If any product or service promises to save you “boatloads of money” you should probably be skeptical. We have seen solar energy grow in popularity over the past decade and with it some pretty outlandish claims. So with all the hype out there regarding this technology, do you really save money with solar panels?

Solar energy has grown in popularity over the past decade, with many homeowners taking advantage of state and federal incentives and historically low prices. Although the solar panel has become a mainstream technology, most people are amazed when they learn important facts about solar energy, its history, and predictions for the future.    

Home battery technology has grown in popularity over the past several years. These systems are not only capable of providing power during an outage but can also help reduce electrical dependence on the grid during extreme weather conditions. But can you really run your home on a battery? 

Going solar is a significant investment for most homeowners. But which brand of solar panels are best for your family’s situation? At any one time, there are more than a hundred different brands of panels on the market. Just like buying any large ticket item like a car or a pool, you should always start with research and look at product recommendations.

Investing in a solar energy system is a great move for homeowners who want to not only generate clean energy, but also lower electricity bills, and protect themselves from rising energy costs. But some homeowners knowing they may sell the house in the near future may hesitate in their decision to go solar, unsure if it is worth it when they put their home on the market. Is it really harder to sell a home with solar? 

In a sunny climate like Southern California, installing home solar is a great way to save money on your energy costs while also contributing to a cleaner environment. But solar can be a large home investment, and we realize the upfront costs of going solar can be daunting. According to the Center for Sustainable Energy, a home system installed can range between $15,000 and $25,000. So the question many homeowners ask is: Is now a good time to buy solar panels?

California’s Self Generation Incentive Program (SGIP) is designed to help homeowners living in these impacted areas considered Fire Zones, to cover most of the costs associated with installing a home battery. This state initiative is a program paid for and available to the utility ratepayers of SDG&E, SoCal Gas, SCE, and PG&E.

California’s Self Generation Incentive Program (SGIP) is designed to help homeowners living in these impacted areas considered Fire Zones, to cover most of the costs associated with installing a home battery. This state initiative is a program paid for and available to the utility ratepayers of SDG&E, SoCal Gas, SCE, and PG&E.

Like most things part of a system, many costs come into play when breaking down the price of one component. Labor, operational costs, and additional

Every homeowner’s situation is unique. No matter what a salesperson may tell you there is no one size fits all solution when it comes to going solar.

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