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Category Archives for Solar Power For Your Home

Solar Panels for Apartments & Renters

Solar Panels for Apartments & Renters: Your Options

No need to worry if you don't own a roof of yours. There are many other methods of solar panel installation.Solar power is one of the most cost-effective ways to generate electricity without causing any

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Peak and Off-Peak Hours for Electricity

What are Peak and Off-Peak Hours for Electricity?

Unlike a standard power supply, where you're charged the same price for energy no matter when you use it, Time-of-use (TOU) rates vary during different times of the day.With time-of-use (TOU) rates, utility

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sun number score

What is a Sun Number Score and How is it Calculated?

While looking at houses on Zillow lately, you might have noticed something known as a "sun number."It simplifies the complicated solar terminology and complexities into a simple numerical scale that ranges

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Solar Panels for Tiny Houses

The Pros and Cons of Solar Panels for Tiny Houses

Tiny houses and solar panels appear to be a perfect fit.The main motivations for living in a tiny house are cost savings and lower environmental impacts. These two factors are among the most common motivators

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time of use rates

What is Time of Use Rates – and When is Electricity Cheapest?

Time-of-use (TOU) pricing is a type of energy tariff where the rate for electricity varies by the time of usage. They're sometimes referred to as "TOU" or "Time Of Use" charges.They increase electricity

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questions to ask solar energy companies

Questions to Ask a Solar Company Before You Sign a Contract

Once you've researched solar energy and determined it's right for your home, contacting one of the best solar installers near you is a good idea. They'll conduct a thorough inspection of your house and

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solar is installed on clay tile roofs

How Solar is Installed on Clay Tile Roofs

Clay tiles cover most of the rooftops across America’s Southwest. They're elegant, an important cultural element of Spanish life, and they can last for generations. They can be a real headache for solar

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best solar panel kits

Top 10 Solar Panel Kits 2023: Best Picks, Reviews & Buying Guide

Shopping for a solar panel kit?You've come to the right place.What are solar panel kits?A solar panel kit consists of an array of panels, batteries, wiring, electrical components, and hardware that can

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build solar panel system

How Do You Build Your Own Solar Panel System? 

Solar power is one of the best options for generating renewable electricity, and you can even construct your system yourself.It takes a lot of effort to build your solar system to harvest solar energy.

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How Much Energy Does a Solar Panel Produce

How Much Energy Does a Solar Panel Produce?

Many things influence the output of a solar panel. Still, you can usually count on a typical one generating about 2 kWh/day, saving around $0.36 on electricity bills daily.At first glance, $0.36 seems

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Ygrene vs. HERO Program

California Solar Financing: Ygrene vs. HERO Program

Solar energy has become the most common form of renewable energy in California. However, the upfront cost of installing a solar system may be too expensive for some people. Therefore, they look into solar

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community solar vs home solar

What is Community Solar? Is It Better Than Installing Solar Panels on Your Home?

Solar energy has never been more popular than it is now. A new study by Pew Research Center found that a rising number of American households are looking into installing solar panels in their homes. Solar

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Solar Tree

Solar Trees: Your Guide To This Fast-Growing Solar Trend

Solar power has experienced tremendous growth in recent years. Last year alone saw an increase of 33 percent. As long as an industry grows so rapidly, there will be rapid innovations within it. Solar

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federal solar tax credit

Complete Guide to The 2022 Federal Solar Tax Credit

According to the latest news, the big solar incentives in the United States became slightly better due to the recent Inflation Reduction Act.Beginning in August 2022, owners of residential homes are eligible

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solar power system types

Solar Power System Types: Equipment Needed, Costs, Pros, And Cons

More and more people worldwide are installing rooftop solar panels for their homes. They're motivated by reducing long-term energy bills and minimizing their carbon emissions.According to a study by SEIA,

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solar air conditioning

Is Solar Air Conditioning Right For You

Most people want to stay cool during the hot summer months, so they install an air conditioning system in their houses.According to the U.S. Department of Energetics, approximately 12 percent of the household's

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solar pool heaters

Introducing The Solar Pool Heater, A Low-Cost Way To Heat Your Pool

Installing a solar-powered pool heater is an excellent idea for keeping your pool warm during cold weather and helping you reduce your electricity bill.They’re affordable, cheap, and often last longer

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Pros And Cons Of String Inverters vs. microinverters

Pros And Cons Of String Inverters vs. microinverters

A solar inverter has one primary job: converting DC power from solar panels into AC energy suitable for your house.Over the past few decades, inverters have evolved to provide greater efficiency when

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Solar Heating Systems

Solar Heating Systems and the Art of Minimizing Electricity Bills

If your new home were designed to be completely powered by solar energy, it would probably work like the example shown above. Letting sunlight into your house provides warmth to your floors and air.You

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Goal Zero Yeti 1250 Solar Generator

Appliance Energy Consumption Chart

Use the chart below to estimate the Average Daily Watts consumed by each appliance/device. To calculate the Average Daily Watts for a given appliance/device: Lookup the Estimated Energy

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