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For Home Buyers
The Sprk Solar Inspection Report is the only way to truly identify the condition and health of a solar system. Solar inspections are conducted by trained home inspectors and reviewed and verified for accuracy by Sprk.
It identifies potential safety issues, verifies production performance, and ensures all system components are installed and functioning correctly.
Ideal for:
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Home buyers verifying the functionality of a solar system before purchase
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Listing agents demonstrating system health before listing for sale
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Homeowners confirming system health if solar is performing as expected or promised
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Homeowners and contractors verifying that solar was reinstalled correctly after roof work
The Solar Inspection Report
Major Sections of the Solar Inspection Report
Buyer Transfer Checklist
What It Shows
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Steps to complete the solar transfer during and after the escrow
Why It Matters
Guides buyers through a smooth and documented solar handover.
Safety and Quality
What It Shows
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NEC labeling compliance
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Panel and wire configuration
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Fire code setbacks and pest proofing
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Signs of damage and improper installation
Why It Matters
Ensures the system is safe and free from preventable hazards
Solar Energy Storage
What It Shows
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Battery storage presence, capacity and condition
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Net metering configuration
Why It Matters
Verifies the capability of the backup power and proper utility integration.
Solar System Production
What It Shows
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Monthly and annual production values
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Panel orientation
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Monitoring and breaker configuration checks
Why It Matters
Confirms the system is producing as expected.
Solar System Remaining Life
What It Shows
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Estimated Years Left for Panels and Inverters
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Life cycle chart with replacement intervals
Why It Matters
Helps buyers and owners budget for replacement.
Solar Systems Summary
What It Shows
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System size, overall score and letter grade
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Scores for remaining life, production, storage, and safety/quality
Why It Matters
Gives an at-a-glance overview of the system’s health for quick decision-making.
Why This Report Matters
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Protects buyers from unexpectedly inheriting under performing systems
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Gives sellers documentation to support market value and build trust
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Helps buyers hold lease companies accountable for maintaining system performance
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Guides buyers on where to turn for support in the event of system issues
For Home Sellers
The Solar Listing Report
The Sprk Solar Listing Report is a powerful tool for agents and home sellers marketing solar-equipped homes. It turns solar from a vague feature into a compelling, data-driven advantage that attracts buyers, supports premium pricing, and streamlines closings.
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Showcases strong buyer appeal — Highlights key metrics like monthly savings (e.g., $245/mo), solar offset scores, production history, and comparisons (e.g., “saves 98% vs. similar homes”) for MLS listings, flyers, and tours to emphasize lower bills and green living.
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Simplifies explanations — Provides clear details on ownership (owned vs. financed/leased), equipment specs, warranties, condition, and terms so you can confidently position solar as a premium upgrade.
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Justifies higher value — Pairs with Sprk’s Green Home Appraisal Report for verified performance data, helping capture thousands in added equity with appraisers and buyers.
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Builds trust & speeds deals — Offers one certified document that demonstrates due diligence, answers questions upfront, preempts objections, and reduces closing friction.
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Differentiates your listings — Adds professional credibility in a growing solar market, helping you stand out and secure stronger offers.
The Solar Appraisal Report
The Solar Appraisal Report is an essential tool for real estate agents and sellers listing solar-equipped homes. It provides appraisers and lenders with certified, data-backed solar insights to accurately reflect the system's value in the home's appraisal—helping you maximize sale price and equity.
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Ensures accurate, higher valuations — Supplies verified solar performance data, energy savings estimates, system details, and ownership info so appraisers can confidently add value for owned solar (often thousands more than non-solar comps), avoiding undervaluation common with vague or missing info.
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Supports premium pricing justification — Use it alongside the Solar Listing Report to demonstrate real, documented benefits like production history and savings—strengthening your listing arguments, comp analysis, and negotiations with buyers or lenders.
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Builds credibility with appraisers & lenders — As a Sprk Certified report, it bridges solar expertise gaps, reduces appraisal pushback, and speeds up financing approvals for solar homes.
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Streamlines the transaction — Includes checklists and insights for smooth appraisals/refinancing, preempting questions on system condition, financing, or transfer—helping you close faster with fewer hurdles.
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Differentiates your expertise — In a solar-growing market, offering this report positions you as a knowledgeable agent who protects client value and handles complex features professionally.