Utilities

Find out everything you need to know about going solar with utilities throughout the country.

How much does a tankless water heater cost?

Chiquita Keil

October 26, 2021

How much does a tankless water heater cost?

Our comprehensive tankless water heater cost guide is here to aid you in deciding if one is right for your home.

A guide to going solar with San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E)

Jen Merithew

October 22, 2021

A guide to going solar with San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E)

A complete guide for SDG&E customers looking to install solar panels, including cost and savings estimates and whether or not battery storage is worth it.

How SCE customers can save money with solar panels

Thi Deremer

October 18, 2021

How SCE customers can save money with solar panels

Southern California Edison (SCE) has solar programs that can help you save money on energy bills, but they are set to expire soon.

The correct way to read your electricity bill

Heide Pfeiffenberge

October 7, 2021

The correct way to read your electricity bill

Learn what to look for on your electric bill and why those terms can help you be a more informed electric consumer.

Going solar with Florida Power and Light (FPL)

Jen Merithew

October 1, 2021

Going solar with Florida Power and Light (FPL)

A complete guide to going solar with FPL including solar installation costs, net metering policy, and FPL interconnection requirements.

Guide to going solar in PG&E territory

Thi Deremer

September 20, 2021

Guide to going solar in PG&E territory

Our guide to getting solar panels for your home if you’re a Pacific Gas & Electric customer. PG&E solar programs can ensure you save a lot for years to come.

Unreliable Texas power prompts residents to install solar-plus-battery-storage solutions

Heide Pfeiffenberge

June 30, 2021

Unreliable Texas power prompts residents to install solar-plus-battery-storage solutions

The Texas grid is built for profit, not reliability - leaving Texans on the brink of power outages for the second time in 2021.

Home energy audits: what to expect and how much they can save you

Jen Merithew

June 3, 2021

Home energy audits: what to expect and how much they can save you

A guide to home energy audits, including how much they cost, how you can perform them yourself, and whether or not they’re worth it.

Going solar with NV Energy: Net metering, interconnection, and rebates

Jen Merithew

May 5, 2021

Going solar with NV Energy: Net metering, interconnection, and rebates

Everything you need to know about going solar with NV Energy, including their net metering program, solar battery rebate, and more.

How solar power could protect Texans from another ERCOT power outage

Jen Merithew

February 18, 2021

How solar power could protect Texans from another ERCOT power outage

In light of recent events, we explore how Texans can protect themselves from future widespread power shut offs by installing solar panels and solar batteries.

Hawaii’s Quick Connect Program cuts red tape, increases solar savings

Jen Merithew

February 3, 2021

Hawaii’s Quick Connect Program cuts red tape, increases solar savings

Hawaiian Electric Company’s Quick Connect Program will save homeowners more money and give the solar industry a needed boost after COVID-19.

What roof shingle color is right for your home?

Heide Pfeiffenberge

October 3, 2020

What roof shingle color is right for your home?

How do you pick a shingle color that upgrades your home’s curb appeal? Match it to your siding, shutter color, and your home’s natural surroundings.