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Who is Belmont Solar?

Belmont Solar began in 2002 when founder Ben Zook combined solar panels with batteries to create an off-grid power supply. An experienced electrician who is certified by the North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners (NABCEP), Ben and Belmont Solar have since grown to provide clean power to families across the Mid-Atlantic area. Belmont Solar’s expansion includes the acquisition of Tough Trac, a leading designer and manufacturer of solar panel mounting systems, and partnerships with Solar for America, Sol-Ark, and Tesla.

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Meet The Expert — Ben Zook, Solar Panel System Designer and Owner at Belmont Solar

Ben Zook is the founder, owner, and NABCEP Certified Master Electrician at Belmont Solar. A lifetime fan of electricity, Ben began working for an electrical contractor at 17. While spending his spare time building electrical circuits at home, he became fascinated with the potential of combining solar panels with batteries to create a completely off-the-grid power supply. This passion, combined with a degree in Electrical and Electronic Engineering from the Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology, allowed him to start Belmont Solar in 2002.

Ben specializes in solar installation, including grid-tied, off-grid, and solar battery backup systems. With a solid commitment to good work and good customer relationships, reflected in the Belmont Solar motto “From Workmanship to Friendship,” Ben provides expert insights on solar technology, energy independence, battery storage, and the future of renewable energy.

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“One of our goals is to make solar power a ‘Win’ for everyone.”
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Solar Now: Belmont Solar Named to 2025 Top Solar Contractor Lists – MyChesCo

Belmont Solar Named to 2025 Top Solar Contractor Lists

Belmont Solar Featured: 2025 Top Solar Contractors

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Belmont Solar Featured: 2025 Top Pennsylvania Solar Contractors

View of residential solar panel install to celebrate Belmont Solar's inclusion on Top Residential Solar Contractors 2025 list

Belmont Solar Featured: 2025 Top Residential Solar Contractors

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Belmont Solar’s Website Redesign Illuminates the Future of Renewable Energy Access

Everything you need to know about the One Big Beautiful Bill Act and solar tax credits for solar projects like these solar panels on this brown residential roof

Solar Expert Responds: solar will survive H.R.1. (The One Big Beautiful Bill Act)

Belmont Solar Received prestigious Lodestar Award

18 Lancaster County Farms And Businesses Receive PA Solar Center Solar Energy Leadership Awards

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Growing Through Experience: How Hands-On Learning Fuels Success in Solar

There are some things you can only learn on a roof, elbow-deep in a circuit board, or buried in row 1000+ of an Excel spreadsheet. In the solar industry, as…

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Tracking Photovoltaic Mounting System 2025-2033 Overview: Trends, Dynamics, and Growth Opportunities

The global Tracking Photovoltaic Mounting System market is poised for robust growth, projected to reach…

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Energy expert quickly debunks myth about ‘exploding’ solar panels: ‘Don’t let misconceptions hold you back’

There’s apparently a myth going around that solar panels can explode after a certain period of time, but an energy…

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Solar Roof Shingles Buying Guide

According to a Forbes Home survey of 1,000 homeowners who installed solar panels within the past five years…

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Celebrate Solar & Sustainability in Your Community During the National Solar Tour Showcase Weekend – October 3-5

The American Solar Energy Society (ASES) invites you to explore renewable energy in action during the National…

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We’re saving money all the time and helping the climate!

On Sun Day, the first annual global day of action to celebrate the power of the sun and call for more solar energy…

Belmont Solar, Best Solar Company in Pennsylvania

Forbes: Best Solar Companies In Pennsylvania Of 2025

Among American homeowners who had solar panels installed within the past five years, an average of 84% said…

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Are Solar Panels Worth It?

Solar panels are an upfront investment that can save homeowners a significant amount of money in energy costs…

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Leased Solar Panels Can Complicate a Home Sale—Here’s How To Navigate It

If you come across a home you love but discover it has leased solar panels, it’s up to you to decide whether it’s worth…

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This Old House: Solar Incentives by State

Solar panels can help reduce your carbon footprint and save you money on energy bills, but the cost to…

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The Amish solar panel tycoon who drives a Tesla Cybertruck

Ben Zook is what many consider a contradiction: an Amish electrician. He grew up off-grid in an Amish family…

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Tesla Cybertruck becomes vehicle of choice for Amish solar provider

A Tesla Cybertruck has become the electric vehicle of choice for an Amish electrician who has made it his…

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What is Passive Solar Design?

If you’re building or renovating, passive solar design can make your house easier to keep comfortable. Our panel of…

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Hazy Days For Solar

Ben Zook walked into his Belmont Solar showroom on a sun-splashed Friday and hefted one of the solar panels…

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