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Our website has been designed with many options and features to interact with us. You can decide how much or how little you do here. The main features of our website are illustrated below. Click the BLUE links to find out more about each item:
Live Chat anytime on every page of our website:
We have a live chat button on every page of our website. We are able to chat privately to any visitor using this secure chat button. To start a chat just click the chat button on any page. You will be invited to enter your email which will register you for on-going use of the website chat. You only need to enter your email one time. After that, you will be registered and you can return to our site to chat at any time.
The website chat is hosted with a 3rd party company on their server. Any & all personal information is private and protected at the highest level. If we collect documents or forms from you during our chats that information is held confidentially for use in providing you services via our website consultation only. We NEVER sell or provide your personal information to any other entity without your knowledge, We may refer you 3rd parties at your request.
If we are not live on the chat platform at the time you register, send us message with your question(s) and we strive to return all messages within 24 hours.
SCHEDULE Online remote solar consultations for your home or busINESs:
After you look around a bit, you may have some questions specific to your home or business. We primarily deal with residential solar here on this website, but we also have a separate website being built for those interested in researching and discussing commercial solar for a business. The rules are different for businesses who own their building, so we are creating a separate website for business owners. If you own your own business Learn more here.
The incentives for businesses are significant. Go see if your business can save money by installing solar. Businesses that use a lot of power are benefiting right away by installing solar. For example, a business that has shop with metal fabricating, lighting, & power tools being used on a daily basis will have a high electric bill. Qualified businesses can get a large portion of the system cost paid for by federal tax incentives.
Schedule your online solar assessment HERE.
Minnis Solar News Radio is the place of our one-of–kind podcast. You will find our live & recorded podcasts there.
Live radio call-In-shows are in the planning phase, so that our podcast will be able to have our community members join in.
The future is bright and exciting for meaningful interaction with neutral solar experts. Get what you need here.
Listen to our live and recorded shows, then ask your questions in our our live forums or in a private meeting. Either way, you’re in control here.
Minnis Solar News Radio is Utah’s first and only dedicated podcast to all things solar power.
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Our website training page has open access to solar topics so you can get started with learning more about solar right away. You can learn more and prepare for a remote online consultation by following the MSC 6-Step Solar Assessment training to evaluate your house on your own. If you have any trouble, we can help. Just contact us.
For the more advanced members of the public MINNIS SOLAR NEWS “University” is COMING SOON to our website training area. This section will provide more detailed and technically advanced information about how solar works, battery technology, and a variety of other topics.
In the mean time, get started with our easy access training by entering the training page via our home page menu buttons. Educate yourself on a variety of solar topics.
Our webinars, reports, articles and highlights of new research will all be available soon at Minnis Solar News “University”. Listen to recorded audio files about solar topics that are of interest to you while you are on the go in your car or doing other activities. It will be all accessible through MInnis Solar News “University”. Start expanding your knowledge about solar.
If you have a few questions about whether solar will even work your your personal situation, just schedule a quick 30 minute phone call to ask your questions from one of our friendly experts. We will be happy to speak with you.
Maybe you think you have a complicated situation. We are happy to will go to work for you and investigate your situation.
Are you skeptical and shy but still have questions? Send us an email & get to know us better first. We will do our best to address your initial questions via email. Many of our clients have just started with a question via email and been able to find out they are not interested in solar. But, some of the members of the public found out, solar was not viable option for their personal situation. Email is a great place to start.
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MINNIS SOLAR NEWSLETTER
For those who like a newsletter to stay informed we have our company newsletter. Subscribing to the Minnis Solar Newsletter is a great option to receive news directly into your email box. This keeps you informed with the industry and things we are doing with our company. Our experience is that sometimes people are interested in solar, but their personal life situation makes installing a solar system difficult at the present time. For example: you love the idea of solar, but you are a renter and don’t own your home yet. Maybe next year you will own your home and be ready for a consultation. As a renter, you are still welcome here, and can subscribe to our newsletter until you buy your home.
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Schedule a meeting with us on our Facebook page for a live discussion. Or, send us an instant message there. Feel free to contact us or comment on any of our social media platforms. We strive to respond within 24 hours to any questions or comments.
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About Our Owner
Visionary Entrepreneur
Duane Minnis, owner and founder of Minnis Solar Consultants, LLC has arrived on the solar scene with a unique background bringing a range of skills and passions unmatched in the local, state, & regional solar markets. He brings a wide range of hard and soft skills that are apparent in his work products
Passion for Helping Others
Mr. Minnis began his career in the helping professions (social work & counseling). He achieved a BA in Social Work from the University of Iowa in 1991 and worked in the social work profession for about 12 years having achieved his Bachelor of Arts Degree
Passion for Photography
In 2009, After rediscovering some childhood creative passions, Duane began pursuing the art of photography. While he loved taking photos, he had/as no formal training in this area. However, he has been very passionate about photography and has a large portfolio of personal work that is not typically displayed publicly these days. That may be changing in the near future as Duane has had websites in the past with subject matter focused on his photography. He has periodically done portrait photography for family members both in the US and Internationally with about 7 international trips to the Philippines. Minnis Solar consultants, LLC is developing a photography-based website where his passion for photography can be utilized in his Solar Consulting business at the current time. In time, You may find his work under the Brand of C. E. & C Photography. The new website in development will be found at: Https://www.MinnisSolarNews.net
Marketing and Business
Around 2013 Duane Minnis embarked on a new Journey as he began working in marketing and lead generation for the largest tree preservation company in the Pacific Northwest called Evergreen Tree Care, Inc. ( A good company by many standards) Mr. Minnis learned the skills of door to door lead generation working full time commission only work for 4 years continuous. Duane went on to become a licensed Insurance producer in health, property & casualty, & Life. Following his work in the insurance industry Mr. Minnis relocated from Seattle, Washington to the State of Utah. In 2016 Mr. Minnis brought his marketing and lead generation skills into the solar industry working for a number of Utah solar companies. He generated leads via professional networking, door to door appointment setting, & other methods. Duane was recognized as a leader and highly motivated while employed with Utah solar companies. In a short time, Mr. Minnis developed into managing and training teams.
Starting Minnis Solar Consultants, LLC
While working for a number of solar companies, Mr. Minnis noticed that there were strengths and weaknesses in operations. Unable to implement changes within the organizations he was working for, Duane formed his own company to create his own vision and direction. On October 29, 2018, Minnis Solar Consultants, LLC was formed in the State of Utah. Since that time, Duane has been working hard to build a Brand that is unique and offers the community high quality consultative services. Rather than attempt to generate business, sell solar systems, and monitor the long sales cycle of 45-90 days for installation of solar panel systems, Duane began to focus exclusively on consultation services which is an area of strength going back over 30 years to his days in the social work profession. Duane loves helping people and has now married his people and counseling background with business and marketing.
Our Formula For Success
Unique Services & Approach
Minnis Solar Consultants, LLC is a local company serving Utah, Idaho, and Oregon. We believe we provide a unique menu of services for the Solar Industry and a one-of-a-kind approach. We strive to maintain a small staff so that there is no frustrating bureaucracy to tread through when it comes to customer service. Additionally, Minnis Solar News strives to personal and individual interaction with the public. We also provide the opportunity for the public to interact, learn, and grow with each other on the topics surrounding solar power. We take a journalistic approach to gathering information and encourage meaningful interaction from our subscribers and followers.
Personalized Services Without Sales Pressure
Every home and business has unique needs and situations. We do not use a cookie-cutter approach to our assessments. Unlike many solar companies, we do not mix consultative services with trying to close a sale because
we don’t sell or install solar. This allows us to reman neutral. There are other neutral sites online helping consumers connect with solar companies, but they are not as interactive and personal as we are here. We
are able consult with you about your very unique and specific needs while partnering with outside resources to assist with complicated situations or sales/installation. We are advocates more so, than other website resources
found online today.
We are able come to your home, or provide an online consultation where our community members do not need to worry about sales pressure. We are willing to take the time to assess your unique situation, so contact us today for our free consultation services without the worry of dealing with unwanted salespersons.
Professional & Courteous Staff
Although it should go without mention, the staff at Minnis Solar Consultants, LLC work hard to deliver professional and courteous service. While we may not be perfect, its a top priority to make your experience a great
one! Keep in mind, it is not an easy task to keep order and decorum in an online setting. Please come in good will and with good intentions. We hate to intervene due to bad actors who make our community difficult
for the whole. However, we will intervene where needed.
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Responsive Staff respond to your email requests for additional information. Not everyone is ready for a consultation. You may just have some initial questions. So, if you’re not ready to schedule an appointment, but you do have one or more questions, feel free to send us an email and we will answer you as soon as possible. If you ask a question we don’t have an answer to right away, we will do some research and get back to you as soon as we can.
Flexible Scheduling
Minnis Solar Consultants staff strive to fit your schedule. Visit our Master Calendar page to schedule an appointment of your choice. You can navigate to the calendar page from our home page menu options or click below
and go directly to our scheduling page.
Minnis Solar News letter
Like many bloggers and businesses online, Minnis Solar News offers a subscription to our newsletter. We only need a good email that can be validated and that you check regularly in order to stay in touch with you about our websites and services. By subscribing to Minnis Solar News Letter, you are requesting we send you infomative emails periodically. There is no set schedule for our newsletter. New Editions are driven by new important topics we discover each month. Some of our newsletter updates are based on things our web community is asking for.
Testimonials from Subscribers, Members Of The Public, & Professionals
Don’t take our word for it – here’s what the people who have worked with us say:
“I’ve known the owner Duane Minnis for about 4 years now. I have worked with him at two other solar companies in the past. We have continued our work together into 2020. Duane is a quality person trying to make a difference in the solar industry. Its been great having a professional relationship with him as our two companies work together to serve the public. I highly recommend Duane for his consultation services and his reliable and honest approach.
Drew Michener
Greenbox Solar
Do you sometimes have the feeling that you’re running into the same obstacles over and over again? Many of my conflicts have the same feel to them, like “Hey, I think I’ve been here before”
John Doe
Learned what I needed to know from the live chat members area
Do you sometimes have the feeling that you’re running into the same obstacles over and over again? Many of my conflicts have the same feel to them, like “Hey, I think I’ve been here before”
John Doe
Used a FREE solar calculator to see how big a system I needed
Minnis Solar News Blog
The Minnis Solar News public blog section has been added to provide general information and news related to the solar industry. Since our business hub is located in Syracuse, Utah, we are focused particularly on any news of changes in our State although we also address news affecting the solar industry on the national level as well. Our goal is to keep you informed of any issues which may affect those who are looking into solar. Browse our blog articles and read our postings about our podcast schedule. In time, we will be launching our live call-in shows. Complete a registration form to join any of our membership sections such as live chats, Minnis Solar News “University”. Find the areas where you want to interact live with the owner of our company and/or other professional staff. In our subscription member areas we provide: live chats, live radio shows/podcasts, archived podcasts, recorded webinars, and public mini-training pages to help you prepare for our consultation services. We will be adding new features and content as time goes on.
Our Team
Get To Know Some Of Our Main Players
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Duane A. Minnis
Owner/Founder
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In-Home Consultation Manager
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