A major ‘first’ question that customers ask after exploring various energy companies, selecting their solar panels and becoming committed to using solar energy, is “How long does it take to install solar panels?” With the excitement of the solar project and the soon-to-be financial savings of the newly installed solar system, the install process is … [Read more...]
Is Too Much Solar A Concern?
In 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 … [Read more...]
Preparing for PG&E Increases
Another Predicted Cost Increase to PG&E Customers One of the benefits that most solar companies will introduce to new or potential customers is the idea of “owning your own utility” – meaning, that as time passes and the finance option selected for the initial construction of installing the residential or commercial solar installation, any … [Read more...]
A Solar Horror Story: Part 3 – Solar Installation
This is our third chapter of A Solar Horror Story. In our attempt to help consumers make solar decisions they feel confident and excited about, we believe it is our job as Solar Educators to outline a few of the common tricks, traps and scams so you can avoid them. The first article in our series spoke about sales tactics to be aware of and the … [Read more...]
Not All Solar Mounting and Racking Systems Are Made Equal
How do Solar Panels Get Installed? From the perspective most people see a solar panel, it is difficult to see how panels are attached to a roof. Since they are not visible, and most consumers do not spend much time thinking about what mechanisms keeping their panels attached. Furthermore, since mounting and racking systems are somewhat hidden, … [Read more...]
