Preparing Your Arizona Home for Solar and Battery Installation

Are you considering solar energy for your home in Phoenix? Now is the perfect time to harness the power of the sun and take advantage of significant savings through federal and state tax credits. Our team at Phoenix Valley Solar can help you navigate these incentives and maximize your savings. You can also use our Arizona Solar Calculator to get an estimate of your potential benefits.

Adding solar panels and battery storage is one of the smartest upgrades you can make to your home. But before your system can start producing clean energy and lowering your electric bill, there are a few steps to take to ensure your home is ready.

Whether you live in Mesa, Phoenix, or Scottsdale, the preparation process helps your solar plus battery system work safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with APS or SRP requirements. At Phoenix Valley Solar, we guide you through every step.

Evaluate Your Roof Condition and Layout

One of the first things we do before installing solar panels in Mesa AZ or Scottsdale is assess your roof. We check for:

• Structural integrity and age

• Shading from nearby trees or structures

• Orientation and tilt for optimal sunlight exposure

• Enough surface area to support your energy needs

If your roof is over 15 years old, we may recommend replacement or repairs before installation. A new solar plus battery system in Phoenix is a 25+ year investment—your roof should be ready to support it long-term.

Check Your Electrical Panel Capacity

Before installing home solar battery backup systems, we inspect your main service panel to ensure it has the capacity to support solar and storage. If needed, we’ll upgrade your panel to safely accommodate new equipment and allow seamless energy flow between your home, your solar panels, and your battery.

Most older homes in the Valley need at least a 200-amp panel to support a full solar and Tesla Powerwall installation in Phoenix.

Understand Your Utility's Interconnection Rules

Every utility has its own rules for how solar and batteries can be connected. APS and SRP both have requirements regarding:

• Inverter specs and safety shutoffs

• Maximum system sizes for your rate plan

• Battery configuration and export limits

• Inspection and approval processes

We handle all applications, permits, and utility coordination, but it’s helpful for homeowners to understand how these requirements affect installation timing and design.

Choose the Right System Size and Battery Capacity

Before installation, we’ll help you determine how many panels and how much battery storage you need. We analyze:

• Your past energy usage

• Time-of-use billing windows

• Backup priorities during outages

• Future needs like EV charging or home additions

Solar battery storage in Phoenix isn’t one-size-fits-all. We customize each system based on your goals—whether that’s savings, resilience, or energy independence.

Clear the Installation Area

A smooth installation starts with a clear workspace. We may need access to:

• Your roof, attic, and main panel

• Garage walls (for battery mounting)

• Your home’s internet or Wi-Fi system for monitoring setup

Make sure pets are secured, cars are out of the driveway, and any obstructions are removed. Our installation team takes care of the rest, usually within one to two days.

Why Work with Phoenix Valley Solar

We handle every step of the process, including:

• Site inspection and solar panel installation in Scottsdale

• Installing solar panels in Mesa AZ with full structural review

• Designing and installing Tesla Powerwall systems

• Navigating solar battery storage Phoenix permitting

• Building code-compliant solar plus battery system Phoenix packages

Our goal is to make your transition to solar as smooth, safe, and cost-effective as possible.

Ready to Get Started? We’ll Handle the Details

If you’re thinking about solar and battery backup, let Phoenix Valley Solar prepare your home for a seamless installation. From your first quote to your system’s activation, we’ll walk you through everything you need to know—and take care of everything you don’t.

Are you considering solar energy for your home in Phoenix? Now is the perfect time to harness the power of the sun and take advantage of significant savings through federal and state tax credits. Our team at Phoenix Valley Solar can help you navigate these incentives and maximize your savings. You can also use our Arizona Solar Calculator to get an estimate of your potential benefits.