What is the procedure for participating in the CSI Program?

CalWest Solar will perform a free site survey of your home. We will take a compass reading of the site and look for any shading which would diminish performance of the system. We will also look at your electric bill, measure the roof, and let you know about how big a system will fit on your roof, within your expected budget range. The person performing the site survey will also be able to answer questions on placement of solar modules and inverters, wire runs , and connections to your main circuit breaker box. They will then take this information back to the office and a proposal will be written and mailed to the owner with all the technical forms and program application filled out.
When the owner decides to go ahead with the installation of the system, they mail the application, technical worksheet, and basic site plan to the administrator of the CSI Program. They will receive written approval of their system along with the rebate amount which will be paid at the end of the installation. An electrical and building permit will be pulled before work can begin. CalWest Solar takes care of all permitting and submits the applicable electrical drawings and roof loading specifications to the local electrical and building code officials. Once the permits are approved, the installation is ready to begin.
When the installation is completed, usually in 2-4 days, the Installer explains operation of the system to the homeowner and calls for the local electrical and building inspection. Once the System passes the local code inspections, the Final Rebate Application is sent in, along with proof of purchase,proof of successful local code compliance, an amended technical worksheet if any changes are made, and a copy of the interconnect agreement.