Frequently Asked Questions

Most rooftops in Lucknow and UP are suitable for solar installation. We need a shadow-free area of approximately 100 sq ft per kW of solar panels. Our team conducts a free site survey to evaluate your rooftop's orientation, structural strength, shading, and available space before recommending a system. Both RCC and tin/sheet roofs are compatible.

Modern solar panels come with a 25-year performance warranty, but they can generate electricity for 30–35 years or more. The efficiency decreases marginally over time — typically maintaining over 80% efficiency even after 25 years. Inverters usually last 10–15 years and may need replacement once during the system's lifetime.

Yes! Solar panels continue to generate electricity on cloudy days, though at reduced efficiency (typically 25–50% of peak output). Lucknow receives approximately 300 sunny days per year, making it an excellent location for solar energy. Even during the monsoon season, your system will generate meaningful power, and with net metering, you can draw from your accumulated grid credits.

Our solar panels are designed to withstand extreme weather conditions including heavy rain, hail (up to 25mm diameter at 80 km/h), and high winds (up to 180 km/h). All our installations use certified mounting systems and follow BIS standards. The panels are also tested to withstand temperatures ranging from -40°C to +85°C.

On-grid (grid-tied) solar systems are connected to the utility grid and allow net metering — excess power is exported and credited. They are the most cost-effective option for areas with reliable grid supply. Off-grid systems include battery storage and work independently of the grid — ideal for areas with frequent power cuts. We recommend on-grid systems for most Lucknow residents as they offer the best ROI.

We exclusively use Tier 1 solar panels from brands like Adani, Vikram Solar, Tata Power Solar, Waaree, and Jinko Solar. For inverters, we partner with Growatt, Havells, ABB, Fronius, and Enphase. All products are BIS-certified and listed on the ALMM (Approved List of Models and Manufacturers) by the MNRE, ensuring the highest quality and eligibility for government subsidies.

As a rule of thumb, you need approximately 100 square feet of shadow-free roof area per kW of solar panels. So a 3kW system needs about 300 sq ft, a 5kW system needs about 500 sq ft, and a 10kW system needs about 1,000 sq ft. Our team will assess the optimal placement during the free site survey to maximize energy generation.

Yes! All our installations include a free monitoring app that lets you track real-time power generation, daily and monthly energy production, historical performance data, savings in rupees, and CO₂ offset. You can access this from your smartphone anywhere in the world. Our team also monitors system performance and will proactively alert you if any issues are detected.

The cost of a residential solar system in Lucknow ranges from ₹45,000 to ₹65,000 per kW depending on the panel brand and inverter type. A typical 3kW system costs around ₹1,80,000 before subsidy. After the PM Surya Ghar subsidy of ₹78,000, your net cost comes down to approximately ₹1,02,000. We also offer easy EMI options starting from ₹2,500/month.

The PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana is a central government scheme providing subsidies for residential rooftop solar systems. For systems up to 2kW, you get ₹30,000 per kW. For 2kW to 3kW, you get ₹30,000 for the first 2kW and ₹18,000 per kW for the remaining. The maximum subsidy is ₹78,000 for 3kW and above. ARN Elite handles the entire subsidy application process for you at no extra charge.

For residential systems in Lucknow, the typical payback period is 3–5 years after subsidy. For commercial systems, it's 4–6 years. After the payback period, you enjoy free electricity for the remaining 20+ years of the system's life. The total savings over 25 years can be ₹8–15 lakhs for a typical residential installation.

Yes! We offer flexible EMI options through our partner banks and NBFCs. You can finance your solar system with tenures of 12, 24, 36, or 48 months. Interest rates start from 8.5% per annum. For a 5kW system (net cost ~₹2,22,000 after subsidy), your EMI could be as low as ₹5,500/month for 48 months — often less than your current electricity bill!

Absolutely not. Our quoted price is all-inclusive, covering solar panels, inverter, mounting structure, wiring, installation labor, net metering setup, UPPCL documentation, and subsidy application. We believe in complete transparency — the price you see is the price you pay. The only ongoing cost is optional maintenance after the first year of free AMC.