ServicesSolar System Add-Ons
Solar System Add-Ons in Woods Cross
Your home has probably changed since your solar went in. Maybe you bought an electric car, finished the basement or added a hot tub. We add panels, EV charging, monitoring and smart load control so the system keeps pace with how you live and keeps paying back.
When an add-on makes more sense than starting over
A solar system is sized to the electric bills you had when it was designed. When your usage grows, the system can stay sound and still fall short. You start buying more power from the utility and lose part of what you invested in. An add-on closes that gap without replacing equipment that still has years of life left.
We start from what you already own. That means the inverter's spare capacity, the room on your electrical panel and the age of your existing modules. Then we compare the up-front cost of each option with how long it will last and what it needs over time. Sometimes the best add-on is a few more panels. Sometimes it is a monitoring upgrade that shows you where the power is going before you spend more.
Utah's long summer days and short winter ones swing production a lot through the year. That is why we size any expansion to your full twelve months of usage, not to one good month.
Add-ons we install
System expansion
We add modules to an existing array and match them as closely as we can in output and appearance. We also check that your inverter and wiring can carry the extra load, so the new panels add real production instead of being clipped.
EV charger installation
A Level 2 charger is wired on its own dedicated circuit and mounted where the cord reaches your car without trailing across the driveway. We look at the charging hours you expect so the charger and your solar work together, not against each other.
Production and usage monitoring
Monitoring shows how much your panels make and how much your home uses, hour by hour. It is the simplest way to catch a drop in output early and to see whether a bigger add-on is worth it.
Smart load control
Smart panels and load controllers move heavy loads such as water heaters or pool pumps to the hours your panels are producing. More of your own power stays in your home.
Pairing with storage
If backup power or evening use is the goal, we plan the add-on alongside our battery storage service so the two pieces fit the same electrical design.
Signs your system could use an add-on
- Your bills crept back up
- If your utility charges are rising again while your panels still produce normally, your usage has likely outgrown the original design.
- You added an electric car
- Charging an EV can add a large share to a year's electric use. That is often the single biggest reason a well-sized system starts to fall short.
- You can't tell what the panels are doing
- Older inverters may show little more than a status light. Without clear data, you won't notice a problem until it shows up on a bill.
- Big new appliances
- A heat pump, hot tub, shop tools or a finished basement all raise demand. Planning the add-on when they arrive is easier than catching up later.
- You run most loads at night
- If much of your use happens after sunset, smart load control or storage may help more than extra panels would.
How an add-on project runs
- 1
Phone call and savings analysis
We talk through what has changed in your home and review your recent bills. From there we put together a free solar savings analysis that shows what each option would add.
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Look at the existing system
We check your inverter model, panel layout, wiring and electrical panel, in person or in a virtual appointment. You get a clear answer on what your current equipment can support.
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Written plan and permits
You receive a line-item plan for the add-on you choose. We handle the permit and the utility paperwork the expansion needs.
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Installation day
Our crew protects your landscaping and walkways, keeps wiring neat and labeled, and cleans up before leaving. Most add-ons are a short visit.
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Inspection and walkthrough
After inspection we turn the system back on and show you how the new monitoring or controls work. You leave knowing what normal looks like.
What shapes the cost of an add-on
Add-on pricing depends mostly on what your existing system can already handle. A small expansion on a roomy inverter costs far less than one that needs new electrical capacity. We list each part separately so you can weigh the up-front cost against how long it will serve you. With our $0 up front option, you can add capacity without a large payment at the start.
- Inverter headroom
- If your inverter has spare capacity, new panels can tie in directly. If it does not, a second inverter or microinverters may be needed.
- Electrical panel space
- EV chargers and smart controllers need breaker space and amperage. A crowded or older panel can add work.
- Matching equipment
- Modules from your original install may no longer be made. Finding compatible panels affects both price and appearance.
- Distance and trenching
- Longer wire runs from the array or garage to the panel add material and labor.
- Permits and utility review
- Expanding a system usually means a new permit and an updated interconnection agreement. We include both in the plan.
Questions about solar add-ons
- Can you add panels to a system another company installed?
- Often, yes. We first check that the inverter, wiring and panel can support more capacity. If they can't, we'll explain what would need to change before you commit to anything.
- Will new panels match my old ones?
- We choose modules that are electrically compatible and as close in color and frame finish as possible. Exact models are often discontinued, so we show you the closest options before ordering.
- Is an EV charger worth pairing with solar?
- For most drivers, yes. Charging becomes one of your largest loads, and sizing panels to cover it can keep your bills steady as you drive more. We run the numbers in your savings analysis.
- What warranty comes with an add-on?
- We offer a 25-year warranty on all solar and battery products, and that covers the equipment we add. We'll explain how it sits alongside any coverage on your original system.
- Who does the electrical work?
- Our own crew handles it, and we are licensed in all states served. We pull the permit and schedule the inspection, so the finished work is documented and up to code.
- Do you serve areas outside Woods Cross?
- Yes. We also work in nearby towns such as Bountiful, North Salt Lake, Centerville and Farmington. Our Service Areas page lists the rest.
See what your system could do next
Tell us what has changed at home and we'll show you which add-on pays off over the long run. If a friend goes solar through us, you earn $1,000 for every referral that does.