Solar & Battery Maintenance After Your Installer Goes Out of Business
Solar panels and battery backup systems are designed to be long-term assets, quietly producing energy (and peace of mind) year after year. For many homeowners, that reliability is exactly why solar feels like a “set it and forget it” purchase. And in a perfect world, you’d always have the same solar installer available to answer […]
How To File Solar Tax Credits in 2026: IRS Form 5695
Tax season can be daunting, but filing your solar tax credit doesn’t have to be! If you installed solar panels and/or battery backup before January 1, 2026, you might be eligible for the 30% federal solar tax credit (aka Investment Tax Credit, or ITC). But to get that money back, you might need some help. That’s why […]
What To Do if Your Solar Company Goes Out of Business
If your solar company disappears (no callbacks, no service appointments, no answers) you’re not alone. As more solar companies face financial strain, ownership changes, or outright closure, many homeowners are left searching for what to do when their solar company goes out of business. Whether it’s a full solar company bankruptcy or a slow shutdown […]
Central Electric Cooperative Raising Rates in 2026
Oregon homeowners served by Central Electric Cooperative are preparing for higher power bills in 2026. According to recent reporting, Central Electric has approved an 8.5% rate increase, meaning many households across Central Oregon will see noticeable jumps in their monthly electricity costs next year. Utility rate increases like this are becoming increasingly common across Oregon […]
Top 5 Common Solar Panel System Issues (and How Green Ridge Solar Can Fix Them)
Solar panel systems are designed to be dependable, efficient, and long‑lasting, and most operate for decades with relatively few issues. Still, because solar equipment is exposed to the elements and relies on multiple electrical components working together, problems can occur over time. These issues often show up as reduced solar production, inverter error messages, monitoring […]
Is Third-Party Ownership (TPO) Solar a Scam?
Third-Party Ownership (TPO) solar has become one of the most talked‑about options in solar energy, especially for homeowners who want the benefits of solar without the upfront cost. But with that popularity comes confusion, and a fair share of online claims that TPO solar programs are “scams.” The truth is that TPO solar is a […]
TPO vs. Solar Ownership: Which Is Right for You?
If you’ve been thinking about going solar, you’ve probably realized there’s more than one way to do it. While every homeowner’s goals and budget are different, most solar projects today follow one of two main paths: owning your solar system outright or choosing a Third-Party Ownership (TPO) model, such as a solar lease or Power […]
What Is Third-Party Ownership (TPO) Solar?
Third-Party Ownership (TPO) is one of the fastest-growing ways for homeowners to adopt solar power. With electricity rates climbing, concerns about climate change growing, and more families seeking energy independence, solar power has quickly become one of the most attractive investments for households. But while many people understand the basic idea of owning solar panels, […]
Hauntingly True Solar Stories: Tales from the Grid
Every October, the days grow shorter, the nights grow colder, and shadows seem to linger just a little too long. It’s the season for ghost stories and haunted houses. But for some homeowners, the scariest stories aren’t whispered around a campfire. They’re real. They’re tales of solar nightmares: disappearing installers, flickering lights, shocking discoveries, and […]
Home Electrification & Benefits of Solar & Battery Storage
Across the country, homeowners are switching from natural gas- and propane-fueled energy sources to electric energy in a process called home electrification. Home electrification is transforming the way homeowners think about powering their lives, with some families embracing all-electric living. By replacing gas appliances with efficient electric alternatives, such as induction cooktops, heat pumps, and […]
