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Signs Your Solar System Needs Service

Performance Issues

Your app or monitoring shows low or zero production

Your inverter has warning lights or keeps shutting off

Your electric bill jumped and you don’t know why

Physical / Safety Issues

You see leaks or staining near roof penetrations

Wires, conduit, or hardware look loose or damaged

Your original installer won’t answer or is out of business

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What’s Included in a Typical Service Visit

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System check & diagnostics

We inspect panels, wiring, inverters, and monitoring to find the real cause of the issue.

On-the-spot fixes when possible

If it’s a simple repair, we fix it on the first visit whenever we safely can.

Clear report & next steps

You get a simple summary of: what we found, what we fixed, and what we recommend next.

Some repairs require manufacturer parts or additional roof/electrical work. If that’s the case, we explain options and pricing before you decide.

We Service Systems, We Didn’t Install

Many Massachusetts homeowners call us after their original installer disappears, stops responding, or refuses to handle warranty work. If your system was installed by another company, we can still inspect it, diagnose issues, and either repair it or help you navigate manufacturer warranties.

  Independent inspection and documentation.

Help contacting panel / inverter manufacturers when needed

Options if the system was installed incorrectly or needs major work

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Trusted by Homeowners Across Massachusetts

Over 1,500 projects completed • 500+ installs last year

Gabriel and the Ecoloop team were fantastic to work with! They were professional, efficient, and extremely knowledgeable about the entire solar installation process. Everything was handled smoothly, from the initial consultation to the final setup. The quality of their work is top-notch, and their customer service is outstanding. I highly recommend Ecoloop to anyone looking for a reliable and professional solar company.

Thiago Araujo

Paul and EcoLoop did an amazing job helping me understand solar power and how it could help me save money. I was thrilled with the service, which included a brand-new roof and some tree removal for an extremely low cost. And now I’m paying the same price every month for electricity and enjoying a very cool air-conditioned house this hot summer without surprise crazy bills each month. Highly recommend!

Ruth Reedy

We recently had solar installed on our two-family home, and Ecoloop was fantastic to work with! Jenni Martinez was with us every step of the way, explaining what would be done, when, by whom, and why. The whole process felt streamlined and easy. Jenni was available to help us with all of our questions and kept us updated on status. She’s super passionate about solar energy, and it was such a pleasure to work with her. Definitely recommend you reach out to her if you want to learn about your options for your own home!

Jennifer McFadden

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How Pricing and Warranties Usually Work

What’s often covered

Panel or inverter defects under manufacturer warranty

Some replacement parts

Certain workmanship issues if the original installer is still in business

What usually isn’t covered:

Diagnostic time and site visits

Damage from storms, animals, or homeowner changes

Fixing another company’s code or roofing mistakes

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We’ll always tell you what’s likely covered and what isn’t before you approve any work.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you work on a system another company installed?

Yes. With the homeowner’s permission, we can evaluate and service systems installed by other companies.

Before beginning work, we review the existing equipment and system setup to determine what can be safely serviced, repaired, upgraded, removed, or reinstalled.

We will only work on your system after reviewing whether the repair or service could affect your existing manufacturer, installer, lease, or PPA warranty.

When possible, we will recommend a solution that preserves your current warranty protections. If the original provider must complete the work, we will explain that before moving forward.

We currently offer one-time evaluations and repair services. We do not offer ongoing service plans at this time.

Our team can help investigate system issues, performance concerns, equipment problems, and other solar-related service needs. After evaluating the system, we will explain the recommended next steps and any associated costs.

Yes. We can evaluate roof leaks or other roof issues related to a solar installation and determine the appropriate repair.

If the leak involves the original installer’s workmanship or an existing warranty, we will help identify the responsible party before work begins. In some cases, the panels may need to be removed to properly access and repair the roof.

We can evaluate your system’s performance, monitoring, and equipment when you are experiencing an issue or want to understand how the system is operating.

We do not currently offer recurring service plans or scheduled maintenance memberships. However, homeowners can contact us for a one-time system check, performance evaluation, or repair assessment.

Yes. We can coordinate solar panel removal so roofing work can be completed, then reinstall the system afterward when the equipment and roof are suitable.

We can also evaluate systems that need to be removed permanently, transported, or disposed of. Before starting, we will review the system, roof condition, equipment, existing agreement, and warranty requirements to determine the correct process.

Need Your Solar System Checked or Repaired?

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    We’ll build a custom Home Power Plan with clear numbers in writing.

    24-Hour Walkthrough

    We’ll reach out within the next 24 hours for a quick, no-pressure walkthrough.

    You’ll see exactly what solar could do for your home, with real numbers you can compare to your current electric bill.

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    Solar & Real Estate

    Solar can help a real estate deal when everyone understands how it works, and it can slow things down when they don’t.
    If you own the system (cash or loan):

    • The solar system is usually treated as a home improvement, like a new roof or kitchen.
    • Buyers often see lower electric bills as a plus.
    • Your agent and the buyer’s lender just need clear documentation.

    If you have a PPA:

    • The agreement transfers to the new owner, subject to approval and paperwork.
    • The buyer steps into a lower, predictable solar payment instead of paying full utility rates.
    • We help your agent and the buyer understand the terms so they’re comfortable with the transfer.

    Ecoloop can support real estate transactions by:

    • Explaining the system and agreement to agents and buyers
    • Providing clean documentation on production, payments, and warranties
    • Giving honest guidance if solar is not the right move before a sale

    Solar Warranty & Guarantees

    Most systems come with:

    • Panel production warranties (often 25 years, guaranteeing 85–90% of original output at year 25).
    • Inverter warranties (typically 10–25 years, depending on brand).
    • EcoLoop workmanship warranty, including roof penetrations.

    For PPAs, there is usually a production guarantee: if the system underperforms vs the promised output, you receive credits or compensation per the agreement. At the end of a PPA term, you typically can:

    • Have the system removed,
    • Renew the agreement, or
    • Buy the system at a pre‑defined or fair‑market value.

      • For PPAsWe explain your exact coverage and end‑of‑term options before you sign.

    Solar Maintenance

    With a PPA, maintenance and monitoring are included for the term: the PPA provider and EcoLoop are responsible for keeping the system running. For owned systems:

    • Panels generally need very little maintenance; rain and snow do most of the cleaning.
    • We recommend periodic inspections and offer service plans.
    • If there’s an issue, we diagnose it, help with equipment warranty claims, and handle repairs.

    We also provide maintenance and repair services to solar systems installed by other companies, our goal is to bring your solar system back to life in no time.

    A typical Ecoloop solar project looks like this:

    We recommend batteries when:

    • Home Power Plan consultation – We review your bill, roof, and goals.
    • Site survey – We confirm roof condition, measurements, and electrical panel details.
    • Engineering & design – We finalize your system layout and technical docs.
    • Permits & utility approvals – We submit to your town and utility.
    • Installation – Our in‑house crews install the system.
    • Inspections & PTO – The town and utility sign off and grant Permission To Operate.

    In Massachusetts, that full process usually takes 3–6 months depending on the city and utility. We set that expectation upfront so you’re not surprised.

    Panels & Roof Fit

    Before we recommend a system, we check:

    • Roof orientation: South, east, and west faces are usually best.
    • Shading: Heavy tree coverage can kill production. We’ll talk honestly about tree removal or tell you if solar doesn’t make sense.
    • Roof age & condition: If the roof is near the end of its life, we’ll recommend replacing it first so you don’t pay twice.
    • Structures: Sometimes panels go on garages or other buildings if they have better sun.

    We size the system around your 12 months of past usage plus future plans (EVs, hot tubs, additions) so you’re not under‑ or over‑building.

    Solar Batteries

    We recommend batteries when:

    • You have frequent outages and want your heat, fridge, internet, or medical equipment to stay on.
    • You are concerned about future changes to your electricity plans and want to prepare.
    • You want to join programs like Connected Solutions that pay you for letting the utility use some of your stored energy during peaks.

    Batteries are quoted separately and can be:

    • Bundled into a PPA (battery + solar, $0‑down with long-term maintenance included), or
    • Financed as part of an owned system (cash/loan) so you can access battery incentives directly.

    Solar Financing Options

    Ecoloop works a solar broker and is able to offer every option under the sun:

    • $0‑down PPA: You don’t buy the system; you buy the power it produces at a lower, often fixed or capped rate for up to 25 years. Maintenance is included, and approval usually uses a soft credit check. 
    • Solar loan: You own the system, build home equity, and keep applicable incentives. There’s a monthly payment until it’s paid off.
    • Cash: Maximum long‑term savings if you want to deploy capital upfront, about a 8 year ROI.

    We act as a broker, not a captive lender, so we can show multiple options and explain any dealer fees or escalators before you sign. Your Home Power Plan lays this out side by side.

    Solar Incentives

    Incentives are real, but they usually don’t show up as a check in your mailbox. Instead:

    • For owned systems, state incentives, net metering, and tax exemptions help offset your cost over time.
    • For PPAs, the financing partner typically uses available commercial‑side federal credits and state programs, then bakes that value into your lower kWh rate and $0‑down structure.

    When roof work, tree removal, or panel upgrades are needed, we often structure the project so incentive value and PPA economics help make those upgrades affordable in a single plan.

    Solar Cost & Savings (ROI)

    We look at your actual bill and compare:

    • What you’d keep paying the utility over 25 years (at today’s rates + likely increases), vs
    • What you’d pay with a solar loan, cash purchase, or $0‑down PPA.

    In Massachusetts, it’s common to be paying $0.30–0.40+ per kWh to the utility. A well‑structured solar plan or PPA usually drops your effective rate and locks it in, which is why:

    • PPAs can save money immediately with no upfront cost
    • Owned systems often pay back in 8–9 years, then produce low‑cost power for decades

    Your Home Power Plan shows 25‑year side‑by‑side numbers so you can see total savings, not just one monthly payment.

    How Solar Works

    Solar panels on your roof turn sunlight into DC electricity. Inverters convert that into AC power your home can use. Your home uses solar power first. If you’re producing more than you’re using, the extra energy either:

    • Flows back to the grid and earns you net metering credits, or
    • Charges a home battery if you have one.

    At night or on cloudy days, you pull power from the grid as usual, but your yearly bill is based on total solar production minus total usage, not just one sunny day. From the street, your house looks the same; the big change is what you pay per kWh over time.: