Stephanie on October 28th, 2011

Anaheim, California is known for sunshine and Disneyland, but its also one of the best places to live if you want to save on solar power.  Since 2008, Anaheim has had a generous solar incentive program that allows homeowners to save big money on the installation of solar panels. The municipal electric utility in Anaheim [...]

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Stephanie on October 12th, 2011

After years of anticipation, Dow Powerhouse Solar Shingles are finally available this month, and they stand to transform residential solar.  In case you have not heard about this amazing product, it combines regular roofing material with solar panels to create building integrated photovoltaics (BIPV).  Solar roofing materials allow people to both re-shingle their rooftops and [...]

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Sure, you’ve heard all about global climate change, and maybe you’re concerned about the rising cost of utilities.  No matter your political allegiance, your income, or other factors, we want to know – what would it take to convince you to switch to solar power? Let me be clear:  we have no dog in this [...]

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Stephanie on September 15th, 2011

Are you considering installing solar panels?  Good for you!  Solar power has become practically mainstream in recent years as the prices have dropped and efficiency has increased.  But before you make your investment, consider how to prepare your home for residential solar. With a few simple home improvement projects, you’ll be saving even more money [...]

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Stephanie on August 15th, 2011

Many Americans are interested in solar power, but of these people, most have questions that hold them back from switching to the renewable resource.  With information to show that a solar power system is worth the investment like these five reasons to consider residential solar, perhaps more people will make the switch! 1.  Saving Money [...]

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Stephanie on June 18th, 2011

Looking for a way to cut your energy bill, as well as your carbon footprint?  Residential solar power is the way to go. So, why not take on a solar roof home improvement project this summer? The cost of home solar panels have fallen dramatically in recent years, and tax incentives and rebates are still [...]

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Stephanie on June 16th, 2011

Wondering about the best time to install solar panels? With summer here in the Northern Hemisphere, home improvement and construction season encourage many people to think about upgrades and improvements to their property. But is this the best time of year to go solar?  Summer offers both benefits and drawbacks for solar panel array construction. [...]

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Stephanie on June 9th, 2011

Looking for a less expensive way to go solar?  You now have many options, including community solar power with power purchase agreements. Under some of these arrangements, you need not purchase or install pricey solar panels on your roof.  Instead, another entity will install and own the panels and you only pay for the solar [...]

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Stephanie on May 21st, 2011

Last week, home improvement retailer Lowe’s announced a new partnership with Sungevity to sell solar panels at its stores.  Lowe’s joins other stores in offering home solar panels for consumers to easily purchase and install.  One of the most helpful aspects of the Lowe’s-Sungevity partnership is that consumers can visualize home solar panels with Sungevity’s [...]

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Stephanie on May 20th, 2011

If you are considering installing solar panels, its getting easier than ever to find a retailer that sells solar energy equipment.  The home improvement store, Lowe’s announced this week that its California stores will be selling solar panels and related items produced by Sungevity this summer.  Lowe’s joins warehouse retailer Costco in carrying retail solar [...]

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