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In any project, it's crucial to anticipate and address potential challenges before they arise. This proactive approach not only minimizes disruptions but also ensures a smoother workflow from start to finish. From site surveys to system activation and beyond, there are many factors that can potentially lead to delays or complications. In this article, we have outlined the various stages of a project and highlighted potential complications.
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Site Survey
- Property access
- Homeowner unavailable
- Weather conditions
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Acceptance
- Document discrepancies
- Missing required documents (roof resigns/ MPU)
- Unpermitted structures
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Design and Engineering
- Permitting adjustments
- Compliance with jurisdictional requirements
- Homeowner change requests
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Permitting
- City-related delays
- Holiday closures
- Open permit complications
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Meter Spot
- Utility scheduling delays
- Clearance requirements
- Property access challenges
- Homeowner communication with utility
- Homeowner communication with ESP
- Homeowner change requests regarding meter location
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MPU
- Unaccepted schedule dates
- Weather-related issues
- Homeowner obligations and property access
- Permitting problems
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Inspections
- Rough inspection
- Lath inspection
- Jurisdictional considerations
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Installation
- Unaccepted schedule dates
- Weather-related challenges
- Homeowner obligations and property access
- Permitting issues
- Homeowner-required layout changes
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Inspection
- Availability of jurisdictional inspectors
- City closures affecting inspections
- Corrections and open permit issues
- Homeowner obligations
- Unaccepted schedule dates
- Weather-related disruptions
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PTO (Permission to Operate)
- Utility delays
- Homeowner access and communication with the utility
- Homeowner signatures
- City permit releases
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System Activation
- Access issues
- Completion of system commissioning
- Missing serial number
- Faulty inverter or cell kit
- Installation issues
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Warranty
- Installation-related issues
- Faulty equipment
- Internal ESP process errors
- Post-system activation homeowner requests