Can a Solar Monitor Help me Save Money? A solar monitor is an addition to a PV system that most homeowners choose to add onto their installation, however it is not necessary. Monitoring your photovoltaic power output can help you get the most from your PV system. Every kilowatt of electricity your photovoltaic array produces […]
Intermountain Wind & Solar Blog – Leading Solar Contractor According to the 2018 Top Solar Contractors List presented by Solar Power World, the industry’s leading source for technology, development and installation news, Intermountain Wind & Solar was recognized as one of the leading solar contractors. Intermountain was ranked 153 out of 450 solar companies and […]
How Much Attention Does My Rooftop Solar Array Need? Like any investment, it is important to know what ongoing expenses to expect before the initial investment — a rooftop solar array is no different. Luckily, routine maintenance by a professional is not necessary and you will only need to call a professional if there is […]
If you are seeking to make the switch to PV energy it is important to pick a qualified solar energy contractor who is licensed to work in your state. There are a plethora of PV installers across the Intermountain West, however, solar industry experts recommend choosing a professional solar installer that has a NABCEP certification. […]
There are many financial benefits to switching your home to PV power. One great incentive that you are currently missing out on is a state/federal tax credit! State Tax In Utah, the solar investment tax credit (ITC) is calculated as 25 percent of the eligible system with a $2,000 maximum. In other words, you will […]
A rooftop commercial solar energy system is a wise investment for almost any business. Generating your own energy not only saves money but also protects your company against future electricity rate hikes. And those are far from the only benefits of switching to photovoltaic power. Unfortunately, not every building is well-suited for a rooftop solar panel system. How can you determine whether your building can work for […]
Your solar energy system needs an inverter to take the direct current (DC) harnessed from the sun and convert it to alternating current (AC) power, which is the standard in U.S. homes. String inverters are the less expensive, but photovoltaic experts often recommend micro-inverters, due to their many other benefits and advantages. No. 1: Faster Solar Energy System Installation […]
Solar net metering policies vary across the country. In some states, solar homeowners are credited the full retail rate for excess electricity sent to the utility grid, but in others, the energy is credited at a lower rate — or not at all. Currently, 38 states have mandatory solar net energy metering (NEM) rules. How does your Intermountain West state […]
Residential solar energy systems are designed on a case-by-case basis. Homeowners have different electricity needs, and because every rooftop or ground installation site is unique, photovoltaic solar energy system configurations are individually planned. That said, most residential photovoltaic power installations share the same types of components. These are the primary components needed for a home PV […]
Installing a solar power system can slash your electric bills because you’ll be generating your own home energy and won’t need as much electricity from the utility grid. However, even if you live in a state with net metering, your utility bill may not disappear entirely. That’s where load shifting comes in. Load shifting, or […]
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