Big Dog Solar Energy
620 Pheasant Ridge Dr, Pocatello, Idaho, United States

At Big Dog Solar Energy we specialize in renewable energy, with a core competency in photovoltaics (Solar Energy). Our team offers the consultation, design, and build of several types of solar power systems. Whether you need a grid-tie, grid-tie with battery backup, or a completely off-grid system, we have the team and experience to find the best solution for your needs. In addition to designing and building your system, we also help with grant applications, tax incentives, and other cost-reduction methods.  It is also important to remember that solar energy isn't just for home either. More and more commercial businesses, farms, ranches, and dairies are utilizing solar energy to reduce operation costs. If you have any questions regarding solar energy or how you can benefit from it, please don't hesitate to contact us.

For over 40 years energy prices have continued to rise. So rather thatn watch them rise for another 40 years without doing anything about it, solar power allows you to get control over your energy costs and save thousands of dollars while doing it.

Installing Solar Panels for Home

  Are you one of the many homeowners that are considering installing solar panels for home energy efficiency? Each homeowner that looks into renewable energy, does so for his or her own reasons. In most cases, people choose solar power for more than one singular reason. Generally speaking, the most common benefits that people seek are cost-savings and using an environmentally-friendly energy source. However, there are plenty of other solar advantages to be aware of.

Residential Solar Panels Can Increase Property Value

  According to studies performed by the Lawrence Berkley National Laboratory, installing a home solar energy system can add significant value to your home. The studies show that adding a solar system increases a home’s resale value by an average of $4.00 per watt and, depending on the location of the home, it has been reported to be as high as $6.40 per watt. In other words, a 4.2kW system can add $16,800 to your home’s valuation. Studies have also shown that homes with solar energy are found to sell 15% faster than comparable properties homes that do not have a solar install solar.

Products We Offer

• In some instances property owners have no desire to be tied to the ”grid”. For one reason or another, they’d just as soon be left alone to their own means, which includes the ability to supply their own energy from the power of the sun. We can design and install an “off-grid” solar system to meet these requirements.
• Having the ability to power the necessities should an outage occur is a luxury that is within reach with a solar power supply and battery backup. As a homeowner, you simply need to consider what those necessities are and how many hours you need to be prepared for. If need be, we can help..
• Owners of a residential solar system often take advantage of Net Metering with a grid tie system. This is the process by which homeowners earn credits for any unused energy that is generated from the solar panels and then tied back into the electrical grid. In the U.S., this most often occurs during the summer hours, particularly in the northern states. With significantly more hours of available sunlight during the summer, it is much easier to earn energy credits
• The size of system, and therefore, the associated costs, can vary greatly depending on several factors. Everything from the amount of power consumption, battery backup capabilities, and even the regulations of local and state governments impacts the total costs. To help alleviate the upfront financial commitment, we have partnered with several financial institutions. Call us to find out more regarding the availability of financing options.