Premium 5.4kW Solar Installation & Net Metering | Richmond, VA
Service Available: Solar Panel Installation & Permitting Branch: Richmond, VA
Project Case Study: Big Power, Compact Footprint
Not every home has massive, wide-open roof planes, but that shouldn't stop a homeowner from achieving energy independence. In this project case study, the homeowner wanted to maximize their solar production within a limited roof area while staying compliant with strict local building codes. They needed a high-density power solution and a contractor who could manage a complex permitting process.
Our Richmond solar team is well-versed in designing high-efficiency systems for compact spaces. We engineered a 5.40 kW DC system utilizing just 12 ultra-premium solar panels. Beyond the physical installation, we handled every piece of the administrative puzzle—from securing the structural building permits and electrical permits to achieving Contingent Approval for Net Metering through Dominion Energy.
Key Upgrades & Materials
When roof space is limited, panel efficiency becomes the most critical factor in your solar investment.The specifications for this high-density system included:
- Ultra-Premium Solar Panels: We installed 12 REC ALPHA PURE-RX 450W modules. REC Alpha panels are industry leaders in power density, allowing us to generate 5.40 kW of power using fewer panels than standard-tier brands require.
- Advanced Microinverters: Each of the 12 panels was paired with an Enphase IQ8X-80-M-US Microinverter. These microinverters are specifically designed to safely convert the high DC output of the 450W panels into 4.560 kW of usable AC power for the home.
- Leak-Proof Mounting: We secured the array using the UNIRAC NXT UMOUNT system with STRONGHOLD Butyl. This flashless mounting system uses a peel-and-stick butyl pad that bonds directly to the roof deck, sealing the lag screws completely without destroying the existing shingles.
We Handle the Heavy Red Tape
Installing solar in highly regulated municipalities requires rigorous documentation. For this $16,740 turnkey project, we didn't leave the homeowner to figure out the paperwork. We managed the structural building review, the dedicated electrical permitting, and the Dominion Energy Interconnection Application. All the homeowner had to do was wait for the official "Permission to Operate."
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