors that can defray these costs and show improved cash flow and long-term (and even short-term) savings. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first is incentives. National policies like the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and the Investment Tax Credit (ITC), combined with state and local incentives<\/a> for installing energy-efficient and electric technology, can combine to take a real bite out of the initial cost of electric systems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

There are also low- and no-interest financing options for energy efficiency and electrification projects available in many states. For example, in Massachusetts<\/a>, homeowners that qualify can get up to a $25,000 loan at 0% interest for energy-efficiency upgrades. Knowing the incentives in your area can help you come up with the most affordable solution for homeowners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWhole home electrification takes too long\u201d<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Some homeowners may balk at the idea of paying for a lengthy electrification process, or worry about the risks of experiencing temporary outages along the way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But, homeowners can electrify their homes at their own pace \u2014 there\u2019s no need to do it all at once. For example, they can start by pairing solar energy with an energy storage solution like a lithium-ion battery. Later, they can add an electric vehicle (EV), and then a hot water heater, oven, and heat pump. Make sure your customers\u2019 solar system is designed to facilitate later additions so you don\u2019t run into unforeseen problems down the line.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In fact, according to Ohm Analytics<\/a>, at residences with multiple electrification technologies, homeowners often take a phased approach to electrifying their homes. Of homes with solar already installed, the next electrification technologies installed include: storage (42%), MPUs (23%), heat pumps (19%), and EV chargers (16%). <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThere\u2019s no support for whole home electrification\u201d<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

In fact, it\u2019s likely your own organization provides homeowners full support throughout the home electrification process, including initial assessment, design, installation, and final inspections of all solar components. And following project completion, these companies frequently offer ongoing support and maintenance for panels, batteries, the grid, and more, all services tailored to the customer\u2019s particular home and profile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As an installer, you have the opportunity to showcase your services and maintain lasting customer relationships when you help homeowners electrify their home. Electrification is a journey, and every homeowner follows their own journey \u2014 you can be their support guide along the way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Download the free e-book<\/a>, From Solar to Heat Pumps: Mastering Whole Home Electrification, to learn more, like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n