Solar Industry News

How Does PG&E Net Metering Work?

October 3, 2024

Pacific Gas & Electric’s (PG&E) net metering program allows customers with grid-tied solar to earn credits for the excess electricity…

Does Solar Still Make Sense After The PG&E Rate Changes?

July 5, 2024

If you’re a California homeowner considering solar, you might be wondering if it’s still a smart investment following recent changes…

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SunVault Home Battery Warranty Review

By Solar Technologies | August 24, 2022

Home batteries store the excess energy produced by your solar panels to use at night, on cloudy days or during outages, blackouts and PG&E Planned Power Shutoffs. When you pair a home battery with your solar energy system, you can use more of the solar energy your home generates, lower your overall energy costs and…

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Questions to Ask a Solar Company Before You Sign a Contract

By Solar Technologies | August 22, 2022

If you’ve done your research and decided to power your home with solar energy, it’s time to set appointments with local solar companies. In short, the process involves evaluating your historic usage and conducting a survey of your home along with any potential obstructions around to give you an estimate detailing how many panels you’ll…

How Does the Degradation Rate of Solar Panels Impact Your Savings Potential?

By Solar Technologies | August 17, 2022

While the word “degradation” may sound negative, it shouldn’t deter you from saving thousands of dollars over the lifetime of your home solar system. Instead, it’s important to understand what it means and how it can impact your savings. The performance of tech products you purchase, from cell phones to appliances, will degrade over time.…

How Much Does SunPower’s SunVault Battery Storage Cost?

By Solar Technologies | August 12, 2022

When many people hear about SunVault battery storage for the first time, one of the first questions that comes to mind is: how much does it cost? There are a few things to remember when we talk about the cost of batteries. First, while home batteries like a SunPower SunVault can be expensive, a portion…

5 FAQs About Solar Home Battery Storage

By Solar Technologies | August 9, 2022

Has your neighborhood power gone out in recent months? Have you noticed a few houses on the block that still have their lights and TV’s on while you scramble to find candles and flashlights? You can now pair a home battery with your solar panel system to store the excess energy your panels produce. Solar…

Solar Technologies Honored as Top U.S. Solar Installation Company

By Solar Technologies | August 5, 2022

Solar Technologies was recently recognized by Solar Power World for its installation success and ranked on the 2022 Top Solar Contractors list. While supply chain interruptions and tariff investigations plagued many industries, the U.S. solar industry saw record solar and energy storage demand in 2021. Solar Power World develops the Top Solar Contractors list each…

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What are the Best Locations for Solar Energy?

By Solar Technologies | August 1, 2022

When determining which places are the most accommodating for solar energy, your first thought may linger on where the sun shines most. States like Arizona, Texas, California, Nevada and Florida are considered some of the sunniest places in the nation. And the major cities within them also happen to have a large amount of solar…

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Why Does SunPower Have the Most Comprehensive Warranty in the Business?

By Solar Technologies | July 18, 2022

A typical SunPower by Solar Technologies solar installation generates low-cost, environmentally friendly power for 25 to 30 years or more, making the switch to solar power a long-term project. That means it’s vital to have a good warranty to protect your investment. SunPower’s Complete Confidence Warranty is considered the most comprehensive warranty in the solar…

Four Things You Need to Know about the SunVault Solar Storage System

By Solar Technologies | July 1, 2022

Homeowners are facing an increasing number of power outages across the United States. Devastating wildfires in California, winter storms in Texas and an unprecedented Pacific Northwest heat wave all left millions without power over the past year, causing many homeowners to seek out backup power alternatives like clean energy solar + storage solutions. Homeowners that…

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Are Critter Guards Really Necessary? Consider These Four Solar Enhancements.

By Solar Technologies | June 17, 2022

When it comes to installing a new solar system, most homeowners simply think about only buying the actual solar panels. There are multiple pieces of equipment that come along with your solar installation but did you know that additional product enhancements exist to further optimize your investment? Your solar provider may offer various add-ons like…