Grid-Tied Solar Systems in Edmonton, AB
Sustainable, Utility-Connected Energy Solutions for Alberta Homeowners
Maximize your energy savings with a Grid-Tied Solar System designed for the Edmonton climate. Founded on April 30, 2018, Boreal Energy Solutions has spent the last 8 years as a trusted Solar Panel Installer, helping residents and businesses stay connected to the utility grid while drastically reducing their monthly bills. Our utility-connected solutions offer the perfect balance of renewable energy and 24/7 reliability.
Experience You Can Trust: 8 Years of Edmonton Expertise
From our headquarters at 16760 121 Ave NW Bay #4, Edmonton, we provide specialized Solar Installation services to neighborhoods including Dovercourt, Woodcroft, Sherbrooke, and Inglewood.
Conveniently located just 450m from the City Truck Stop: Edmonton and 6 minutes from the 149 St Costco Wholesale, Boreal Energy Solutions is deep-rooted in the local community. We have extensive experience navigating the specific grid-connection requirements of EPCOR and FortisAlberta, ensuring your system is fully compliant with the Alberta Micro-Generation Regulation.
What Is a Grid-Tied Solar System?
A Grid-Tied Solar System is a solar power setup that remains connected to the local electrical utility grid. Unlike Off-Grid Systems, which require massive battery banks to store every watt of power, a grid-tied system imports from and exports to the utility grid as needed.
Through a bi-directional meter, electricity flows seamlessly between your property and the grid. When your Solar Panels produce more energy than you need, the excess is sent to the grid; when the sun isn't shining, you draw power from the grid as usual. This setup is the most cost-effective and popular choice for urban Edmonton homes and commercial properties.
How Grid-Tied Solar Systems Work
Understanding the flow of energy is key to maximizing your investment:
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Daytime Generation: Your Solar Panels capture Alberta’s high sunlight hours, converting them into DC power.
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Conversion: A high-efficiency inverter converts that power into AC electricity for your home or business.
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Self-Consumption: Your property uses the solar power first, reducing what you buy from the utility.
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Exporting Excess: Any surplus energy is exported through your bi-directional meter.
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Net-billing Credits: Your utility provider (like EPCOR) tracks this export and provides credits on your bill, which offset the power you draw at night.
Benefits of Grid-Tied Solar Power
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Lower Electricity Bills: Offset a large share of your annual electricity consumption.
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No Heavy Battery Costs: By using the grid as backup, you avoid the high upfront cost of large-scale storage.
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Reliability: The utility grid supplies whatever your panels don’t.
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Lower Upfront Cost: Without large battery banks, grid-tied systems cost less to install than off-grid systems.
Our Grid-Tied Installation Process
With 8 years of field experience, we have refined a seamless Solar Installation workflow:
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Energy Assessment: We review your 12-month usage history to size your system perfectly.
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Custom Design: Engineering a layout that maximizes sun exposure at our 53.5° N latitude.
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Utility Applications: We handle all paperwork for EPCOR or FortisAlberta micro-generation status.
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Permits & Inspections: Full management of City of Edmonton electrical and building permits.
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Professional Install: Expert mounting by our licensed Solar Panel Installer teams.
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System Activation: Final utility approval and "Permission to Operate" (PTO) coordination.
Grid-Tied Solar for Homes and Businesses
We provide tailored solutions for different sectors:
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Residential Solar Installation: Clean energy for Edmonton families looking to buy less power from the grid.
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Commercial Solar Installation: Scalable arrays for businesses in Inglewood or industrial areas to reduce overhead.
Grid-Tied vs. Off-Grid Solar Systems
Learn more on our Off-Grid Systems
Technical Expertise: Inverters & Equipment
To ensure your Solar Energy Company experience is quality, we only use manufacturer-approved equipment:
String Inverters
Cost-effective for simple roof layouts.
Ideal for roofs with shading or multiple angles; optimizes each panel individually.
We can install systems that are "Battery Ready," allowing for future Solar Battery Storage integration.
Why Choose Boreal Energy Solutions?
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8 Years in Business: Founded in 2018, we have a long-term reputation in the Edmonton market.
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Licensed & Insured: We prioritize safety and are fully WCB-covered and insured.
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Utility Compliance: We design our installations to meet all Alberta Utilities Commission (AUC) rules.
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Quality Hardware: We source only Tier-1 Solar Panels and high-performance racking.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Service Areas
Located near the North Star Cardiology Clinic and City Truck Stop, we serve:
Request a Grid-Tied Solar Consultation
Ready to start saving? Contact Boreal Energy Solutions today for a free savings report.