This Consumer Guide to Solar Electricity for the North Carolina Homeowner is intended to educate homeowners and home buyers about the many factors to consider before, during, and after installing solar panels on their homes. This Guide is not meant to be a technical resource on how to design or install a system. Homeowners should consult with an experienced solar contractor to determine the best and most cost-effective system for their property and their home’s energy needs. Likewise, new home builders or home buyers in search of a home suited for solar panel installation must consider numerous factors including direction of the home, roof style and attachments, and various other factors which are best evaluated by qualified solar facility designers, architects, engineers, or qualified home builders. This guide provides resources to assist in the selection process. The authors of this guide do not endorse any products or service providers. The information in this guide is based upon a similar guide developed by the South Carolina Office of Regulatory Staff – Energy Office and South Carolina Electric & Gas Company. Also, information and resources, in part, have been adapted from this website.