Increasing the efficiency of your solar home can reduce or even eliminate your monthly electric bills. Fortunately, saving energy doesn’t have to take lots of planning or a large financial investment. In fact, we have assembled six simple — and free — steps you can take right now to reduce your solar home energy use. […]
Crystalline photovoltaic panels are used in most residential and commercial solar installations. There are two main types — monocrystalline and polycrystalline. What’s the difference? And which is the better choice for your solar array? Pros and Cons of Monocrystalline Photovoltaic Panels Monocrystalline solar modules, made from a single, high-grade, crystal structure, are prized for their […]
How much will a rooftop solar energy system cost to install at your home or business? We have no one-size-fits-all answer to this question. The price of making the switch to photovoltaic power can vary significantly, as every system installation is different. Professional PV contractors provide free estimates, and an individual consultation is the best […]
To maximize your solar energy output, clear the path between your panel array and the sun. The more free power your photovoltaic system creates, the more you save on monthly utility bills. And when you have optimal solar output, you will reach the payback point on your PV system faster. Removing obstacles that shade your […]
What is a hybrid solar energy system, and might it be the right option for you? Most homeowners who choose solar elect to install grid-tied photovoltaic arrays. A second option, although less common, involves going off-grid with a battery bank. Although you may not know it, you have a third option to consider, and it […]
Some financial experts say the solar ROI (return on investment) is often better than the stock market. Photovoltaic power undoubtedly comes with impressive returns. And in fact, many homeowners reach the payback point on their photovoltaic systems in well under a decade. A home PV system is already a lucrative investment, one that offers increasingly […]
Home solar energy installation has never been more affordable, as equipment costs have fallen dramatically over the last several years. But if you’re diligent about leveraging all the financial opportunities available to you, you can ensure that your photovoltaic system is even more affordable. No. 1: Claim the Federal Solar Tax Credit The federal solar […]
For most homeowners, rooftop solar panels provide an efficient and cost-effective way to generate photovoltaic power. However, a rooftop PV panel installation isn’t always practical or even possible. Some roofs get too much shade, while others aren’t structurally suited for mounting a photovoltaic system. And in some cases, homeowners associations restrict or prohibit rooftop panel […]
Switching to photovoltaic power was once the purview of the wealthy — out of reach for most Americans. Fortunately, that is no longer the case. The price of adopting solar has plummeted over the last few decades, and getting financing has become much simpler. A range of federal, state and local solar tax credits, rebates […]
When you install a solar power system, your professional photovoltaic contractor will handle just about everything for you. You will, however, have to make three important decisions. No. 1: Grid-Tied or Off-Grid Solar Power? Most home photovoltaic arrays in the Intermountain West remain connected to the municipal power grid. A grid-tied home PV system makes […]
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