When power hiccups or project plans collide with real-world constraints, solid guidance keeps everything on track. Good work starts long before a panel opens, with clear goals and limits. We’ll focus on practical steps that cut risk, hold quality, and keep your timeline honest. Tiny decisions today can prevent expensive fixes tomorrow. In this guide, we map out scoping, materials, workflows, testing, and long-term care, so you can act with confidence. One part explains supply lead times