Become a Solar Panel Installer with These Tips
The solar energy industry is exploding worldwide, and there are many opportunities to make money in this booming sector. Have you considered becoming a solar panel installer but aren’t sure where to begin? Here are four tips to get your business and career moving in the right direction.
Education
Before you can become a solar panel installer, you’ll need to understand the technology. Solar panels are comprised of PV, or photovoltaic, cells. These are layers of semiconductors that generate electricity when exposed to sunlight. The power in a solar panel needs an inverter to be converted from DC to AC, which is the type of current that is used in a home.
Network
ABC News reports that 80 percent of jobs today are acquired through networking. If you want to be successful in any industry, you will need to start building relationships with key players. This includes people in the solar industry as well as those in your community that will hire you to install solar panels.
Certification
Since the solar industry is still in its infancy, there isn’t a specific certification that you need to be a solar panel installer. However, you will have a significant advantage over competitors if you opt for the optional NABCEP certification. This requires 18 hours of training for entry-level and an additional 40 hours for advanced.
Location
Location matters in solar panel installation just as much as it does in real estate. Although you can find solar companies in just about every U.S. state, city, and town, the fact is that there are more opportunities for a solar panel installer in some places than in others. Find out where solar is growing and concentrate your efforts in those areas.
Once you’ve successfully established your solar panel installation business, you’re going to need access to capital for liquidity and growth. Contact Trihawk Capital at 732-784-1808 now to find out how our unique financing solutions can help your company.
