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Preparing For Your Solar Consultation

February 23, 2023

Preparing for your solar consultation is an essential part of the solar installation process. In the past, in-home sales visits…

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How To Reduce Energy Usage Before & After Solar Installation

February 18, 2023

Laying the Groundwork If you’re thinking about installing solar panels, it’s helpful to prepare the rest of your home to…

How Will California’s Net Energy Metering Policy (NEM 3.0) Affect Home Solar + Storage Customers?

December 29, 2022

On December 15, 2022, the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) passed the new net metering policy, NEM 3.0. While the…

A Beginners Guide to Solar Panels for Your Home: Are they Worth It?

November 18, 2022

Installing solar panels on your home provides the rare opportunity to pay less for your electricity while helping to preserve…

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Solar vs. Wind Energy: Which Alternative Energy Source is Right for Your Home?

October 31, 2022

Incredible strides in alternative energy sources are making renewable power more obtainable than ever for American homeowners. Solar panels are…

What Are Off-Peak Electricity Hours?

October 27, 2022

Off-Peak Hours: Everything You Need to Know About the Cheapest Time to Use Electricity Electricity is one of the most…

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How Long Do Solar Panels Last?

October 21, 2022

The industry standard for the productive lifetime of a solar panel is 25-30 years. While panels will continue to produce…

How to Get More Value Out of Your Solar System

October 13, 2022

While generating power from the sun is without cost, the technology behind this process is not. The reality is solar…

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How Much Energy Do Solar Panels Produce?

October 11, 2022

In today’s market, the vast majority of solar panels produce between 250 and 400 watts of clean energy. On your…

15 Energy Saving Strategies for Your Home

September 9, 2022

When it comes to energy efficiency, it’s ideal to do more with less. Energy conservation means using less energy to…

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Will the Federal Solar Tax Credit Survive 2025? Here’s What We Know

By Solar Technologies | June 17, 2025

A Big Change Could Be Coming for Solar Incentives—Here’s What Bay Area Homeowners Need to Know If you’re thinking about going solar or adding battery storage, you’ve likely heard of the 30% Federal Solar Investment Tax Credit (ITC)—the incentive that’s helped millions of Americans lower the cost of their solar systems. But a proposed bill…

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How Bay Area Homeowners Are Using Solar + Battery Storage to Beat PG&E Rate Hikes

By Solar Technologies | June 4, 2025

Tired of PG&E Rate Hikes and Rising Bills? There’s a Better Way PG&E rates have soared over 40% in the past few years—and they’re not slowing down. For Bay Area homeowners, that means higher monthly bills with little warning and fewer options. But thousands have already found a solution: solar + battery storage. With solar…

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Why 2025 May Be The Best Year To Go Solar In California

By Solar Technologies | June 1, 2025

If You’ve Been Thinking About Solar, Don’t Wait Until The Tax Credit is Gone For years, the 30% Federal Solar Tax Credit (ITC) has made going solar one of the smartest financial moves a California homeowner can make. But if Congress passes the proposed legislation now in play, 2025 could be the last year to…

Solar Panels for the Bay Area: What to Know Before You Buy in 2025

By Solar Technologies | May 28, 2025

Thinking About Going Solar? Make Sure You Start With the Right Panel If you’re a Bay Area homeowner considering solar in 2025, you’re not alone. With utility rates rising and tax incentives likely ending this year, more people than ever are looking to take control of their energy bills. But not all solar panels are…

How To Connect Your SunPower Monitoring Device to Wi-Fi

By Solar Technologies | May 10, 2025

Connect your monitoring device to wi-fi The PVS (Photovoltaic Supervisor) is a compact device typically installed in your garage or mounted on an exterior wall. It functions as the central hub of your solar system, collecting performance data and communicating with other tools, including the Sunstrong Monitoring platform. What was previously known as the mySunPower®…

Understanding Solar Inverter Functions & When to Schedule Repairs

By Solar Technologies | April 4, 2025

Your solar system is only as strong as its inverter. Whether you’re using SolarEdge, Enphase, SMA, or Fronius, your inverter plays a crucial role in turning sunlight into usable power for your home. At Solar Technologies, we specialize in solar service and inverter repairs throughout California. In this article, we’ll walk you through how inverters…

The Best Home Battery Storage Options for PG&E Customers in California

By Solar Technologies | April 2, 2025

With California’s transition to the 2025 Net Billing Tariff (NBT), PG&E customers are seeking the best home battery storage solutions to maximize their solar investment. Choosing the right battery can mean greater energy independence, lower electricity bills, and reliable backup power. The top contenders in the market today are Tesla’s Powerwall 3, Enphase’s IQ8 batteries,…

Solar And Battery Storage Can Protect Bay Area PG&E Customers From Rising Energy Costs

By Solar Technologies | January 10, 2025

If you’re a PG&E customer in the Bay Area, you’ve likely noticed the strain of rising energy costs on your monthly bills. Combined with the increasing likelihood of power outages, it’s clear why many Bay Area residents are searching for solutions to take back control of their energy usage. There’s good news, though. Solar energy,…

Should California Homeowners Switch to Solar in 2025

By Solar Technologies | January 1, 2025

With California’s push for renewable energy and the increasing emphasis on sustainability, many homeowners are wondering whether 2025 might be the ideal time to install home solar panels. Here’s everything you need to know to decide if switching to solar is right for you. Why California is Leading the Way in Solar Energy California has…

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Removing and Reinstalling Solar Panels: Process and Costs Explained

By Solar Technologies | November 10, 2024

Going solar is a long-term investment with numerous benefits, but maintenance over the years is inevitable. Solar panels typically last 25 years or more, and during that time, you may need to remove and reinstall your solar panels to perform essential roof repairs, upgrade your solar system, or conduct other home projects. Here’s a detailed…