Rooftop solar panel installations have become more affordable while growing more efficient in recent years. The rising fossil fuel and electricity prices have only led to the spurt in awareness of solar panel installations. With this in mind, are you planning on going solar? And do you stay in the golden state of California? We’ve
By going solar you can save $1,500 a year, or $37,500 over the course of 25 years, on average. Depending on factors such as availability of sunshine and solar incentives, you may be able to save even more! For instance, homeowners in California can save up to $90,000 in the same time frame of 25
Deciding on whether or not you should make the switch to solar energy requires deliberation. And, despite the obvious benefits, you may have some doubts: "Does it actually reduce electricity bills?”, “Is my house even suitable for a solar system?”, “What about overhead maintenance costs?”. Another question that we come across ever so often is,
As per the Solar Market Insight Report 2021, 500,000 solar systems were installed in the US in the past year. This is despite the pandemic and its effect on global economies and therefore, purchasing power. While most people are aware of how solar energy can help them and the environment, several homeowners are hesitant to
Adding a solar installation is one of the best investments you can make for your property. Depending on your area, a well-managed and properly installed system qualifies for numerous tax credits and green energy credits, and can increase the value of your home. Since the electricity produced by a solar system is free, a
A question we receive a lot is how long a solar panel installation will take, especially if consumers go through a PPA, which we specialize in. We dedicated a short post to explain the timing of a solar panel installation. The average solar installation, at SouthWest Sun Solar, takes 6 weeks and the fastest installation