Polaron

Solar power has the potential to make homes more sustainable, but that is just the tip of the iceberg. It can help reduce utility bills and save money on the carbon tax, highlighting its potential for long-term cost savings. Needless to say, more Canadian homeowners are going solar each day to power their residences. Provincial incentives, and Federal grants have also increased the appeal of adopting solar energy, as they help lower the barrier of entry into solar—set by the high purchase price of solar panel systems—making it more affordable for homeowners.

However, delayed grant payments and erratic changes in incentive programs have led solar panel providers to offer panel systems in credit. Over time, this has lead to financial loss and liquidation of numerous solar companies that promised their customers continuous maintenance to ensure high performance.

Serving as a leader in the Canadian solar industry, that’s where Polaron can help.

“We are the the largest residential solar installation companies in the country and we have a track record of helping over 6,000+ Canadian households go solar,” says Kevin Kang, sales and marketing director of Polaron.

Weathering multiple provincial incentives and regulatory changes, Polaron has established itself as Canada’s most trusted solar company. It excels at offering unrivaled solar services to commercial and residential clients all across Canada, with its primary focus in Alberta, Nova Scotia, Ontario, British Columbia, and Prince Edward Island (PEI). Through the turbulent years, the company has maintained its extensive portfolio of top-tier solar panel systems that are durable in the country’s harsh weather conditions and all-inclusive service packages that incorporate design, financial planning, and installation.

The Polaron Way to Go Solar

Polaron further cements its leadership position in the Canadian solar market by granting low-interest loans as low as 0 percent as part of its financial planning, designed around mainly the Canadian Greener Homes Grant. All of Polaron’s programs are based around affordability, giving all clients equal access to solar energy, which is instrumental in taking solar adoption forward in Canada. This is a testament to Polaron’s customer-centric organizational culture and business model built around making solar more affordable to Canadians. The company's Sunline Plan, a new, unique solar loan program, allows interested homeowners to repay the remaining purchase amount in affordable monthly payments. With this model, customers often end up saving more money than they’re spending on their solar panels.

“Instead of purchasing the solar panel system outright, our Sunline Plan enables users to own it eventually, allowing them to break even faster as their energy bills drop,” adds Kang.

Polaron's extensive knowledge of various financial aids and technicalities within the metering systems in each province gives it a competitive edge over its peers. Additionally, Polaron's commitment to R&D enables them to create new products and improve existing installation processes to provide customers with the best and most affordable equipment and services. From top-notch racking systems to EV chargers, the firm offers a wide range of new products that complement solar adoption in Canada and is in the final phase of residential battery products.

Empowering Canadian Residents with Solar

Polaron employs six easy steps to ensure that customers can get the most out of their solar panel systems despite the Canadian climate. Through online consultations between clients and its in-house solar specialists, Polaron creates a solar panel design suitable for the family. A free proposal with an in-depth energy generation and monetary savings analysis is then designed based on satellite imagery. Once a contract is in place Polaron takes the extra step to conduct a third-party verification, to ensure the client understands the contract and the information provided to them was accurate. Once this confirmation is completed Polaron A will conducts a site assessment using 3D mapping technology to measure the roof and determine whether the electrical setup of the home is able to proceed with the project as intended. All this information is processed with electrical and structural engineers to present to the client and to finalize the details of the installation including potential additional costs due to upgrades, or alternative options. The team then finalizes the system design with clients as Polaron deals with necessary rebate and permit applications, after which it installs solar panels in two phases—placement and wiring.

Once complete, Polaron performs a final inspection to ascertain the solar panel setup’s safety and accuracy, crosschecked by a third-party electrician. Each installation has a monitoring system so that they may view their solar production at any time, additionally Polaron will use this system to assist in after-service requests.

Polaron's adherence to provincial policy changes have made it an industry leader that assures customers of its continued service with its high-quality and affordable products. For instance, Nova Scotia reduced its solar rebates from $0.60/Watt to $0.30/Watt, which made its Sunline Plan unviable to its customers in the province. To continue serving its customers, the solar company offered two options to those affected by the sudden news. For those continuing with the Canadian Greener Homes Grant, Polaron levied $0.10/Watt, and for those who did not, it offered an additional $3000 in its Sunline Plan at 0 percent interest. The process was executed with over 200 customers, allowing many to cancel for free, taking on the financial burden prompted by its commitment to keep their current clients happy and the Canadian solar industry moving forward.

Leading the Solar Game with Solid Backing

Polaron has survived, endured, and continues to serve its customers through numerous variables that threaten the solar energy industry’s stability due to its willingness to take risks and keep moving forward. Its extensive investment in R&D plays a crucial role in its success by developing efficient installation processes that yield positive results. Its commitment is also instrumental in developing and introducing a unique third-party verification process to ensure system efficiency and security. These factors combined have triggered the rise of Polaron as an industry leader and the largest residential solar company in Canada.

The company is currently looking to increase its service area as it plans to enter new provinces in Canada and take its client base beyond the metropolitan areas to provide easy access to solar. It also aims to focus more on the R&D side of things, intending to make Canada a major player in spearheading innovations in the solar industry. For example, its EV chargers and hybrid battery systems have started gaining traction in the Canadian markets, and the company is looking forward to go global with its innovations.