Why You Shouldn't Rush into Buying from a Solar Lead Company

If you’ve been checking out solar lead companies lately, you’ve probably noticed a trend: from their website text to their blog posts, the majority of their content is insistent that you need to buy leads from them ASAP!

And while many do promise a lot of benefits that would be better for your business to see sooner than later, it’s in your best interest to avoid impulse buying. You first need to take the time to properly investigate the solar lead company and check if they can really be a valuable partner for your venture.

 

See What Others Have to Say First

Many agencies will claim that their leads are the best, that their leads can give you high ROI and a reliable stream of customers. However, most of those claims never materialize. You buy a batch of leads that are mostly duds, and when you confront the company, they simply say it was the luck of the draw.

But the best solar lead companies don’t operate like that. They prioritize delivering quality leads to their customers, knowing that their reputation depends on getting contractors consistent sales.

If a solar lead company is truly worth buying from, you will be able to verify this by having a look at their reviews. Do other companies have good things to say about the agency? Do they report boosts in sales? Do they choose to stick with the agency long-term? These are the signs of a worthy partner.

 

What Praise for a Great Solar Lead Company Looks Like

Here at Grid Freedom, we’ve worked hard to earn the trust of our contractors and help their businesses succeed. By delivering our clients nothing but the best leads, we’ve earned some reviews to be proud of.

“I only use two Lead companies. Grid Freedom always has the best solar appointments out of any other company out there! I speak from experience learning the hard way!”

-       Kelby Michael, Reborne Solar

“Working with Joe and Pete at Grid Freedom has been life changing. They are definitely very good at what they do. We can guarantee our ROI with them. I have burned thousands of dollars to find them. They are one of the few lead companies I have I can count on!”

-       Pacwest Eco

“Solar Is Freedom has been very impressed with Grid Freedom. Joe and Pete have done a great job. GF is our primary lead generation source in three cities, and we plan on using them moving forward. They have great customer service and are always realistic about lead volume and quality. We will continue to trust GF as our main lead generation partner into the future.”

-       Alex Hay, Solar is Freedom

If you want to work with a solar lead company you can depend on, we’d be happy to welcome you into our family of contractors. We’ll always be honest about what we can provide, and give you only the best opportunities available for making the sales you need.

Sign Up for Leads at www.Gridfreedom.com

How Solar Contractors Can Adapt To The Coronavirus Economy

In the span of just a few months, the coronavirus pandemic has dramatically changed the economy. This is putting new pressures on solar contractors to adapt to the market’s new demands and dynamics. 

Below, we go over some helpful strategies for staying successful in the midst of the pandemic.

Consider Local Product Sourcing

 

Governments are tightening restrictions on imports, putting solar product sourcing at risk for many contractors. If you haven’t already, you may want to consider switching to American-made solar panels.

Using US-based solar manufacturers will help you avoid current and future sourcing issues, especially since it’s quite likely we will see more surges of coronavirus throughout the year. Choosing one located within or near your state will further lower your risk of a disrupted supply chain. 

Speak to the New Circumstances of Homeowners

 

Over 30 million Americans have either lost their jobs or had their hours reduced during the pandemic, and many have also experienced a painful blow to their long-term/retirement savings accounts. Contractors need to be mindful of this added financial strain when they court new customers, finding ways to present solar as a money-saving solution.

Additionally, this period of lockdown has given many people an unwelcome insight into just how expensive grid energy can be. With everyone in the family at home all day long, households are seeing their energy bills go way up. And with summer coming on, that cost is only going to grow. If you can pitch solar as a way to mitigate costs during the pandemic, you may have more luck converting buyers with money concerns. 

Push for Community Opportunities

 

Fewer households may be looking to get their own solar installation right now, but that doesn’t mean the demand for more affordable, cleaner energy is gone. In fact, a large number of homeowners who need to save are signing up for community solar.

If you are having a difficult time finding enough residential leads, it’s worth seeing if you can land some community solar projects. It keeps your team working, and you’re still able to help local residents. 

Get Help From Solar Lead Generation Companies

The coronavirus economy is one in which it’s tougher than ever for contractors to find dependable solar leads. To ensure that you can cover your costs each month, you may need outside help to land enough sales.

A good solar lead generation company can be the partner to get you through this difficult time. Even when you’ve had zero luck sourcing leads yourself, you can always count on a top agency like Grid Freedom to supply you with all the leads you need.

While you’re working on installations, Grid Freedom takes on all the responsibility of tracking down serious buyers. Only the most qualified customers are the ones who make the cut. This guarantees that every lead you receive has the highest possible ROI. 

It’s Time to Adapt. Get Dependable Leads at www.GridFreedom.com

New York has Been Surging with Solar Developments in Q1 2020

By the end of 2019, the state of New York had achieved a solar capacity of 2 gigawatts. And the state is on track to up that number significantly in 2020. The first quarter alone has seen many solar project completions and announcements.

All of this activity has been in an effort to meet New York’s goal of having a 6 gigawatt capacity by 2025, and having 70% of its electricity come from renewable sources by 2030. 

 

Bogart Solar Brings Community Solar to Greene County

The Bogart Solar project became operational in early February. Totaling 3 megawatts, the community solar build is allowing the people of Catskill to enjoy the benefits of solar energy, even if they can't get solar installations themselves.

Catskill’s new installation is capable of powering more than 300 homes in a single year. The project was made possible by Generate and Cypress Creek Renewables.

 

Solstice Opens 2 New Community Solar Farms

Early March saw the finalization of two big community solar projects led by Solstice. Located in Orange and Ulster counties, the two installations are ready to power as many as 800 homes throughout the neighboring regions. That’s about 6 megawatts total.

The farms should help local residents see a 10% reduction on their utility bills. 

 

Upstate NY Will See 17 New Solar Projects

By 2024, the upstate region will have 17 new solar projects fully operational. Governor Cuomo announced in mid-March that there would be projects kicked off in multiple regions: a 19.99 megawatt build in Greenwich, a 200 megawatt facility in Conquest, and many more.

It’s predicted that all of these new facilities will produce more than 2.5 million megawatts per year. That will be sufficient to power over 350,000 homes. 

 

If You Want to Ride the Solar Surge, You’ll Need Great Leads to Make it Happen

New York has built a lot of momentum in its solar developments. If you want to ride the wave of growing solar interest, you will need access to serious leads. Grid Freedom can help you connect with leads that have been personally verified as promising solar buyers. 

 

Learn More About Upgrading Your Leads at www.Gridfreedom.com