“We Can Do Better” We can do better. The one statement that seems to be on repeat in the Solar Showroom as of late is, “We can do better.” And this, fundamentally, is because we can do better. Let me explain. Solar is an industry people tend to fall in love with. And like most […]
Read MoreWhen I came into the solar industry, I never realized that it was an industry of fable, myth and mystery. I saw it as a construction-based industry that was based upon science, technology and education. However, the longer I have been in the field and the deeper I find myself embedded in the business, I […]
Read MoreBuilding and Fire Code Matters Recently we have seen an influx of customers walking into our showroom with a wave of questions outside the typical realm of questions people bring to the table. The most eye-opening question is, “Can you look at our plan sets? I am not sure they are to code.” Our […]
Read MoreTiming for Commercial Solar Has Never Been Better Much of the talk that people hear around the water cooler around solar is concentrated on the residential side of the solar industry. However, solar for commercial buildings and business owners is a powerful investment that can save thousands on utility bills. Money that can be reinvested […]
Read MoreIn early summer, the California Independent System Operator, who is one of two wholesale electricity centers in California, reported that due to renewable power plants having to shut down energy production because California solar systems are producing more energy than the state and its homeowners need. A report from early June 2018 states that California […]
Read MoreInstalling a solar system on your home or commercial property is considered a construction upgrade to your home. A solar system install requires design and engineering, permitting through the City or County and then final inspection through the City or County providing the construction permits. Most solar providers and install teams make the process seem […]
Read MoreEarly 2018 was filled with a lot of rumors, misinformation and flat-out confusion over pending changes to solar with the new administration. One of the largest points of discussion was that of the Solar Tax Credit or Solar Tax Incentives. The bill was renewed in 2015 by Congress – as it was seen as a […]
Read MoreGoing solar typically entails a lot of focus on the panel you are going to get installed on the roof, how much money you are going to save, and how quickly your panels will be installed. And we agree! These are all important facets of getting a new residential solar installation. Plus, install dates and […]
Read MoreOnce you go solar, billing with your designated utility changes. Most of our customers are also utility customers of PG&E, one of the three major utility companies in California. A good solar installation company will walk you through what to expect with your bills when you go solar and introduce what is known as a […]
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