Zillow Says Solar Is Hot 2022 Trend
After a crazy housing market in 2020 and 2021, online real-estate marketplace Zillow has announced the top 7 home trends of 2022. This year, Zillow expects homeowners to invest heavily in features that will make their homes more comfortable, livable, and sustainable. One of the top trends that encompasses all these features according to Zillow is the trend […]
How Long Does It Take Solar Panels To Payback For The Cost?
The financial benefits of installing solar panels is becoming more and more obvious to many Americans. Solar energy is a way for homeowners, businesses, industries, governments, and even utility companies to invest in huge energy savings that will add up quickly and save them money long into the future. But the main question most people […]
2022 Is Last Year Of 26% Solar Credit
Update: As of July 4, 2025, the solar tax credit (or Investment Tax Credit, ITC) is scheduled to expire on Dec. 31, 2025. To read more about the end of the solar tax credit and the One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBBA), click here. To learn more about current solar and battery incentives you qualify for, see […]
Sonnencore Battery Review
While sonnen might not be the biggest name in batteries or battery backup, its sonnenCore battery definitely proves a strong competitor on the battery scene. The 10 kWh sonnenCore battery is a great option for homeowners. But determining if it is the right battery for you requires weighing its pros and cons. Let’s take a look at […]
Solaredge Energy Bank Battery: What We Know
SolarEdge, one of the biggest names in solar technology, is set to release the SolarEdge Energy Bank with an expected release in Q1 of 2022. The Energy Bank is SolarEdge’s latest residential battery backup system. It hits the market at a time of peak battery demand, as well as peak shortage issues as a result […]
20 Reasons To Go Solar In Oregon!
SO, YOU’RE INTERESTED IN MAKING THE SWITCH TO SOLAR ENERGY, HUH? GOOD CHOICE! Residential solar energy is one of the fastest growing sectors in the United States economy with good reason, and it isn’t slowing down any time soon. In fact, the solar market is growing at such a rapid pace that a new solar […]
Solar Within Reach 2021 Updates
The Energy Trust of Oregon has announced updates to Solar Within Reach, a solar incentive program for income-eligible Oregon residents. Discount rates and income eligibility standards have been updated and are reflected in the chart below. Solar Within Reach provides elevated solar incentive rates for households that meet certain income requirements. To qualify for […]
Is Your Roof Too Shaded For Solar Panels?
When thinking about installing solar panels, one of the most important things to consider is roof shading. Shading can have a huge impact on the energy production of your solar panels. That’s why it’s so important to know how much your roof is shaded and how it will impact your solar production. Plus, it’s also […]
Can An HOA Prevent Solar Panel Installation?
Many Oregon homeowners are excited and ready to install solar panels until they ask themselves one question: Can my HOA prevent me from installing solar panels? While Homeowners Associations are a good tool to maintain property values and ensure a nice looking community, they sometimes stand in the way of beneficial home projects. For some […]
What Are Bifacial Solar Panels
One of the latest developments in solar technology is bifacial solar panels. These solar panels can absorb light on both the front and back faces of the panels. This increases the efficiency of the solar panels, but it’s not the best solution for each situation. What are the pros and cons of bifacial solar panels? […]
