How Many Panels Do You Need to Charge An EV?

To truly benefit from driving an EV, you need to consider how you’ll power it. If you power your electric vehicle with solar, it literally runs on sunshine. But it’s helpful to know just how many panels it takes to keep your EV on the road. Home vs. Public Charging There are basically two [...]

By |2025-09-26T19:35:57+00:00February 26th, 2024|Residential, Solar News|Comments Off on How Many Panels Do You Need to Charge An EV?

5 Top Maintenance Problems with Solar

Our 21st-century lives are full of household and business devices and appliances that need cleaning and maintenance. Frankly, we’ve got our hands full, and no one is excited about adding another system that needs care and attention. The good news is that a solar array requires minimal maintenance, being a relatively hands-off investment. However, there [...]

By |2025-09-26T19:35:57+00:00April 12th, 2023|Residential, Solar News|Comments Off on 5 Top Maintenance Problems with Solar

Is Solar a Good Investment in 2023

With rising energy costs and interest rates on the upswing, many people wonder whether solar is a wise investment in 2023. In the past, experts had projected a return on investment (ROI) of 6-8% for residential solar, with a payback period ranging from 12-18 years, depending on the system's production. For commercial systems, the [...]

By |2025-09-26T19:35:57+00:00March 15th, 2023|Commercial, Residential, Solar News|Comments Off on Is Solar a Good Investment in 2023

What Affects the Cost of Solar Systems

There is no doubt that the residential solar market continues to grow rapidly. With the increased risks of blackouts due to severe weather and high demand, more homeowners are trying to take control of their own power production. But for many, the most pressing question is how much it costs to achieve energy self-sufficiency. [...]

By |2025-09-26T19:35:57+00:00February 20th, 2023|Residential, Solar News|Comments Off on What Affects the Cost of Solar Systems

What Is The State Of The Solar Industry Now?

Of course, like most businesses throughout the nation (and the world), Covid affected the solar industry. As we came out of the pandemic, the solar industry seemed to be coming back strong and very healthy. And it is still growing throughout the country. However, there are challenges facing solar companies that have increased costs [...]

By |2025-09-26T19:35:57+00:00February 2nd, 2023|Residential, Solar News|Comments Off on What Is The State Of The Solar Industry Now?

Getting The Most Value Out of Your Solar System

Generating power from the sun may be without cost, but the technology behind this process is not. The reality is that a solar system is a significant investment. Like purchasing a home, it has an upfront cost but pays off in the long term. A solar installation is a small construction project, with each [...]

By |2025-09-26T19:35:57+00:00January 2nd, 2023|Residential, Solar News|Comments Off on Getting The Most Value Out of Your Solar System

Choosing A Solar Installer: Do’s and Don’ts

The switch to solar energy (PV) is a big change — both financially and for the future. Many do so because they recognize the unique power of solar energy to save money in the long run, and they’ll reduce the impact on families on the environment. But how do you choose the company to [...]

By |2025-09-26T19:35:57+00:00October 20th, 2022|Residential, Solar News|Comments Off on Choosing A Solar Installer: Do’s and Don’ts

What Is the Inflation Reduction Act?

It’s passed! The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), which (among other things) promotes the use of sustainable energy in a number of ways, will benefit solar customers through increased tax credits. For residential installations and others that are less than 1 MW, the ITC will be increased to 30% for 10 years. And very importantly, [...]

By |2025-09-26T19:35:58+00:00September 1st, 2022|Feature, Residential, Solar News|Comments Off on What Is the Inflation Reduction Act?

Do I Need a New Roof for Solar?

If you are considering solar to save money on your energy bills and to use a sustainable energy source, you may have questions about your roof. Solar panels should be installed on a roof that is in good condition. It is important to assess your roof to determine if solar will be viable in [...]

By |2025-09-26T19:35:58+00:00May 13th, 2022|Residential, Solar News|Comments Off on Do I Need a New Roof for Solar?

Want to Check Out Solar — But Don’t Want Incessant Phone Calls?

If you’re interested in going solar, you are probably already aware of the benefits that solar energy can offer: cost savings, environmental benefits, and energy resiliency. You know that if you type in “How much does solar cost?” as a search on your phone or laptop, click unwittingly on an ad, and you will set [...]

By |2025-09-26T19:35:58+00:00April 29th, 2022|Residential, Solar News|Comments Off on Want to Check Out Solar — But Don’t Want Incessant Phone Calls?
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