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Solar Work Commencement Pre-Start Checklist

by Cam Fitch, from the Community

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Streamline solar installation kickoffs with this work commencement pre-start checklist. Confirm a site risk assessment, check for pre-install damage, verify layout against the design, note inverter location, capture customer questions, and gain customer and installer acknowledgment with signatures. Ideal for residential or commercial jobs to align expectations and ensure safe, compliant starts.

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