PV Gap

Elmer Said:

When will solar rebates actually benefit the DYI'er?

We Answered:

All I can suggest is that you check carefully with the authorities to see whether there isn't some provision for you to get the rebate standing as your own installer.

I did a self-install here in California, and the state was happy to send me the check. I was still subject to all permits and inspections, of course, as I would be if I was building, say, my own addition to my house.

Perhaps the installer's lobby is strong in CT, and influenced the structure of the rebate to shut out DIY'ers.