For most homeowners, the biggest motivators for buying into home solar power are the rising energy rates being charged by PG&E, SMUD, and other utilities. This goes double for anyone being transitioned to time-of-use rates. On average, our customers see energy bills drop by at least 75% after installing a solar power system. But there […]
We’re often contacted by homeowners and business owners who know their solar power systems aren’t working properly, but who don’t know what to do next. Oftentimes, they aren’t sure as to who originally installed their panels, whether they’re still covered by warranty, or who can service them. Here’s a rundown of the common scenarios we […]
Home battery solutions are rapidly becoming more popular in California for a couple of reasons. First, PG&E and other major utility companies are transitioning customers to time-of-use pricing—under which customers are charged a varying rate based on when they use electricity—which has incentivized customers to find ways to reduce their energy usage during high-cost peak-pricing […]
If you’ve decided that a solar power system is in your home’s future, and you’re looking at this article, that means you have already started to do some research about your options. You may have already been bombarded by ads for “free solar power,” looked into the efficiencies of solar panels, and crunched the numbers […]
Between 2010 and 2018, prices for high-capacity lithium ion (Li-ion) batteries dropped by 85%. While the overall savings are lessening over time as prices drop, price reductions have by percentage have remained high, averaging about 22% per year over the last 3 years. While these savings aren’t entirely realized by consumers, this has still had […]
PG&E’s electricity rates have been steadily rising year over year, and customers can expect even greater instability in the wake of the company declaring bankruptcy. It’s little surprise that many homeowners have installed solar power systems to lower their energy costs. But some local governments have been taking another route in an attempt to help […]
Homeowners who are considering going solar may not know that it may be necessary to replace their roof before installing a solar system. This is an especially serious concern for homes 20 to 30 years old, with roofs nearing the end of their lifespans. Rooftop repairs and replacements can be a pretty big setback for […]
If you have been thinking about getting a solar power system for your home, you’ve probably wondered how much money you could save each month. Fortunately, there’s a pretty simple way for PG&E customers to find out. By reading through the monthly statements of your PG&E electricity plan, you can find out exactly how much […]
Solar power is becoming ever more popular as homeowners recognize the financial benefits of going solar. There’s no lack of professional installers to choose from, but homeowners who are a little handier than the average person are often interested in taking the DIY approach to building and installing a solar power system and saving a […]
As of January 1st, 2020, all new homes built in California are required to have solar panels installed during construction. But many prospective homeowners are buying homes with solar panels purchased or leased by the homeowner. These homes have increased value over comparable homes without solar power systems, so home buyers can expect to pay […]
