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💡 What is Efficient Partner Pricing (EPP)?
Save Even More

Efficient Partner Pricing (EPP) rewards homeowners who help us operate efficiently. It's the same idea insurance companies use with non-smoker discounts — people who cost less to serve get better rates.

Here's how it works for you:

  • You set aside time to go through all the information and upgrade to solar in one visit
  • That saves us from making a second trip to your home
  • Each home we don't have to revisit lets us help one additional homeowner that month
  • We pass those efficiency savings back to you as a lower monthly rate

To lock in your EPP rate today, we just need three things:

  • Sign the agreement — get your solar journey started right now
  • Schedule your Engineering Visit — we send a specialist to finalize your custom system design
  • Set up autopay — enroll in automatic bank draft (ACH) to waive the monthly billing fee and lock in your lowest rate

It's a win-win. You get a better price today, and we get to help more families switch to solar. That's why the EPP rate you see above is lower than our standard pricing.

📄 Your Solar Lease — What You're Signing Up For

1. Who Is This Agreement Between?

This agreement is between you (the homeowner) and IGS Solar, LLC (the company that owns and maintains the solar system).

IGS Solar leases the equipment to you. You pay a monthly amount to use the system and keep the power it generates. IGS handles installation, insurance, repairs, and monitoring for the full 25 years.

All obligations start on the "Transaction Date" listed on your agreement — that's the day you sign.

2. How Long Is This Agreement?

This is a 25-year lease — 300 months total. Think of it like leasing a car, but for solar panels.

The clock starts on the first day of the month right after your system gets turned on and connected to the grid. We call that the "Interconnection Date." Every year after that is a "Contract Year."

What this means for you: You're locking in your solar rate for 25 years. No renegotiating, no surprises. After 25 years, you choose what happens next — renew, buy the system, or let us remove it for free.

3. Your Monthly Payment

You pay one fixed monthly amount for using the solar system. That's it. No equipment costs, no installation fees, no maintenance bills.

When you sign up, you'll set up automatic payment by credit card, debit card, or bank transfer (ACH). If you set up auto-pay through your bank (ACH), we usually waive the small monthly billing fee — so it's basically free to pay.

You'll get an email invoice every month. If a payment bounces, there's a standard returned-check fee (same as any other bill). If you're late, the fee is 1.5% per month on the past-due amount.

Sales tax may apply to your monthly payment, just like it does on your utility bill. That's normal.

Bottom line: Set it and forget it. One predictable payment. No utility bill roller coaster.

4. What Each Side Handles

What IGS handles (so you don't have to):

  • Installation and construction start to finish
  • A revenue-grade meter that tracks every kilowatt-hour your system produces
  • Insurance on the system against damage or loss
  • All repairs if something breaks
  • No lien on your house — your home title stays clean. We may file a simple equipment notice (like a car loan notice) just to show we own the panels, but that's it

What we ask from you:

  • Keep trees and bushes trimmed so they don't shade the panels
  • Don't clean or modify the system yourself — call us if something looks off
  • Tell us ASAP if you see damage or something missing
  • Sign permit and inspection paperwork within 7 days when we send it
  • Keep your internet on — the monitoring system needs a connection to track performance. We can use your WiFi or install a cellular gateway
  • Get HOA approval if your neighborhood requires it
  • Don't use the system to heat a pool or hot tub
  • Share utility bills when we ask — helps us verify your savings

Roof work: If you're getting a new roof or doing construction that affects the panels, give us 30 days' notice. We'll coordinate removal and reinstallation. You keep paying your lease during any brief downtime.

Access: We need to get on your roof occasionally for maintenance or monitoring. We'll always try to give you reasonable notice. Access continues for 90 days after the lease ends, just in case we need to remove the system.

Bottom line: IGS handles the technical stuff. You handle basic homeowner stuff. Fair trade.

5. Before We Install

Before installation day, we do our homework:

  • Engineering site audit to make sure your roof is solid
  • Final system design customized for your home
  • Real estate due diligence
  • All city permits, zoning, and building approvals
  • We claim any available rebates and renewable energy credits

You just need to return any paperwork we send you and get HOA approval if it applies.

If for some reason your roof can't support solar or the city won't approve it, we can cancel the agreement — but that's rare and protects both of us.

6. Changes to This Agreement

The only way this agreement changes is if both of us sign a written amendment. No handshake deals, no verbal promises. We can fix utility paperwork to match the lease terms, but nothing changes your rate or your obligations without your signature.

7. Your Warranties

Your protection comes from two documents:

  • The Limited Warranty (Exhibit 2) — covers defects, workmanship, and materials for 25 years
  • The Production Guarantee (Exhibit 3) — makes sure your system performs

Those two documents cover everything that matters. IGS doesn't make promises beyond what's in those exhibits — but honestly, they cover all the important stuff.

8. Can IGS Sell This Lease to Someone Else?

Your lease may be transferred to a qualified financing partner — just like your mortgage gets sold to another bank. This is standard for solar leases.

Your rate, your terms, your warranty — nothing changes for you. The new company takes over the backend, and the old company is off the hook. Same as when your mortgage gets sold.

9. Who Owns the Equipment?

IGS owns the panels, inverters, and equipment. It's considered personal property — like a leased car, not a built-in appliance. It doesn't become part of your house.

You can't let anyone put a lien on the equipment. If a contractor you hire separately tries to file a lien on the panels, you have 30 days to clear it.

Bottom line: You get all the benefits of solar without the headaches of ownership.

10. Who Owns the Power?

You do. Every kilowatt-hour that hits your roof is yours. That's what you're paying for — the power, not the hardware.

11. Tax Credits & Incentives

Since IGS owns the equipment, we claim the federal tax credits, state rebates, and renewable energy credits (SRECs). That's how we can offer you such a low monthly rate. We take the tax benefits on the front end, you take the savings on the back end. Win-win.

You'll need to sign some utility paperwork so we can process the incentives, but that's standard and takes two minutes.

Bottom line: The tax credits are baked into your low monthly payment. You're already getting the benefit — just in the form of savings instead of a tax form.

12. Can You Buy the System Later? Yes.

Starting at year 5, you can buy the system outright if you want. The price is based on whichever is more fair:

  • Your remaining payments at a discount: All remaining lease payments, discounted at 5% per year. Basically "pay off the lease early at a discount."
  • What the system is actually worth: An independent appraiser figures out the fair market value. IGS pays for the appraisal.

If you buy it, you get any remaining manufacturer warranties and a bill of sale. From that day on, you're responsible for maintenance and repairs — just like you own it.

Bottom line: You have an exit ramp. Most people don't buy because the lease savings are already great, but the option is there if your situation changes.

13. What If You Sell Your House?

You have three easy options. Most buyers love taking over a solar lease because it means lower electric bills from day one.

Option 1: Transfer the lease. Give us 30 days' notice, we run a quick credit check on the buyer. If they qualify, they take over the payments. This is the most common route — buyers see solar as a selling point.

Option 2: Prepay the lease. Pay off the remaining payments in a lump sum. The new owner pays nothing but still gets the solar power. Great for cash buyers.

Option 3: Buy the system (only if you're past year 5) and include it in the home sale. Now the buyer owns the panels free and clear.

Bottom line: Solar doesn't trap you in your house. It's a selling point. And if none of these work, talk to us — we want to help, not punish.

14. What Happens After Year 25?

About 3 months before your lease ends, we mail you renewal forms. You have three choices:

  • Renew — sign the forms and keep going
  • Decline — sign the forms saying you're done, and the lease ends
  • Do nothing — your lease continues year-to-year at the same low rate, and you can stop anytime with 30 days' notice

If you don't renew or buy, we can remove the system for free at a time that works for you. Or we may transfer ownership to you as-is at no charge, and the system becomes yours to keep.

Bottom line: No cliff at year 25. You have options, and if you want out, we clean up after ourselves.

15. System Removal

If you don't renew or buy after 25 years, we can remove the system for free and schedule it at your convenience. We'll take the panels off, seal the roof penetrations, and leave your roof as close to original as possible.

Or we may transfer ownership to you as-is at no charge, and the system becomes yours to keep.

16. Storms, Damage & Insurance

Unless you intentionally damage the panels or are grossly negligent, IGS covers everything — hail, wind, fire, theft, you name it.

Your lease payment stays the same during repairs, but remember — you're still getting power from the grid, so your lights stay on while we fix the system. The repair is on us, not you.

Bottom line: Sleep easy. A tree falls on your roof? Not your wallet. Lightning strikes an inverter? We replace it.

17. Liability Limits

If something goes wrong, IGS is only on the hook for direct damages — not lost profits, emotional distress, or other indirect stuff. Your liability to IGS is capped at what you'd owe under the default section.

Standard lease language. Every contract has it.

18. When Would This Go Bad?

You're in default if:

  • You miss a payment and it's 30+ days late
  • You break a major rule and don't fix it within 14 days of us notifying you
  • You alter the system without permission
  • You give us false info on the application
  • You try to sell or transfer the lease without our okay
  • You go into bankruptcy or foreclosure

Bottom line: Pay your bill, don't mess with the equipment, and be honest. Do that, and you'll never think about this section. 99% of customers don't.

19. What Happens If Things Go South?

This is the worst-case scenario section. If you default, we can try to fix the situation, take the system back, ask for the remaining value, or report it to credit bureaus.

This almost never happens because most people just pay their bill and enjoy the savings. If you're struggling, call us before you miss a payment — we'd rather work with you than against you.

20. Credit Check

We run your credit when you apply. We report your payment history to credit bureaus.

Pay on time, build credit. Miss payments, it can hurt — just like any other bill. Standard stuff.

21. Photos of Your System

We might take pictures of the panels on your roof for our website or marketing materials. Your name, address, and personal details stay private.

Your house might be a solar model home. No big deal.

22. Waivers

If we don't enforce a rule one time, that doesn't mean we can't enforce it later. Standard contract language.

23. Legal Stuff

This agreement follows the laws of your state. If there's a dispute, it gets handled in your local courts. No jury trials, no class actions — just straightforward resolution.

Standard legal boilerplate. Every contract has it.

24. Notices

Important stuff has to be in writing — email, mail, or hand delivery. No "he said, she said."

25. The Whole Deal

This document is the whole deal. No side agreements unless both of us sign them. If a court says one part doesn't work, the rest still stands.

26. Your Right to Cancel — 7-Day Safety Net

You have 7 business days to change your mind. Zero cost. Zero hassle.

Sleep on it. Talk to your spouse. Google us. If you're not 100% in, cancel within a week and it's like it never happened. We'll refund any payments within 10 business days.

To cancel, just send a written notice to:

IGS Solar, LLC
6100 Emerald Parkway
Dublin, Ohio 43016
Email: SolarSupport@igs.com

Before You Sign

By signing, you're saying:

  • "I've read this agreement and I understand it's legally binding"
  • "I know utility rates change over time, so savings can vary month to month — but over 25 years, the math is strongly in my favor"

Don't sign if there are blank spaces. Everything should be filled in before you put pen to paper.

Bottom line: You're making an informed decision. No pressure, no rush. You have 7 days to back out. Let me make sure every blank is filled and every question is answered before you sign.

Your 25-Year Warranty

System Warranty: Professional install, free from defects in workmanship and materials for 25 years under normal use.

Roof Warranty: All roof penetrations are watertight for 5 years. If we put a hole in your roof, we seal it right.

Operation: The system will operate within manufacturer specs. If not, we repair or replace defective parts and restore operation.

Monitoring: Free monitoring for the full 25 years (unless you buy the system). We watch your production remotely. If something's off, we know before you do and we fix it.

Claims: Email SolarSupport@igs.com, call 888.974.0114, or mail overnight to 6100 Emerald Parkway, Dublin, OH 43016 — ATTN: IGS Residential Solar.

What's NOT covered: Damage you cause, unauthorized repairs, new tree growth shading the panels, or failures not caused by a system defect. Acts of God (hurricanes, earthquakes) — but remember, IGS still insures the system against those.

Bottom line: You're covered for 25 years. If the system breaks, underperforms, or leaks — we handle it. That's the whole point of leasing instead of buying.

Solar Panel Installation in Manchester, NJ | Solar by Omar | Ocean County Pinelands Guide
Ocean County, NJ — JCP&L + Pinelands Territory

Solar Panels in Manchester, NJ:
2026 Pinelands + HOA Guide

JCP&L rates rising June 1st. Manchester retirement communities are locking in $0-down solar — navigating Pinelands compliance and HOA approvals.

⚡ Get My Free Manchester Quote
Omar Jackson — Manchester NJ Solar Installer
Omar Jackson — Founder, Solar by Omar 240+ Manchester installations. I know Pinelands Preservation Area regulations, Cedar Glen + Leisure Village West HOA bylaws, JCP&L hosting capacity, and how to fast-track municipal approvals in retirement communities.

Is solar worth it in Manchester in 2026?

Yes — JCP&L serves Manchester at ~$0.21/kWh, rising June 1st. A 10 kW system eliminates 85–95% of bills on $0-down lease. NJ SuSI TREC pays $1,019+/year for 15 years. Key: Pinelands compliance. Manchester sits partly in Preservation Area — we handle all environmental paperwork. HOA approval takes 2–3 weeks with our pre-filed site plans.

Manchester Township is Ocean County’s hidden solar superstar — home to Cedar Glen, Leisure Village West, and Whiting’s sprawling retirement communities. The challenge: 40% of Manchester is in the Pinelands Preservation Area, requiring specialized environmental compliance. Most installers run. We thrive here.

$0.21→$0.24JCP&L June 2026 Hike
40%Pinelands Zone
2–3 wksHOA Approval
Solar panel installation Manchester NJ — Ocean County Pinelands-compliant system
Solar by Omar — Manchester high-offset system in Leisure Village West, Pinelands-compliant siting and materials.

The Pinelands Advantage: Environmental Compliance as Moat

Manchester straddles the Pinelands Preservation Area — New Jersey’s 1.1-million-acre protected forest ecosystem. Sounds intimidating; it’s actually your competitive edge. While 90% of solar installers avoid Pinelands-zone properties, Solar by Omar has mastered the Pinelands Commission review process. Our 240+ Manchester systems prove that environmental compliance is fast and feasible. Key facts: Pinelands permits require environmental impact assessments (minimal for rooftop solar), native material sourcing, and wildlife preservation review. We pre-file all documentation; Pinelands Commission approval takes 3–4 weeks, not months.

☀️ Manchester’s Production Profile

Ocean County averages 4.3 peak sun hours/day. A 10 kW system produces ~12,150 kWh/year. At JCP&L’s post-hike ~$0.23/kWh: $2,795/year in bill savings plus $1,019+/year SuSI income = $3,814+ total annual value. Over 10 years: $38,000+ in protected income for Manchester retirees.

HOA Navigation: Cedar Glen & Leisure Village West Fast-Track

Manchester’s retirement communities have strict HOA bylaws — but they’re predictable and pro-solar. Cedar Glen and Leisure Village West have pre-approved solar installation standards. Our process: Step 1: Submit architectural review with site plan, structural engineering, and Pinelands documentation. Step 2: HOA engineering committee reviews (10 days). Step 3: Board approval (5–7 days). Total: 2–3 weeks. No surprises. We’ve completed 240+ Manchester systems; approval is guaranteed.

SuSI Income & 1:1 Net Metering: Locked for 15 Years

NJ’s SuSI program locks $85.90 per MWh for 15 years. A 10 kW system ≈ $1,019/year = $15,285 guaranteed income. Net metering is equally critical: summer overproduction (May–September) banks retail credits at ~$0.23/kWh, offsetting winter bills (November–February). JCP&L’s March settlement pays you for net positive production—most Manchester systems show credits.

Factor JCP&L Grid Only Solar by Omar (Manchester)
Monthly Cost (June 2026+) $160–$180/month variable ~$80 fixed solar payment
SuSI 15-Year Income None $15,285 per 10kW system
Pinelands Compliance Not applicable Pre-filed + approved
HOA Approval Timeline Not applicable 2–3 weeks guaranteed

Manchester & Surrounding Communities

Manchester Twp
Leisure Village West
Cedar Glen
Whiting
Pine Lake Park
Ocean County

Manchester Township Solar FAQs

Yes, but it’s not as complex as it sounds. Rooftop solar is considered a “minor development” under Pinelands Commission rules. You need an environmental impact assessment (we include this in our quote) and a siting plan. Approval takes 3–4 weeks. Solar by Omar has completed 240+ Pinelands-zone systems — we know the process cold.
Both communities have pre-approved solar standards. We submit a site plan, structural engineering, and architectural review to the HOA. Engineering committee meets ~10 days later. Board approves 5–7 days after. Total: 2–3 weeks. No surprises. We’ve completed 100+ systems in Cedar Glen and Leisure Village West.
You need both approvals, but they overlap. We file Pinelands paperwork + HOA site plan simultaneously. Pinelands Commission (3–4 weeks) and HOA (2–3 weeks) typically finish around the same time. Total process: 4–5 weeks, not 8–10. We manage both tracks simultaneously.
A 10 kW system saves ~$2,800–$3,800/year post-June hikes. Over 10 years: $28,000–$38,000 in protected income. On a fixed pension, this eliminates rate-hike stress and adds financial stability. SuSI payments provide extra guaranteed income.
No — the municipal landfill project is separate infrastructure. It doesn’t affect your SuSI eligibility, net metering, or property tax exemption. If anything, it signals Manchester’s commitment to clean energy — which streamlines municipal permitting for residential solar.

Beat the June 1st JCP&L Rate Hike in Manchester

Omar checks your JCP&L grid status, Pinelands zone, HOA rules, and gives you honest ROI numbers — free, no pressure. Most Manchester approvals take 2–3 weeks with our pre-filed plans.

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