From shopping to generating electricity, the process of getting solar can take months. Here's what'll happen on installation day (and how to prep for it). Most people will need to find an installer to ...

Life happens and can delay any project you may have in the works, but we have a plan to keep your installation on track and running as smoothly as possible. If you've decided to get rooftop solar ...

Ashlyn is one of Forbes Home's in-house writers and a former civil engineer-turned content writer with over six years experience. Until recently, Ashlyn focused on creating content for Forbes Home as ...

Electricity is a crucial part of daily life. We rely on it to power appliances, and many use electricity to heat their homes and cook food. You can't even search the internet or play video games ...

Rising energy prices and new tax incentives for green home improvements this year are heating up interest in solar. Experts say it’s a good time for many homeowners to harness solar energy. Though ...

Solar warranties only protect you if they stay valid. Learn the overlooked installation, maintenance, and documentation steps ...

Almost 50% of survey respondents said they plan to install solar panels in the future. 60% of those respondents are concerned about their home’s impact on the environment. 75% of survey respondents ...

Calculating how many kilowatt-hours (kWh) a solar panel can produce might seem intimidating, especially if you don’t have any prior electrical knowledge or experience. Using a few basic pieces of ...

Emma Stenhouse is a marine scientist, educator, and writer with more than 16 years of experience. She holds an M.S. in Marine Science from the University of Plymouth. On average, solar panels designed ...

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