1st Step Solar
1st Step Solar
Faster Payback, Period
A well-placed 4-panel system will produce about $200 of electricity per year (in the Midwest). With the EITC tax credit that's about a 6-year payoff (or less). Your panels continue to save you hundreds of dollars per year for decades to come.
Use our PV-Watts powered app to compute your savings based on your exact location.
Our custom roof bases are a deck mount system, so it installs right on top of your shingles. No finicky flashing. No searching for rafters. No lugging long bulky rails onto your roof. Start with 4 panels and easily add more at any time.
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View your real-time solar production from anywhere 24/7 with the solar monitor app, which logs both your savings and environmental impact over time.
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Good to Know.
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How do the panels power my house?Just plug the included cord into any standard outlet on a dedicated circuit. After a 5 minute safety check is completed, your panels will begin powering your home and saving you money.
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Do I need any tools?Just a drill motor, a 1/2" drill bit, and a phillips screwdriver will have you well on your way to saving money and the planet.
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What is this EITC tax credit "26%" thing I keep seeing asterisk* for?"*Anything you spend on solar in 2020 qualifies for a 26% Federal tax credit. We'll make sure to send you these super simple instructions before tax season so you can get that money back when you file your taxes!
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Will I need to do any maintenance, such as cleaning the panels or replacing parts?"No maintenance is required. The panels will self-clean with rain. (Assuming you live in a rainy climate, sorry Arizona) The solar panels and microinverters have a minimum life-expectancy of 25 years, - four times longer than the typical payback period.
First Edition -
1st Step Solar Kits
No hidden costs, everything you need to start powering your home with solar. 60-day money-back guarantee. Free Shipping to the Continental US.
Shipping Included
4 Panel 760W Starter Kit
$1499
No hidden costs, everything you need to start powering your home with solar. 60-day money-back guarantee.
Limited Stock Only 16 Left
4 Panel 760W Expansion Kit
$1299
No hidden costs, everything you need to start powering your home with solar. 60-day money-back guarantee.
Limited Stock Only 19 Left
"Do you have 2 hours this Saturday?"
Two hours is about all you'll need to get your kit fully installed and producing power for your home (really! we've actually timed it). Start in the center of your space, use the included template to space the mounts, then attach your panels. You'll be done in no time.
It's that easy.
Works with Starter Kit
Power Monitor Included
$1.46
per watt
First Edition - 1st Step Solar Kits
Shipping Included
4 Panel 760W Starter Kit
$1497
No hidden costs, everything you need to start powering your home with solar. 60-day money-back guarantee. Free Shipping to the Continental US.
Limited Stock Only 19 Left!
4 Panel 760W Expansion Kit
$1299
No hidden costs, everything you need to start powering your home with solar. 60-day money-back guarantee.
Limited Stock Only 19 Left
"Do you have 2 hours this Saturday?"
Two hours is about all you'll need to get your kit fully installed and producing power for your home (really! we've actually timed it). Start in the center of your space, use the included template to space the mounts, then attach your panels. You'll be done in no time.
It's that easy.
Dale W.
"I did the install by myself. It was easy with the instructions and templates provided. I installed 4 panels on my woodworking shop roof in the back of my property."
Doug K.
"I installed my solar panels it was surprisingly easy. I've never done any electrical work in my entire life and we were able to get it up-and-running in less than 3 hours!"
Larry B.
"Well, phase one of a DYI project/obsession is done and 27kwh have been generated so far. Thank you 1st Step Solar!"
Joe U.
"The price point is super reasonable. It's about the best deal you can get out there for solar."