Solar energy
Learn about powering your home with solar energy, which not only helps the enviornment, but also helps keep money in your wallet.
Teddy Theil
April 11, 2019
Investing in solar energy: What return can you get on your solar investment?
Need to know the return on investment before making a big commitment like solar for your home. Here are the costs, incentives, savings and payback.
Heide Pfeiffenberge
April 8, 2019
Top 10 pros and cons of electric cars
Costs, range, maintenance, emissions... If you're comparing electric cars to gas-powered vehicle, these are the key facts you need to know.
Ralph Baruth
April 6, 2019
3 ways to calculate solar system size for your home
A guide to sizing a solar panel system that can offset your electric bill and, when needed, provide backup power for your home.
Teddy Theil
April 5, 2019
Solar water heaters: Are they worth the cost?
Everything you need to know about solar water heaters, including how they work, and how much they can cut down your utility bill.
Clint Quercioli
March 31, 2019
Best Electric Lawn Mowers. Cut Lawns and Costs With Battery-Powered Mowers
A guide to battery-powered and robotic lawn mowers that help you get charged for mowing, or sometimes letting them do all the work, while you enjoy some tea—or other beverages.
Heide Pfeiffenberge
February 25, 2019
Solar homes: what to know in 2023
A solar home is powered by solar energy and saves you money. Learn which solar home option is best for your budget, house type, and lifestyle.
Jen Merithew
February 14, 2019
What is an SREC? Solar renewable energy credits explained
Solar Renewable Energy Credits (SRECs) are excellent incentives for homeowners. Find out how much you can earn back through this incentive.
Ralph Baruth
February 13, 2019
What are solar panels? A beginner’s guide
All the info you need about solar panels: how they work, what solar arrays & solar panel systems are, whether you should get them for your home.
Teddy Theil
February 12, 2019
Solar panel maintenance: Everything you need to know
Solar panel maintenance is easy. We tell you what you need to do — and how often — to keep them running at peak efficiency.
Heide Pfeiffenberge
February 10, 2019
Is a Mosaic solar loan the best option for financing solar panels?
Mosaic is the top provider of solar loans and offers a reasonable financing option for homeowners with a credit score of 640 or higher.
Heide Pfeiffenberge
February 5, 2019
Your guide to solar panel mounting systems in 2024
Looking for a solar panel mount? We look at the pros and cons of different mounting options as well as the top brands in 2023.
Teddy Theil
January 24, 2019
Do solar panels work on cloudy days or at night?
We explain in simple English how solar panels work, how well they work on cloudy days and climates, and whether they work at night.