
Solar Site Survey Guide: Strategies for 2021
Drones, cloud computing, and AI are making it easier than ever to do a solar site survey without needing to climb on the roof or
Solar Site Survey Guide: Strategies for 2021
Drones, cloud computing, and AI are making it easier than ever to do a solar site survey without needing to climb on the roof or
5 Reasons it’s Difficult to Hire Solar Site Surveyors (and 4 things to do about it)
Solar site surveyors – also called auditors, techs, or estimators – are essential not just for the project itself, but also for customer experience and
5 Ways Solar Contractors Can Avoid Call-Offs on Install Day
Demand for solar is rapidly increasing, but the industry faces significant challenges meeting that demand. First are project redesigns, which 44% of surveyors say happens
4 Reasons Why Software Automation Won’t Eliminate Redesigns
There are a handful of solar-specific software platforms that claim to use AI to develop perfect designs. But we’re here to share an annoying truth:
Why Top Contractors Pay More for These Skills
Solar CEOs say Having Drone Experience Could Earn Surveyors Up to $14,000 More Per Year Finding a good solar site surveyor (also known as a
How to Register for the FAA Part 107 Test
This page details how to schedule your FAA Part 107 Exam, which you need to do in order to obtain your Part 107 commercial drone
How Rudy Garcia Navigated the “Solar Roller Coaster” as the Industry Grew
Rudy Garcia has watched the solar industry grow from the inside out during his 14 year career. He’s seen novel technologies, new ways of doing
Solar Surveying with a Drone is Easier than you Think
View fullsize He surveyed 26 roofs in a single day; Here’s how he did it. Manual solar surveys – with ladders, roof climbs, and measurement
How Do You Fly Drones in DC Airspace?
Local, state, and federal governments have committed to renewable energy in their policies and procurements. Drones are becoming a big part of their strategy because
My Boss Just Gave Me a Drone. Now What?
You’re probably aware of how drones can make solar surveys up to 5x more efficient. Drones are also safer and significantly more accurate than a
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