Residential solar panels don’t need any significant maintenance outside of occasional cleaning. Solar panels and high-quality microinverters are designed to run reliably for at least 25 years.

A higher initial cost is the major downside of choosing microinverters over a traditional string inverter for Long Island solar. However, that additional cost pays off with a more efficient and resilient system that can provide a better return on investment over time.

When USA Today announced that New York’s electric bills are up 33% over the last ten years, the news only confirmed what locals already feel. New York has some of the highest electricity rates in the nation. The pace of rate hikes is also higher than in most other states.

The timeline to get a solar permit on Long Island varies because individual towns and villages manage their own approvals.

The 30% Investment Tax Credit for solar panel systems will expire at the end of this year on December 31st, 2025.