Solar 101
Just starting out in your search for solar? Look no further! We cover all the basics of what you need to know when going solar.
Teddy Theil
April 28, 2018
How much output do you get from solar panels?
How much electricity will solar panels produce on your house and how many modules do you need to cover your electricity bill? It's all explained here.
Jen Merithew
April 27, 2018
Solar shingles: should you go with Tesla or an alternative?
Solar shingles are one of the newest ways to introduce your home to renewable energy. Solar shingles are small solar panels that replace your roof’s asphalt tiles to give your home the benefits of solar power.
Thi Deremer
April 13, 2018
Recycling solar panels: What happens when they no longer work?
Recycling solar panels: What happens when they no longer work?
Jen Merithew
March 27, 2018
What is a solar tracker and is it worth the investment?
Solar trackers allow your solar panels to follow the sun so they can produce more solar power. But are they worth the extra cost?
Teddy Theil
March 24, 2018
What are megawatts & kilowatts, how do you convert them?
Exploring what is meant by a megawatt,megawatt hour, kilowatt, and kilowatt hour.
Teddy Theil
March 21, 2018
How much does solar cost and save homeowners in Orange County in 2023?
Find out key facts about going solar as an Orange County homeowner, including your potential cost & savings, payback period, incentives, rebates & more.
Jen Merithew
February 21, 2018
How much power does a solar panel produce?
How much energy does a solar panel produce and how much does an array of solar panels produce?
Teddy Theil
August 31, 2017
Solar power facts
Learn more about how solar power works and find out interesting solar power facts. how does solar panels work in the rain and snow.
Jen Merithew
August 23, 2017
Types of solar panels: which one is the best choice?
Find out which of the main types of solar panels are right for your home. We explain how much they cost, power they produce, and how much you'll save.
Teddy Theil
August 23, 2017
Pros and cons of Tier 1 vs. Tier 2 solar panels
What is a tier 1 and tier 2 solar panel? What efficiency do I get from these types of solar panels?
Thi Deremer
July 25, 2017
What happens if you have solar and the power goes out?
Typical home solar installations shut down during a blackout, but you can keep the lights on in 1 of 3 ways: a generator, battery, or a special solar inverter.
Ralph Baruth
April 23, 2017
The ultimate guide to DIY solar panels
A DIY project is the cheapest way to install solar panels. This guide will help you figure out how to go about it.