This amazing house in Ann Arbor, Michigan (shown to the left) is 110 years old and yet operates without the use of any grid-based electricity. Its owners decided to install solar panels for a net zero energy house. While net zero homes (residences that generate all the power required for their operation on site) are [...]
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Solar power is a clean, renewable source of energy and is becoming so affordable that it is reaching grid parity with coal and natural gas. But before you decide whether solar is for you, consider the things that affect how well solar panels work. Surprisingly, where you live has little to do with solar panel [...]
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If you are thinking about installing solar panels on your home or business, you should compare the different makes and models available. Much like buying a car, the investment in a solar power system is not one that is undertaken lightly. It is very helpful to hire a knowledgeable solar panel installer. But, to avoid [...]
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Looking to install solar panels on your home or business? Before you line up professional solar installers, you’ll want to check more than just cost and their schedules. One of the most important questions is to determine whether your solar contractor is licensed. In many jurisdictions, you can sell solar panels with little governmental oversight. [...]
You want to install solar panels on your home or business, but where do you start? In addition to the growth in the number of solar manufacturers, new businesses are springing up to help you go solar without the headaches. When considering renewable energy options like solar panels, factors including the number of kilowatts, price, [...]
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Have you been wondering about whether you should install solar panels on your home? Still undecided? Here are three reasons you should go solar today: 1. Solar Panels may be as cheap as they are going to get. Over the past 2 years, prices on solar panels and other solar products fell dramatically – by [...]
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So you are thinking about installing solar panels on your home. How much is that going to cost? How soon will you recoup your initial investment? Depending on where you live, the answers to these questions will vary. That’s why you need a cost calculator for solar panels. On of the leading providers of residential [...]
SunRun Home Solar is producing a series of solar webinar videos, discussing the benefits of going solar and sustainable solar communities. We visited their website the other day and found this helpful video that explains how Solar Communities are Sustainable. Watch this clip and discover how installing solar panels on your home will help your [...]
Should you switch to solar power? There are many factors that go into making that decision. Now, you can ask solar experts in person and find out if solar is right for you. If you live in California, why not take advantage of several free community solar events over the next few weeks? HelioPower, a [...]
Many people are scared off from installing solar panels due to the cost. However, there are several important things to keep in mind when budgeting the actual cost. First, there are a number of different ways that you can use to finance solar panels. Whether you enter into a solar power lease, or use a [...]
