Until now, installing photovoltaic systems has been an extremely specialized task. There have only been a handful of companies with the knowledge and skill to accommodate this exploding market. There is an incredible need for larger companies with numerous installation crews to enter this industry. With the proper training, the design and installation process can be learned in a few months. Pearl Street Consulting allows you to continue your core business while using your existing sales staff and installation crews to sell and install the systems when needed. The start up cost is negligible. Initially, we will train your sales staff to answer the most frequently asked questions regarding solar. They will be taught how to prequalify the customer and then how to perform a site assessment. Pearl Street will be available to answer any questions your sales people will have.
Once the first system is sold Pearl Street will train one or more of your installation crews to install the system. We will be onsite for the first few installs to make sure everything goes smoothly. After your company feels comfortable with the installation process, Pearl Street will teach you how to design the systems. Eventually, you will have a complete understanding of how to sell and install a PV system from start to finish.
A photovoltaic system or PV system is composed of 4 physical parts or hard costs. The business of selling and installing PV systems can be broken down into 7 parts or soft costs. They are as follows: