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See how much it will cost to install solar panels for your home in California
Calculate Solar power in California Last fact-checked on January 23, 2020, by Catherine Lane California is one of the best places in the nation to install solar panels. A combination of high average sun exposure, expensive utility rates, solar tax credit, and the...
Solar Panels for Home: What to Know About Residential Solar Panels
By: Jack Marsh Reading Time: 9 minutesOver the past decade, home rooftop solar use has exploded around the country as home solar becomes a very popular investment. Homes and businesses across the country are transitioning away from a fossil-fueled electricity grid...
Is it Harder to Sell a House With Solar Panels? The Answer May Surprise You.
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Why Solar Might May Be Essential During Times of Crisis
Now, more than ever, is the time to protect your family with home solar and batteries. From California to New York, a growing number of states are fighting the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19) with far-reaching shelter in place orders.1 Since the safest place for...
A global energy crisis is coming. There’s no quick f
By Julia Horowitz, CNN Business Updated 1143 GMT (1943 HKT) October 7, 2021 London (CNN Business)Astronomical increases in natural gas prices. Skyrocketing coal costs. Predictions of $100 oil. A global energy crunch caused by weather and a resurgence in demand is...
Jimmy Carter built an epic solar farm in his hometown that provides over 50% of the entire city’s energy needs
April 20, 2021 by FarahR There is a solar farm in Plains, Georgia, that powers more than half of the entire city, and it was all made possible by one remarkable man. In 2017, former U.S. President Jimmy Carter, 96, decided to turn his 10-acre soybean and peanut farm...
Extreme weather events are pushing consumers to solar and residential storage
PUBLISHED WED, AUG 25 20213:46 PM EDTUPDATED WED, AUG 25 20217:39 PM EDT Pippa Stevens@PIPPASTEVENS13 KEY POINTS Grid outages are fueling consumer interest in solar panels and on-site battery storage. Solar website SolarReviews.com has seen requests for quotes in...
Accordion Doors and Windows: Opening Façades To The Outside
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New California Commercial Solar Mandates
New Commercial Solar Mandates in California
Electricity Rates Are Rising for SDG&E Customers
Starting in 2015, SDG&E began consolidating its rate tiers in accordance with the approved structure from the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC). According to SDG&E, “The consolidation is necessary to make rates more fair and equitable among all...
The Roof Inspection: Get One Before Installing Solar Panels
It’s possible that you’ve never considered a roof inspection. In fact, you may not give your roof much thought at all unless it starts to leak or the tiles or shingles are cracked or damaged. However, if you’re thinking about installing solar panels, you must pay...
Do Solar Panels Add Value to Your Home? You Asked, We Answered
Do solar panels add value to your home? Let’s be honest: It’s not the first question people ask when they think about making the switch to solar. Instead, most people decide to add solar panels to their home because they’re tired of paying hundreds of dollars to the...
NEM 2.0: It’s Here!
Over the past six months, we’ve talked a lot about net energy metering (NEM), and how the new NEM 2.0 regulations would affect solar panel customers. What Is NEM, Exactly? Here’s a brief refresher: NEM is the term for the billing arrangement where customers with solar...
Do I Qualify for Solar Panels? You Asked, We Answered
Most of our customers decide to install solar panels so they can save money on their power bill. But they almost always ask one question first: “Do I qualify for solar panels?” Virtually any homeowner can have solar panels installed—as long as the homeowner hires a...
Selling a House with Leased Solar Panels: How It Works
We’ve seen it time and again—some people opt to lease their solar panels because they think the upfront costs will be lower. But when it comes to selling a house with leased solar panels, any initial savings pale in comparison to potential difficulties that can arise...
The Energy-Efficient Roof: A Smart Investment
If your roof is doing its job properly, then you probably never give it much thought. But as we explained in our last post, you absolutely need a roof inspection prior to installing solar panels. That way, if your roof is showing signs of wear, you can make repairs...
Vinyl Window Installation: Where to Start
If your home has drafty, single-pane aluminum windows, you're probably spending too much on your home energy bill. Single-pane aluminum windows are notoriously inefficient. They make it tough to keep your home cool in the summer and warm in the winter. Even the...
A Home Energy Efficiency Checklist For People Who Want to Save
A Home Energy Efficiency Checklist For People Who Want to Save Installing solar panels is a great way for homeowner to save big on their utility bills. But some homeowners hesitate over the cost. (Of course, you could always seek financing—getting a loan may be easier...
Why a Whole-Home Energy Solution Is Even Better Than Solar
Why a Whole-Home Energy Solution Is Even Better Than Solar Solar panels come with lots of great benefits. With solar, you can save money on your energy bills. If you purchase your solar panels instead of leasing them, you’ll realize an outstanding return on your...
Options for Solar Financing in San Diego
When you purchase a solar panel system, you’ll save money on your power bill for years to come. You may even be able to get your bill down to zero. And as an added bonus, you’ll be tapping in to clean, renewable energy. But some homeowners haven’t made the switch to...
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