Are you planning a rooftop solar installation? Your professional photovoltaic contractor will take care of almost everything for you —going solar really couldn’t be much easier. However, by taking a few simple steps, you can streamline the process and start cashing in on the sun’s free energy even faster. Make Sure Your Roof Is Ready for Solar […]
What type of coverage does a solar panel warranty provide? Most photovoltaic panels perform without a hitch for decades. However, every now and then, a module may have a problem. Issues aren’t common, and a single damaged panel won’t stop your system’s electricity production. But just in case something happens, it’s helpful to know what’s covered under your warranty. Solar […]
How long will it take your solar energy system to reach the break-even point? Some people think that the payback period for photovoltaic panels is well over a decade, but it’s not. Though the return on a solar power investment can vary, most installations start earning a profit in just a few years. But you don’t have […]
The Utah solar tax credit is unfortunately coming to an end soon. Just like the federal solar investment tax credit (ITC), this state-level financial incentive for installing a home photovoltaic system is being phased out over the next few years. So that means you have to act quickly if you still hope to take advantage of it. 2017 Is the Last Year […]
Going solar is a big decision, one that requires careful thought. If you’re considering a photovoltaic panel installation, you probably have a lot of questions. But remember: Not everything you read online is true. To make the most informed decision, it’s important that you have facts and verified information from a source you can trust. To that end, […]
The federal solar tax credit is by far the most lucrative financial incentive for making the switch to photovoltaic power. The savings are substantial — homeowners and businesses can reduce their income tax liability by 30 percent of their PV system and installation costs. However, the solar investment tax credit (ITC) isn’t going to be around forever. That’s why it […]
Should you install solar panels if you’re thinking about moving in a few years? And if you decide to move, are you supposed to leave your solar array behind, or can you remove the photovoltaic panels and reinstall them at your new home? Yes, you can relocate solar panels; but you may not want to. Removing […]
Although a solar PV system can be installed on any type of roof, tile roofing materials make the process slightly more complicated. Before undertaking a solar installation, you may need to give your roof a little attention to ensure you won’t have problems down the road. Consider Your Roof Underlayment Roof tiles can last for 50 to 75 years. […]
Net metering is a powerful motivation for many solar adopters. The prospect of offsetting your energy costs by selling extra solar power back to the grid, especially when you consider today’s ever-rising electricity bills, can be reason enough to consider installing a home PV system. Unfortunately, net energy metering (NEM) is not offered everywhere. Policies governing the practice have been under attack across […]
Are you comparing solar panel options? Efficiency — the panels’ ability to convert sunlight into energy — is a feature you should consider. Before putting photovoltaic panels on the consumer marketplace, manufacturers test them and assign power ratings that indicate panel energy output (in watts). As you look at solar panel efficiency specifications, you’ll see both STC and PTC ratings. But what are these measurements, and what do they really mean […]
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