How Does Solar Save Money?
We all know that using renewable solar energy helps protect our natural resources. But it also allows you to take advantage of the financial benefits that come with it—from increasing the value of your home to getting tax rebates and saving some cash on everyday activities.So what does that look like in action? Here’s a closer look at the benefits of a residential solar ecosystem:Solar Panels Increase Home Value: Average residents of northern California pay over $300 a month for electricity from PG&E. Going solar eliminates that bill, while at the same time increasing your home's value up to 7%.Battery Backup: Streamline and optimize your entire solar [...]
It’s Panel-Cleaning Season!
Over time, solar panels can get dusty, dirty, and covered in debris—just like the rest of your yard. This buildup can block those powerful photovoltaic cells, slightly decreasing your overall production. But here's the good news: a quick and easy cleaning can boost your efficiency by up to 10%. Spring is the perfect time to give your panels some TLC. And the best part? It's so simple, you can do it yourself! We just launched our NEW solar panel cleaning DIY tutorial that walks you through the process step by step. If you’d rather leave it to the pros, that's no problem. Contact us and we'll take care [...]
Custom Solar: A System That Works for You
When it comes to your home, we know you don't want just any solution—you want something that fits you perfectly. You want a solar system that meets your energy needs, works with your lifetyle, and will lower your monthly electric bills. That’s exactly why a custom design is so important. With a custom solar proposal, we don't just guess at what might work. We make it a priority to get to know your home—how you use energy, the sun exposure on your roof, and all the little details that make your space truly yours. Unlike the one-size-fits-all solutions that many companies [...]
2024: A Bright and Brilliant Year
As we reflect on 2024, we want to share our thanks with you, Solar Family. As a family-owned business, we truly understand the effort it takes to do something that matters—bringing energy and sustainability to homes across the Bay Area. This year, we’ve added over 3,836 kW of renewable energy systems to our community—that's more than 320 new installations contributing to a greener planet! Here's the impact in perspective: Generating enough energy to fully charge around 8,100 electric cars with 60 kWh batteries Offsetting the equivalent of burning 315,000 gallons of oil Powering a 50-inch TV for about 3,200 years nonstop That’s no small feat! We’ve accomplished so much together—and we couldn’t have done it [...]
We all know that using renewable solar energy helps protect our natural resources. But it also allows you to take advantage of the financial benefits that come with it—from increasing the value of [...]
Over time, solar panels can get dusty, dirty, and covered in debris—just like the rest of your yard. This buildup can block those powerful photovoltaic cells, slightly decreasing your overall production. [...]
When it comes to your home, we know you don't want just any solution—you want something that fits you perfectly. You want a solar system that meets your energy [...]
As we reflect on 2024, we want to share our thanks with you, Solar Family. As a family-owned business, we truly understand the effort it takes to do something that matters—bringing energy and sustainability [...]
