The Hidden Costs of Doing Nothing During Power Outages
The hidden costs of power outages are no longer rare inconveniences; they are an increasingly common and costly part of everyday life in many parts of the United States. According to the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA), the average American household now experiences over eight hours of power outages per year, a number that continues […]
Adding Battery Backup to Solar: A Smart System Upgrade
If you already have solar panels, one of the smartest next steps you can take is adding a battery backup system. While your panels are producing clean, renewable energy and lowering your utility bills, without a battery, that power can only be used in real-time or sent back to the grid (often for less than […]
The Truth Behind “No-Cost Solar” and “No-Money-Down Solar”: What Homeowners Need to Know
As solar energy becomes more accessible and popular across the country, many homeowners are drawn to advertisements promising “no-cost solar” or “no-money-down solar.” These offers sound appealing—after all, who wouldn’t want to power their home with clean energy for free? But as with most things that sound too good to be true, these terms often […]
Trump Signs “One Big Beautiful Bill” OBBBA: What It Means for the Solar Tax Credit
On July 3, 2025, the President Trump signed the sweeping “One Big Beautiful Bill” (OBBBA), marking a major shift in clean energy policy that will have far-reaching consequences for solar customers, installers, and the industry as a whole. While the bill dropped some of its most controversial provisions, such as an excise tax on imported […]
FranklinWH aPower 2 Battery: A Comprehensive Review of Specs, Performance, and Value
The FranklinWH Home Power system is a powerful, all-in-one residential battery solution that combines robust energy storage with intelligent home energy management. Designed to work with both new and existing solar systems, it offers homeowners a way to maximize energy efficiency, stay powered during outages, and reduce reliance on the utility grid. With its high-capacity […]
Senate Proposal Signals End of Solar Tax 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 […]
Solar Tax Credit Faces Competing Republican Priorities
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 […]
What Happens If the Solar Tax Credit Ends? Answering the Important Questions
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 […]
Solar Communication Issues: How to Spot, Troubleshoot, and Resolve Problems with Your Solar System’s Monitoring
When you invest in a solar energy system, you expect reliable energy savings and uninterrupted performance. But what many homeowners and businesses don’t realize is that communication systems are just as critical to a solar system’s success as the panels and inverter themselves. These systems act as the digital heartbeat of your solar installation, constantly […]
What Is Solar Net Metering In Oregon?
Net metering is a powerful tool for Oregon residents to control their energy usage and save tons on their monthly utility bills. Net metering is also an important term Oregon homeowners and businesses need to know when thinking of installing solar. But what is net metering, and how does net metering work? WHAT IS […]
