Solar Panels Did you know that there have been over 45,000 solar energy systems installed in Virginia?  With solar’s popularity skyrocketing, it is becoming increasingly important that homeowners know the facts about what solar energy is, how it works, and the many benefits it provides.  Our goal is to provide informative, educational resources to homeowners […]

Solar Panel Installation and Maintenance There are plenty of projects that are easy to DIY. You can make some pretty nice Christmas gifts without too much trouble. If you’re up for a challenge you can probably DIY some impressive home improvements, like a new fence or some planter boxes. If you are incredibly ambitious, you

Sizing Your Solar Panel System Imagine you’re at a restaurant by yourself but all the meals on the menu are family size. You ask the waiter if you can order a meal for one person instead so that you don’t have to spend as much money, and they reply “Don’t you want as much food

Net Metering and State Differences Do you ever wonder how solar systems are able to produce energy for you to use in the middle of the night when the sun isn’t out? Here’s a hint: they don’t! Because solar panels need sunlight to produce electricity, there are times where your system produces less energy than

Mounting Systems for Solar Panels Anyone who has tried to put up Christmas lights, hang a picture on their wall, or install a new curtain rod knows that mounting something correctly can be difficult. You have to make sure it is secure, correctly positioned, and able to stand the test of time, all while learning

Inverters The concept of solar energy generation is pretty straightforward: solar panels collect energy from the sun and convert it into usable electricity for the home. But how do solar systems change the stuff that keeps the world warm and bright into the electricity that makes your TV turn on each evening? That’s where inverters

Environmental Benefits of Solar Energy Over the last few years, environmental concerns have been a popular topic. It seems like there is no escape from pollutants, fossil fuels, and waste. Because of these concerns, renewable energy is looking more attractive to many homeowners. The opportunity to save money and save the planet is too good

Costs and Long-Term Benefits of Residential Solar Systems One of the most common questions from homeowners interested in solar is “how much does solar cost?”. While we would love to provide homeowners with an easy answer, the cost of a solar energy system varies drastically based on the unique characteristics of the home. To accurately

Battery Storage for Solar Panels and Backup Power Options Nearly every homeowner can agree that power outages are a pain. If you don’t have a generator, you’re stuck with no electricity until the power grid is back up and running. Even if you have a generator, the consistent refueling and maintenance can be tiresome. What

Going Solar: From First Assessment to Energy Independence Solar? I don’t have time for that. Many homeowners respond this way when presented with the option of going solar. It sounds like too much hassle. The good news is that we have worked hard to make the process as streamlined as possible without compromising quality and