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About this pro
Sean McGraw founded Affordable Energy of AZ in 2010, but the story began long before then. In 1935 Sean�s great-grandfather, Clarence Kimball established his own building material distribution company in Michigan. The company specialized in windows, doors, insulation, and more. Responsibilities and ownership continued down throughout the generations until Sean�s father, Brian, eventually assisted Sean in bringing these services to Arizona. From a very young age, Sean�s father and grandfather personally involved him in the inner workings of the business. This unique environment provided Sean with an early exposure to countless residential and commercial energy-efficiency projects. Sean�s passion for energy was fortified during his exceptional experience at Arizona State University�s School of Sustainability. Sean graduated from ASU in 2010. In recent years Sean shortened the company name to FOR Energy and introduced 3 new partners (Tyler Nay, Ty Story, and Bryce Wyler) and has expanded into neighboring states. Together the four partners, and the entire FOR Energy team, are committed to providing sustainable solutions for generations to come!
Best Questions to Ask a Solar Energy Contractor Contractor
Do you have any references that I can contact?
Always ask for references, and always check them. Keep in mind though that the only references you'll get are people who the contractor is certain will give him a good review. You'd also be well advised to check online review sources in Tempe as well, which will give you a broader view of customer satisfaction for a given company.
What is your projected timeline for the Solar Energy project in Tempe?
Though a standard question, it's important to ask. Most contractors will tell you how long they expect the job to take without you asking. If they don't volunteer that information, be sure to ask. It's also helpful to ask if that's a hard finish date, meaning that it's the definite finish date. If it's a soft finish date, it may be extended for any number of reasons.
How much do I have to give as a deposit?
Some companies may require a 10% deposit, some may not require any. For larger projects, you'll almost always need to give a deposit, and it's good to ask how much the deposit will be before going forward with a project. The Tempe contractor will know how much they need for a deposit when they've given you the estimate, so ask early.
Is your bill for Solar Energy in Tempe an estimate or a final price?
This is very important, since an estimate is just that. Many contractors will submit a "paper estimate", meaning they've written the estimate down on paper. The bill is the true amount owed and will almost always say "Invoice" or "Bill" at the top of the page. The bill should also list the date it was issued, the due date of payment, and a list of services rendered.
Do you hire properly documented Solar Energy workers?
This will be answered when you ask if all employees are licensed. The only way to obtain a legitimate tradesman's license is to be a legal or naturalized citizen of the US. The company may employ people in positions that don't require a license, however, so it's wise to inquire.
