When homeowners decide to go solar, they often expect a single company to handle every aspect of the process, from sales to installation to warranty service. However, the solar industry is more complex than that. Just like in home construction—where separate companies handle design, materials, labor, and warranties—the solar industry consists of multiple moving parts, including sales, financing, project management, manufacturing, and installation.
At Eagle Mountain Solar, we partner with Powur PBC, a leading solar platform that acts as the general contractor for our solar installations. If you’ve seen a Powur proposal/contract and wondered who they are or why they’re involved in your solar project, this post will break it all down for you.
Who is Powur?
Powur is a solar brokerage and fulfillment platform that connects homeowners with the best solar financing options, top-quality equipment, and experienced installers. Their model ensures that customers receive the most competitive pricing and access to a network of vetted professionals rather than being limited to a single solar provider.
Powur operates similarly to a health insurance broker, which helps customers find the best plans through platforms like Healthcare.gov. Instead of being tied to a single insurer, brokers compare multiple options to find the best coverage at the best price. Powur does the same for solar energy—matching homeowners with the best financing, equipment, and installers based on their specific needs and location.
Powur as the General Contractor for Your Solar Installation
While Powur itself does not manufacture solar panels or physically install them, it serves as the general contractor overseeing the entire project.
- Local contractors handle installation: Powur partners with local solar installers across the country who meet their high standards. These companies apply to become Powur Certified Installers and must meet rigorous qualification requirements to ensure they deliver top-notch service.
- Powur remains your point of contact: Although your solar system may be installed by a local contractor, Powur remains responsible for the overall project. If you have any concerns, warranty claims, or service needs, you will contact Powur directly rather than dealing with the installer.
This structure provides added security because if your local installer were to go out of business, Powur would simply assign another certified installer to service your system under warranty. This is a huge advantage over working directly with a local installer who may not be around years down the road.
Why Powur’s Model Benefits Homeowners
Powur’s model provides several key advantages that make solar more affordable, reliable, and secure for homeowners:
1. Competitive Pricing
Since Powur operates as a solar brokerage, they are not limited to a single manufacturer or financing option. This allows them to find the best solar panels, inverters, and batteries for your specific needs while ensuring you get the most competitive financing rates available.
2. High-Quality Installers
Powur only partners with pre-screened and highly qualified local installers. This means you don’t have to gamble on finding a trustworthy contractor yourself—Powur has already vetted them for experience, licensing, and workmanship quality.
3. Flexible Financing Options
Through Powur, homeowners gain access to some of the best solar financing options in the industry, including zero-down loans, solar leases, and cash discounts. This flexibility allows you to choose a payment structure that works best for your financial situation.
4. Industry-Leading 30-Year Warranty
One of the most valuable benefits of working with Powur is their Powur Care 30-Year Warranty. Unlike many solar companies that rely on the installer’s or manufacturers warranty, Powur’s warranty is independent of the local contractor who installs your system. That means if your installer goes out of business, your system is still covered. Powur will simply send another certified installer to service your system.
5. Nationwide Coverage with Local Expertise
Powur operates across the country in over 20 states, meaning they have access to a broad range of installers and equipment. However, by working with local certified contractors, they ensure that your installation is handled by professionals who understand the permitting, regulations, and requirements specific to your area.
Understanding the Powur Contract
Because Powur plays a central role in your solar project, your contract will be with Powur rather than the local installer. This often confuses homeowners who expect to sign a contract directly with a local solar company. However, this structure actually benefits you in the long run because:
- Powur oversees your installation and ensures quality control.
- You have a single point of contact for any issues or warranty claims.
- Your warranty remains valid even if your installer is no longer in business.
How Powur Ensures Quality Installations
Powur takes installer certification seriously, requiring that all of their partners meet strict qualifications before being approved. Here are some of the key criteria that Powur Certified Installers must meet:
- Fully licensed and insured in the states they operate.
- Proven track record of successful solar installations.
- Compliance with industry best practices and safety regulations.
- Commitment to customer service and satisfaction.
- Ongoing performance monitoring and reviews to ensure consistent quality.
This ensures that every Powur-approved installer is held to the highest industry standards, giving homeowners confidence in their solar investment.
Why Eagle Mountain Solar Partners with Powur
At Eagle Mountain Solar, we’ve chosen to work with Powur because they provide a transparent, reliable, and high-quality solar experience for our customers. By partnering with Powur, we can:
- Offer better pricing than many local installers.
- Provide multiple financing options tailored to each homeowner’s needs.
- Ensure our customers get the best solar panels, inverters, and batteries available.
- Guarantee peace of mind with the Powur Care 30-Year Warranty.
- Have all the tools we need to provide you with the best experience.
Ultimately, Powur’s role in our solar installations allows us to deliver a best-in-class experience, ensuring every customer receives top-quality solar energy solutions at the best possible price.
Conclusion: Why Understanding Powur Matters
If you’ve received a solar proposal from Eagle Mountain Solar and noticed that your contract is with Powur, now you understand why. Powur acts as the general contractor, overseeing every step of your solar project, from financing and equipment selection to installation and long-term service.
However, they have no internal sales team or consultants that work with homeowners to design the proposals and answer questions. They rely on dealers or independent consults like us to handle the beginning of the solar process and manage the project.
Because they work with only certified, high-quality installers, you get the benefit of working with local experts while still having the backing of a national company with a 30-year warranty. This means that no matter what happens, your solar investment is protected for the long haul.
If you have any questions about Powur, how the solar installation process works, or whether solar is a good fit for your home, contact us at Eagle Mountain Solar today for a free consultation!
