Solar for your home

We're GreenSpark Solar, your trusted clean energy partner. We’re still the same loyal folks dedicated to the community and environment for over 20 years.

The sun is awesome. In just one hour, it shines enough energy on Earth to meet our planet’s energy demands for an entire year. With GreenSpark Solar, you can harness this clean, abundant energy to power your home for less than what you’re paying for electricity now. Save money, save energy, and help create a better balance with our planet. Clean, local energy you can rely on. Meaningful cost savings you count on. Join us as we change the way Rochester and surrounding areas think about where their electricity comes from.

How It Works

How does solar energy work?

People found a way to start harnessing this energy way back when in 1846, when a couple of super smart and out-of-the-box-thinking dudes discovered that selenium produced electricity when exposed to sunlight. Back then, the technology was basic at best, but it was still a huge game changer. It proved that sunlight can be converted into electricity; literal lightbulb moment.

Fast forward to today

Solar, or photovoltaic technology, has dramatically improved, making it more affordable, accessible, and practical than ever. Solar is now being used to power a large number of homes here in WNY and across the world with clean energy that minimizes environmental impact.

So how does solar work for your home?

It’s actually pretty simple. First, the photovoltaic or PV cells that cover our solar panels soak up the sun’s energy. What happens next might seem like magic, but it’s pure science. Tiny particles of light, known as photons, break electrons free from their atoms. This creates a flow of direct current, or DC energy, that is then converted to usable alternating current or AC energy that can then be used to power your home.

Where does all that energy go?

After your home’s energy needs are met, excess energy is sent to the utility grid and you get credit for it. In other words, if you use less electricity than your solar system produces, the utility company will offset your bill as you earn credits. During the cold, overcast months of Rochester’s winter when we receive less sun, you get to use those credits for even greater savings. This is known as net metering, and it’s what really sweetens the deal. Pretty cool, huh?

And it only gets cooler.

Throughout the life of your solar system, GreenSpark Solar will closely monitor how well your system is performing. You don’t have to do anything besides sit back, save, and enjoy clean energy. If you can sign on a dotted line, then you can go solar and save. It’s that simple – we promise!

Questions? We've got you covered.

More commonly asked questions can be found on our FAQ page. Or feel free to drop us a line

How much does it cost?

You work hard for your money, and we work hard to help you save it.

Don’t worry – going solar doesn’t have to be expensive. As a matter of fact, it’s not. In addition to some pretty sweet tax credits and grants for going solar, federal, state, and local incentives drive the cost of going solar way, way down, where it belongs. So while electricity costs from the utility continue to rise over time, your solar costs will stay predictable from the time you sign your contract until it’s paid off in full. After that, it’s free. Bam.

While it’s true that the cost of your home’s solar system all depends on its size, your location, and what incentives you qualify for, rest assured that GreenSpark Solar will find a way to make solar work for you.

With GreenSpark Solar, getting financed for a solar system is a straightforward, simple, and easy process. We pride ourselves on being super transparent, which means no gimmicks, no tricks, no hoops or loops to jump through or figure out. We handle everything for you, working closely with local financial institutions to get you financed on terms that fit your budget. We offer a variety of convenient and flexible financing options to meet your needs.

When it comes to making solar a reality for homeowners, we mean business. If you can afford to pay your electric bill – better yet – if you’re tired of paying way too much for electricity, then you can afford to go solar. It’s that simple.

Where can I put my solar?

Where you decide to install your solar system depends on what works best for you. With more than 15 years of experience in solar energy, GreenSpark Solar can help you determine what solar solution generates the most energy and saves you the most money.

We told you we were serious about creating accessible, cost-effective clean energy options. If you have an electric bill, we have a way for you to go solar and save money and the environment. Learn more about the variety of residential solar installations we offer.

What are the benefits?

We’re glad you asked, and we’re happy to break it down for you. This is where it gets good, because there are so many awesome benefits of going solar.

Drastic reduction or even elimination of your electric bill Keep your hard-earned money in your pocket where it belongs instead of throwing a lot of it to the utility company. The equipment involved in your solar energy system comes with a 25 year warranty and the life of the system will last well beyond those first 25 years, which means big savings year after year…well, you get the idea.
Protection against volatile energy costs The only thing that should be rising is the amount of money in your bank account, not your utility rates. Solar helps to offset the steadily rising cost of electricity, creating a greater sense of predictability and financial stability. In other words, as electric costs change, your solar costs remain flat – forever. All you have to do is watch your savings grow.
Support for our local economy We’re committed to making The Greater Rochester Area a better place, and going solar with GreenSpark Solar does just that. The solar industry provides a large number of sustainable jobs for our region that pay a livable wage. And because many solar jobs can’t be outsourced, going solar also boosts the U.S. economy as a whole.
Energy independence Every day, the Sun blasts the Earth with an incredible amount of clean energy, and harnessing its power is a major part of achieving energy independence in our communities. Increasing our capacity to harness the sun’s energy means protection against fluctuating energy costs.
Environmental Preservation This kind of goes without saying, but we’re going to keep on saying it. Solar energy has obvious environment benefits, and you don’t have to be a seasoned eco-warrior to recognize or appreciate them. Reducing your carbon footprint means a cleaner, healthier environment now and in the future. A home solar energy system can eliminate tons of annual carbon emissions. When everyone does their part to reduce their environmental impact, we all win.