Solar Advice from Our Winter Referral Raffle Winner
- Alyssa Hardbower
- January 22, 2021
- 3 Minute Read
Meet the Referral Raffle Winner!
We are excited to announce the winner of our first referral raffle, the Kronenfeld Family! The Kronenfelds went solar with us in 2019 and have since offset the equivalent amount of carbon sequestered by 135 tree seedlings grown for 10 years by powering their home with solar. We asked Mr. Kronenfeld a few questions about his solar journey, check out what he what he had to say below.
Why was investing in solar energy for your home important to you?
With living in an environment that can have extreme heat and humidity and a home with 4 electric HVAC systems, I felt it imperative to seek alternative sources of energy. With the challenges that power companies are facing with dealing with fossil fuels and costs, Duke Energy was not going to be lowering my rates anytime soon. It did not hurt having the Federal Tax Credits and Duke Energy rebate program, that was an added bonus.
What made you choose to go solar with Southern Energy Management?
We met the company at a home show at the Wilmington Convention Center. There were other solar companies showing as well. The young man was extremely conversant in solar and was able to communicate it in very understandable terms to a layperson. He pulled our home up on a computer and walked us through how the process worked. He also offered to have a company representative do an onsite evaluation and explain the process and give us a cost estimate.
Do you have any advice for other homeowners starting their solar journey?
Do not let the price of the system dictate your decision. Price is a component of the total cost of something. Although it is a very important component, it should not be the driving force. The quality of equipment, expertise in the solar field, professional installers, walking you through the paperwork/rebate process, and technical support after installation need to be given serious consideration.
About the Winter Referral Raffle
To thank our Shine Tribe advocates of customers and solar ambassadors, we hosted a winter gift basket raffle. Through the month of December, those who sent referrals our way received an entry for the chance to win our B Corp themed gift basket, worth over $800. The basket included gifts from Thread Talk, New Belgium, Patagonia, Larry’s Coffee, Gaia Herbs, Vert & Vogue, French Broad Chocolate, Vital Plan, Fair Game Beverage Co., and Earth Hero! Learn more about our referral program here.
Want to learn more?
A big thanks to the Kronenfelds and all of our advocates for the continued support! If you’re interested in learning more about solar, our solar educators would love to chat! Reach out and let us know about your solar goals.
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