Volume 03 | August 2018
This is probably the time of year when you appreciate your solar panels the most, since it means freedom from the high electricity bills that are as much a part of Texas summers as being out on the water or escaping the heat in a movie theater or museum. We know you don’t want your family, friends, and neighbors to miss out on that solar goodness!
Spread the Word About Solar This Summer
Our business has always relied on customer referrals, and we try to make it easy (and profitable) for you to tell others about us. You can earn $50 for each qualified referral, $300 for each solar installation, and a $500 bonus for each 5 installations. Our smartphone app allows you to import contacts from your phone, share to your social media accounts, and leave us a review. You can sign up even if you aren’t a customer yet!
TIPS & TRICKS
Panel Maintenance Tips from SunPower
Your solar power system is an incredibly low-maintenance asset. Periodic cleaning is the only upkeep you need to consider, and SunPower offers tips on how often and how to clean your panels for maximum efficiency.
How to Clean Your Panels
Selling Your Home with Solar
Did you know that solar panels, on average, add $15,000 to a Texas home? On a recent Texas Energy Lab radio show we talked to Texas Green Realty about the challenges of correctly appraising solar systems and how to maximize the resale value of your home with solar.
Selling Your Home with Solar
SOLAR EDUCATION
Why Systems Produce Below Rating
In this FAQ video from our service department, Shannon explains how temperature, orientation, and cloud cover can contribute to production below the panel’s efficiency rating – and why that does not necessarily mean there’s an issue with your system.
Why is my Solar Panel Producing Below Rating
Solar Energy 101
We have recently published an educational series of blog posts explaining some solar power basics, from what solar panels are (and how they work) to the types of solar panels on the market to solar panel efficiency and how to evaluate solar panel brands .
Solar 101 Blog Posts
COMPANY NEWS
Customer Spotlight
We are proud to have helped Brown Distributing Company become the first beer distributor in Texas to go solar! The array was commissioned last week and is one of many sustainability initiatives including LED lights and a recycling program, which Hunter Brown talks about on our latest Texas Energy Lab podcast .
Brown Distributing Company Is the First Beer Distributor in Texas to Go Solar
OPERATIONS CORNER: Now Hiring Solar Installers
Freedom Solar Power maintains our high standards of quality by hiring full-time employees (no temp-to perm labor, staffing firms, or sub-contractors ever). Because of that promise to our customers and with our ever-growing business, we are always seeking skilled, professional, and reliable employees to join our team. We are currently hiring both residential and commercial installers, and we’re looking for your help!

We value our employees and reward them with competitive compensation including overtime pay and bonuses, paid vacation, health insurance, company-provided transportation to projects, and the opportunity to work across the state from an Austin base. We also provide training and support ongoing education, certification, and licensing. Learn more about why Freedom Solar is a great place to start a career in solar construction by sending your resume to chad@freedomsolarpower.com today.
Now Hiring Solar Installers