Questions To Ask Before Installing Solar
Before you decide to get a quote for solar panels, there are some important questions you should ask any company you are considering hiring. Think of it as an interview – after all, they will be working on your home, so get to know what the company is about and what their reputation is as installers. In addition to general questions the contractor’s website or brochure may answer, be sure to ask: Are you a licensed solar contractor and how long have you been in business? Make sure anytime you hire a contractor to work on your home that he [...]
8 Easy Ways to Save Energy This Winter
Winter is upon us. Whether you own your own home or rent, there are so many free and low cost ways to save energy and lower your electric and gas bill during the cold season. Here are a few of our favorite energy saving tips to keep your house warm and your wallet full: Go solar! Well, what did you expect our first tip would be?! Homeowners all over the nation love the new lease options to install solar panels – no money down and flat monthly rate that is lower than your current electric bill. And everyone can get [...]
Should I Replace My Roof Before Getting Solar?
You’re interested in installing solar panels on your home and your roof is the ideal place for the solar array. But is your roof up to the job? A few items to take into account when considering whether or not to replace your roof before you switch to solar: the roof’s age, its condition, and the costs involved for repairs or replacement. There are a few signs you may know about already to determine the condition of your roof without even climbing up a ladder. Those signs include: Leaks or stains in the attic or walls Mildew Dark “dirty-looking” spots on [...]
Charge Your Electric Car with Solar Panels
Solar panels and electric cars are like two peas in a pod. One gives you the ability to travel emissions-free and the other allows you to power your life without spending a fortune. Sounds like a win-win! If you’ve already purchased an electric car, odds are you’ve seen a pretty solid increase in your monthly electric bill and are looking for a way to lower those costs. You’re no longer paying for gas but you’ve basically swapped some of the cost by paying more for your electricity. And if you’re just starting to research electric cars, it’s a great idea [...]
Before you decide to get a quote for solar panels, there are some important questions you should ask any company you are considering hiring. Think of it as an interview [...]
Winter is upon us. Whether you own your own home or rent, there are so many free and low cost ways to save energy and lower your electric and gas [...]
You’re interested in installing solar panels on your home and your roof is the ideal place for the solar array. But is your roof up to the job? A few items [...]
Solar panels and electric cars are like two peas in a pod. One gives you the ability to travel emissions-free and the other allows you to power your life without [...]
