Solar panels
Solar panels generate electricity to power your home. Our solar panel resources tell you everything you need to know about installing solar panels.
Ralph Baruth
December 27, 2020
What are the best off-grid solar systems to buy?
A buyer’s guide for off-grid solar systems for every purpose: RVs & camping, cabins & sheds, and homes of every kind.
Chiquita Keil
December 11, 2020
Is Enerbank best for solar and home improvement loans?
Enerbank is a big home improvement lender with great solar loan options. There's just a few things to look out for.
Jen Merithew
December 2, 2020
5 best solar Christmas lights for 2022
The top 5 best solar Christmas lights to brighten up the holiday season. We cover their pros and cons, how they operate, and if they’re right for you.
Thi Deremer
October 27, 2020
Solar panel ROI: Calculate how much your solar savings will be
Here’s how to calculate return on investment for your solar panels and compare the ROI of solar to other investments.
Gina Caradonna
August 14, 2020
How much do solar panels increase home value?
Learn how much more solar homes are worth when buying or selling your home.
Jen Merithew
July 21, 2020
New York’s new net metering policy to cut solar savings
In response to coronavirus, New York extended their net metering program - at a cost.
Jen Merithew
April 30, 2020
8 ways to transform your house into an energy-efficient home
8 home improvement upgrades that will make your home more energy efficient and how much they can save you.
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.
Jen Merithew
April 14, 2020
Tesla solar roof: Updates and costs compared to conventional solar
The Tesla solar roof has changed over the years. What’s the latest solar roof news and is it worth the cost? The answer may surprise you!
Thi Deremer
April 10, 2020
How heat pumps reduce energy consumption and work with solar panels
Heat pumps are the key to electrifying your home’s HVAC and water heating. They can be paired with solar panels and batteries to massively reduce emissions and change the way you use energy.
Bernarda Valis
April 8, 2020
How do solar panels work?
Find out how solar panels actually work - everyone is aware of solar but few know about the science behind it.
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.