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Serving Columbia, SC Solar Installers

Solar Estimating Softwarefor Columbia Contractors

AI-powered solar estimating for Columbia contractors. Upload blueprints, get accurate material takeoffs in 12 minutes. Built for Southeast climate conditions.

Southeast Climate Zone

Solar in Columbia: What You Need to Know

Hot, humid summers with mild winters and hurricane risk. Temperature range: 35°F - 95°F. Annual rainfall: 50-65 inches.

Local Weather Challenges

  • Hurricane and tropical storm damage
  • High humidity causes mold and rot
  • Termites and wood-boring insects year-round
  • Heavy rainfall and flash flooding

Building Requirements

  • Hurricane straps required on all roof connections
  • Impact-resistant windows in coastal areas
  • Elevated foundations in flood zones
  • Moisture barriers critical for mold prevention

Best Time for Solar Work in Columbia

✓ Best Months

March, April, May, October, November

Optimal weather conditions for solar projects

✗ Challenging Months

July, August, September

Weather may delay outdoor work or require special precautions

Solar Tips for Columbia Contractors

Expert advice for solar work in Southeast climates

Cooling costs dominate energy bills

Solar highly effective year-round

Radiant barriers reduce attic heat by 20%+

Columbia Solar Market

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Government Projects

Solar takeoffs for government projects in the Midlands area.

Education Projects

Solar takeoffs for education projects in the Midlands area.

Military Projects

Solar takeoffs for military projects in the Midlands area.

12 minutes
Average time to complete a solar takeoff with AI

Popular Materials in Columbia

Materials commonly used in Southeast climate construction

Metal roofing
Fiber cement siding
Concrete block
Stucco

Energy Considerations for Columbia

  • Cooling costs dominate energy bills
  • Solar highly effective year-round
  • Radiant barriers reduce attic heat by 20%+

AI-Powered Solar Estimating

Features designed for Columbia solar installers

Roof Analyzer

AI analyzes roof area and orientation

Panel Layout

Optimal panel placement with setbacks

System Sizing

kW sizing based on consumption goals

Electrical Calculator

Wire, conduit, and disconnect sizing

Solar Materials We Track

Complete material takeoffs for Columbia solar projects

Solar Panels
Inverters
Racking
Wire
Conduit
Disconnects
Monitoring
Flashing
Junction Boxes
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Upload your blueprints, get accurate solar material lists in 12 minutes. Optimized for Southeast climate construction.

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