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The Road to a Solar Home

O’Donnell Roofing makes it easier than ever for eco-conscious families to save with clean energy. As we enter a world where there are more sustainable options for our cars, appliances, and everything else— why not our roofs?

  • Environmentally Friendly

  • Energy Bill Savings + Tax Credits

  • Extensive Solar Panel Experience

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O'Donnell Roofing has been one of our trusted sponsors for years and when it came time to discuss new roofs for our dugouts at our main baseball complex, O'Donnell stepped up in…

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Matt came over right away and explained everything thoroughly. The workers showed up on time and did a great job. The price was reasonable. I would definitely use O'Donnell Roofing again.

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Matt came over right away and explained everything thoroughly. The workers showed up on time and did a great job. The price was reasonable. I would definitely use O'Donnell Roofing again.

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We are very pleased with our new gutters, downspouts, and leaf guards. We show them to whoever comes to our house. The installers were great, fast and friendly.

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I have been using O'Donnell since 2012 when Larry and his guys installed our solar panels. The have also put on a new roof and installed an enclosure over the front entrance…

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Kevin has been a true professional with a vast and incredible knowledge of the business. He has been a pleasure to work with! O'Donnell Roofing is our "go to" company whenever we…

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Kevin and his team at O'Donnell roofing completed a full replacement of my roof in Chatham Glen area and my wife and I couldn't be happier. Kevin's knowledge and passion for roofing…

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O'Donnell's replaced my main roof two years ago and was hired this time to do siding from bottom to top. Over a two day period, there were a minimum of 3 roofers…

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We have been very pleased with the quality of work and service we have experienced with O'Donnell Roofing. Kevin is very responsive and knowledgeable. This past spring, we had a bad leak…

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Your Clean Energy Solution

If you want to reduce your carbon footprint, free yourself from your utility bills, or just save money overall, investing in home solar is a great place to start. Technology improvements have made solar panels cost-effective, efficient and reliable. And incentives to go solar have never been better. Here’s why solar makes sense:

  • Increase your home’s value
  • Save money on your energy bills
  • Protect against rising energy costs
  • Reduce your carbon footprint
  • Receive government rebates and incentives

If you’re curious about more benefits to installing a solar roof, we have a whole team dedicated to helping you switch to solar. Reach out to O’Donnell Roofing Solar Co. today!

WONDERING WHERE TO START?

OUR PROCESS MAKES IT SIMPLE

Step 1:

INTRODUCTION

When you reach out to us, we’ll take the time to get to know a little about you and your home so we can make an appropriate recommendation upfront.

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Step 2:

INSPECTION & CONSULT

We’ll schedule a time to come to your home and do a thorough inspection. This consultation will give us a better understanding of your situation and what you envision for your home.

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Step 3:

IDENTIFY THE SOLUTION

After we inspect your home, we’ll identify the best possible solution to get you the results you deserve. This includes getting an accurate estimate in place and signing off on next steps.

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Step 4:

SOLVING THE PROBLEM

Once you’ve signed the proposal, we can get to work! Whether it’s replacing a damaged roof or getting you new siding or solar panels to enhance your home — we’ll do it all with trust and transparency.

Step 4

Get the Right Home Energy System (For You)

The most important part of a home solar investment is the design of the system. Your home, appliances, and how you use energy are unique. Your budget and energy goals are not the same as your neighbor. So it makes sense that the best home solar systems are customized specifically for their owners.

We take the time to learn how you’re currently using energy and whether your energy needs will change in the future. We factor in your goals and budget. We combine that with an accurate assessment of your roof and property. The end result is a high-performance home energy system that will serve you for decades to come.

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Easy Financing

Finance Your Solar Roof With Ease

Is the cost of a solar roof overwhelming? We have a solution for that. Our convenient financing options can allow the everyday homeowner to finally make the switch to solar with lower payments over time vs. one lump sum.

YOU’VE GOT QUESTIONS

WE’VE GOT ANSWERS

Do I need to get a new roof before installing solar panels?

Solar panels are warrantied for 25 years and are likely to produce electricity for longer so it’s important that your roof is in good shape before installing solar.  It can cost several thousand dollars to remove solar panels and reinstall them so that you can replace your roof. Make sure that your contractor carefully evaluates your roof structure and roof system to ensure that it will last as long as your solar panels. 

It’s not an insignificant cost to replace your roof before installing solar panels, but the upside is that the savings from solar will help pay for your roof.  

How does solar affect my roof and roofing warranties?

Mounting solar panels to your roof can easily require dozens of attachment points that penetrate your roof. Your warranty for any areas of the roof without solar and for roofing manufacturing defects not related to a solar installation will remain intact, but you’ll still be at risk for any parts of the roof that the solar contractor modified. 

Ideally it is best to have a new roof and solar installed at the same time, using the same contractor. If that’s not an option, you should at least have your roof inspected prior to the solar installation to know and document its current condition.

Will home solar increase my property value?

According to a study by Zillow, home solar increased property values by an average of 4.1%. Even better, the study found that homes in Pennsylvania increased by 4.9%! 

It makes sense that having a home that generates its own electricity becomes more valuable as energy costs rise and as homebuyers become more energy conscious. 

Yet it’s important to understand that the premium that you’ll get for selling a home with solar will vary depending on the type of solar, the performance of the system, how old it is, what warranties it has that can be transferred, and whether you own the system or lease it from a third-party. 

Will solar panels be able to power my home if the power goes out?

A typical solar panel system is required to shut down when the utility grid power goes out in order to protect service technicians who are working on restoring power. If solar systems were still operating, they could create a shock hazard by powering wires and other equipment that technicians are in contact with.

In order to power your home during a power outage, a home solar system needs to be able to disconnect itself from the grid – similar to a transfer switch in a backup generator system. In addition, the inverter or inverters need to be able to form their own “grid”. 

It’s possible to design a home solar system with the necessary equipment to operate during a power outage, but because solar panels produce power proportional to the amount of sunlight they receive, you won’t be able to predict how much solar power will be available during a power outage. In order to properly power your home during a power outage, you’ll want to consider adding home batteries. 

How will solar panels change the look of my home?

It’s natural to value the curb appeal of our homes. And that the aesthetics of solar panels would be more important when they’re located on the front of a home. 

There are many things that can be done to minimize the aesthetic impact of solar panels on your roof including unobtrusive installation, proper balance, all-black systems, planned wiring/conduit runs, and options for no visible conduits. Additionally, matching your solar system to other quality exterior finishes also contributes to visual appeal, which is why we offer our roofing and siding services in conjunction with a solar installation.

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