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Ask every solar installer: (1) Are you MCS-certified? Verify at mcscertified.com. (2) How many installations completed? (3) How long in business? (4) What panel brand and model? (5) What inverter type — string or hybrid? (6) What are all warranty terms? (7) Do you offer an Insurance-Backed Guarantee? (8) Is scaffolding included? (9) Do you handle DNO notification? (10) What is your estimated timeline? (11) Can you provide 3 customer references? (12) What happens if I have a problem after installation? Never sign without satisfactory answers to ALL 12.
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