Electric bills keep going up every year. Solar lets you produce your own power, store it for outages, and avoid paying the utility forever. With battery storage, you can keep the lights on during outages and enjoy reliable backup power. Most home solar systems pay for themselves over time—plus you get the peace of mind that the lights stay on when the grid goes down.
Save Thousands Over Time
Peninsula Solar can help you save thousands of dollars over time by owning your energy instead of renting it from the utility company.
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Residential Solar + Energy Storage
If you entirely rely on utility power companies that have let you down in the past, it's time to consider solar power. Peninsula Solar wants to aid you in becoming less dependent on unreliable power companies that have left you high and dry in times of need.
By adding solar panels to your home, you can cut your electric costs by up to 100%. This can save you hundreds of dollars per month and thousands over the course of a year or more. Most residential systems see a return on investment within 10 years. Use the chart to estimate your cost savings by going solar.
Not only will you be saving money, but you will no longer have to worry about losing power during utility power outages. Imagine the peace of mind when you're weathering the next snowstorm.
✔ Capture More of Your Solar Power
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Store excess solar in your batteries
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Use it later instead of buying grid electricity
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Avoid low-value utility credits
✔ Backup Power for Harsh Northern Michigan Weather
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Handles snow, ice storms, and rural outages
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Instant, automatic backup power
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No fuel, no noise, no maintenance
✔ Save Money with Time-of-Use Optimization
Utilities offering TOU plans in Michigan:
- DTE Energy
- Consumers Energy
- We Energies
- UPPCO
- Cloverland Electric
- Alger Delta
✔ Extend Generator Runtime
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Generator runs only occasionally to recharge batteries
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Major fuel savings
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Quiet, efficient backup
✔ Use a Smaller, Cheaper Generator
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Inverter powers the home
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Generator only charges batteries
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Lower cost, better efficiency
✔ Why Peninsula Solar?
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12+ years in Northern Michigan
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Battery + solar specialists
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Engineered for heavy snow loads
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Experts in rural and remote installations
Warranties for Residential Solar Panels
The solar systems we install here at Peninsula Solar all have a 25 to 30-year manufacturer warranty.
Our in-house electrical team follows the highest standards in the Upper Peninsula, designing systems that work in snow, cold, and remote environments. We work with proven solar equipment and batteries that last.
Home Solar Panel Mounting Locations
We install roof-mounted and ground-mounted solar systems depending on your home, your land, and your goals. Roof systems are clean and efficient. Ground arrays offer more control and better snow management throughout the winter. Either way, our solar installers will help you choose the best setup for year-round performance.
Roof Mounted Solar Systems
A roof-mounted system is the most common way many homeowners install solar panels as it's aesthetically pleasing, helps protect your roof, and your roof often gets the most sun throughout the day.
These types of systems are generally maintenance-free, but you may have to brush off some snow periodically if you live in snowier areas.
Ground Mounted Solar Systems
A ground-mounted system is often a good alternative to roof mounting if your roof is too small, has awkward pitches, or is covered mostly in shade throughout the day.
This type of installation can benefit homeowners in that it will give them a lot of flexibility as to where the solar panels are installed. This allows them to have more control over the aesthetics and allows them to place the panels where they can be the most effective.
The biggest advantage to a ground-mounted solar system is that, depending on the installation, the solar panels can adjust their angle throughout the day to capture more sunlight.
Financing
Cash or financing available. Many homeowners use the Michigan saves loan program for low interest, low or no down options. Financing makes solar more affordable, especially when paired with battery backup or energy storage.
If you're financing your solar installation, Michiganders can take advantage of the Michigan Saves loan program.
The Michigan Saves program is a home energy loan program that helps homeowners get approved to make upgrades to their home with low or no upfront cost.
Why Choose Peninsula Solar?
We’re a northern company built for northern homes. We pride ourselves on our ability to overcome obstacles and perform lasting and efficient installations in some of the most difficult working conditions. We are a Sol-Ark Certified Installer, and our team of experts is dedicated to providing high-quality solar solutions to our customers.
Claim Your Energy Independence
Investing in a residential solar system is a smart and sustainable choice for homeowners in Michigan. Not only can you significantly reduce or eliminate your monthly electric bills by installing a solar panel array, but you can also take advantage of incentves like Michigan Saves to offset the initial cost of installation. With a solar system, you can own your own energy, extend the life of your roof, and increase the value of your home.
Whether you're thinking about adding a small solar array to your home or wondering about going entirely off-grid, Peninsula Solar is here to help. Call us today at in the Upper Peninsula at 906-235-0340, in the Greater Traverse City Area at 231-590-7305 or request a quote online to learn more about our products and services. Take the first step toward a brighter, greener future with Peninsula Solar.
