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Quick answers to the questions we hear most, with links to the full guides when you want more.
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People ask us the same questions again and again, so here they are in one place. This is a quick reference to solar in Raipur: twenty-five short answers on cost, subsidy, savings, installation, backup and maintenance, with links to the long versions.
1. How much does a 3 kW system cost? About Rs 1.65 to 1.90 lakh before subsidy. See solar panel price in Raipur.
2. How much will I save? A 3 kW system typically saves Rs 2,400 to 3,000 a month. See solar in Raipur: cost and savings.
3. What is the payback? About three to four years for homes after the subsidy. See payback calculation.
4. What size do I need? Size from your bills. See solar size by electricity bill.
5. 3 kW or 5 kW? It depends on consumption and the subsidy cap. See 3 kW vs 5 kW.
6. What subsidy is available? Up to Rs 78,000 central for homes, plus a reported state top-up. See solar subsidy calculator.
7. How do I apply? Through the national portal with a registered vendor. See apply online.
8. Why is my subsidy delayed? Usually inspection, commissioning report or bank details. See status and delay.
9. Can I get a loan? Collateral-free loans have been available for systems up to 3 kW. See solar loan and EMI.
10. Do businesses get a subsidy? Not under the residential scheme; depreciation may help. See solar for shops.
11. How long does installation take? Three to five days on site and one to three months overall. See installation timeline.
12. What permissions do I need? Roof rights, CSPDCL feasibility and, for apartments, society consent. See permissions.
13. Which direction and tilt? South at about 20 to 25 degrees. See direction and tilt.
14. What about shade? Avoid it; see layout around tanks.
15. Best time to install? October to February. See best time.
16. How does net metering bill work? You pay for net units. See net metering bill example.
17. Does solar work in a power cut? Not unless it is hybrid. See battery storage.
18. Can solar run my AC? Yes, with enough panels. See solar and AC.
19. Does solar work in the monsoon? At reduced output. See solar myths.
20. What maintenance is needed? Light cleaning and checks. See maintenance checklist.
21. How do I choose the best solar company in Raipur? Use the questions in 15 questions to ask.
22. How do I avoid scams? See solar scams.
23. What mistakes should I avoid? See top 10 solar mistakes.
24. What if something fails? See warranty claim process.
25. Can I plan solar for a new house? Yes, see solar for a new house.
Skim the headings and click through for detail. If you are at the very start, read the questions on cost and savings first, then subsidy, then the company checklist. If you are mid-process, jump to approvals and installation. If your system is already running, the sections on operation and maintenance are the ones to bookmark.
| Fact | Figure |
|---|---|
| Typical 3 kW home system cost before subsidy | Rs 1.65 - 1.90 lakh |
| Central subsidy for 3 kW and above | Up to Rs 78,000 |
| Generation per kW in Raipur | About 1,400 - 1,500 units a year |
| Typical home payback after subsidy | About 3 - 4 years |
| Typical on-site installation time | 3 - 5 days |
Some questions depend on your roof, your connection and your loads: shade, sanctioned load, roof strength and finance. For these, a free survey gives a precise answer in a single visit. Bring your last twelve bills and a few photographs of your roof.
Short answers get you started; the linked guides get you the detail. The next step is a free survey. Speak to a solar company in Raipur that handles solar installation in Raipur from design to commissioning, and read the best solar company in Raipur checklist before you sign anything. For background, see solar in Raipur and the solar Raipur locality guide, explore the full solar blog, and check PM Surya Ghar Yojana in Raipur for subsidy slabs.
Each answer above links to a full guide. Start with the cost and savings guide for solar in Raipur.
Yes. We offer a free site survey and a written quotation with no obligation.
Call 083051 31420, visit our office in Devendra Nagar or use the contact form.
Yes. We serve Bhilai, Durg, Bilaspur, Korba, Rajnandgaon, Dhamtari and other districts for suitable projects.
Usually within a few days of booking, depending on location and schedule.
Visit C-29, Sector 3, Devendra Nagar, Raipur, Chhattisgarh 492001, call 083051 31420 or send your details online for a free survey and a written quotation. Our solar installation in Raipur team replies the same working day.
Looking for the best solar company in Raipur? See how solar in Raipur works, check the solar Raipur locality guide and book solar installation in Raipur with a trusted solar company in Raipur. Our checklist for the best solar company in Raipur shows what to ask. Browse every article on the solar blog, or see PM Surya Ghar Yojana in Raipur and our solar services.
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