Solar installers

One of the most important things to consider when going solar is what installer to choose. Find all of our resources on solar installers and how to pick the right one here.

What residential solar installers need to stop doing immediately

Thi Deremer

June 9, 2021

What residential solar installers need to stop doing immediately

Some solar installers use inflated estimates of utility price growth to make it seem like savings will be higher than they likely will. It’s time to stop.

How to buy solar leads in 2023

Angelika Hanisch

April 9, 2021

How to buy solar leads in 2023

Are you a solar installer looking to grow your business in 2023? This is a great year to grow your sales organization and grab some additional market share.

Solar Ready Vets and other solar jobs programs for veterans

Thi Deremer

August 11, 2020

Solar Ready Vets and other solar jobs programs for veterans

The Solar Ready Vets program helps soldiers get training and secure jobs in the solar industry.

New Minnesota building codes make solar a tight fit

Jen Merithew

April 16, 2020

New Minnesota building codes make solar a tight fit

Minnesota recently updated its building codes which makes less roof space available for solar panel installations.

US solar industry feels coronavirus side effects - but not for long

Jen Merithew

March 25, 2020

US solar industry feels coronavirus side effects - but not for long

A review of how the coronavirus outbreak is impacting the US solar industry.

Brevard Solar closes without completing their jobs

Jen Merithew

March 10, 2020

Brevard Solar closes without completing their jobs

Florida solar company Brevard Solar closed in Feb 2020 after taking thousands of dollars from their customers.

Questions to ask solar companies before you sign a contract

Thi Deremer

September 26, 2019

Questions to ask solar companies before you sign a contract

Forgetting to ask these questions will surely take a toll on your solar panel installation.

Where can I compare solar panel prices online?

Teddy Theil

October 19, 2018

Where can I compare solar panel prices online?

Homeowners around the country are discovering the cost-effective, environmentally-friendly benefits of solar power for homes. Between 2006 and 2016, residential solar power installations in the United States increased by an average rate of 59% each year.

Home solar panels in Las Vegas: Everything you need to know

Ralph Baruth

October 4, 2018

Home solar panels in Las Vegas: Everything you need to know

See cost, savings and payback from installing solar on your home in Las Vegas.

How much does a 6kW solar power system cost and how much electricity does it produce?

Teddy Theil

August 26, 2018

How much does a 6kW solar power system cost and how much electricity does it produce?

A 6kW system will produce between 400-900 kWhs of power a month, which can offset the average US energy use of 914 kWhs. 6kW systems cost $15,600 on average.

Are LG solar panels the best brand of residential solar panels?

Thi Deremer

June 18, 2018

Are LG solar panels the best brand of residential solar panels?

Although the LG solar panels have very attractive features, in the premium range of panels available on the US solar market I would suggest to stick with the soon to be US manufactured SunPower panels (currently Philippines, Mexico or China) or slightly c

Solar power system types: equipment needed, costs, pros, and cons

Jen Merithew

May 27, 2018

Solar power system types: equipment needed, costs, pros, and cons

The primary components of a home solar power system, what is needed to ensure high efficiency, and how to maximize your savings.