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Once permits are done, how long does DOE say the physical PV installation generally takes?

Generally only a few days.

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  1. Several months
  2. About a year
  3. Only a few days ✔

Why: The long waits come from design, permits and utility approval. The crew work itself on a typical home is short.

Huh, didn't know that: DOE says permits and inspections can take weeks to months.

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Answer: Only a few days. The long waits come from design, permits and utility approval. The crew work itself on a typical home is short.

  1. DOE: Step-by-Step Guide for Consumers Going Solar www.energy.gov/eere/solar/articles/walk-me-through-it-step-step-guide-consumers-going-solar
    The PV system installation generally takes only a few days
    Checked 2026-10-10.
  2. DOE: Walk Me Through It www.energy.gov/eere/solar/articles/walk-me-through-it-step-step-guide-consumers-going-solar
    The National Renewable Energy Laboratory's SolarTRACE tool can give you an idea of how long it may take
    Checked 2026-10-10.

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