PGE, Pacific Power Raise Prices For 2023
COULD SOLAR HELP YOU FIGHT CONSTANT UTILITY RATE HIKES? FIND OUT WITH OUR SOLAR CALCULATOR. Oregonians will be paying more for energy in 2023. Oregon utilities Portland General Electric (PGE) and Pacific Power have announced huge rate increases for 2023, just as winter hits its peak and price inflation continues to hurt regular Oregon families. Effective […]
Engineered Trusses vs. Rafters When Installing Solar
One of the most important factors when installing roof-mounted solar panels is the condition and structure of the roof. It’s vital that a roof be able to not only hold up the weight of the solar panels, but also withstand any wind loads that could pull on the roofing. And when it comes to roof […]
Does Solar Work in Cloudy Or Rainy Weather?
Clouds and rain are dominant features of the Pacific Northwest. Cloudy, drizzly days are part of what makes this area of the country as beautiful and wild as it is. Can solar panels produce electricity in cloudy and rainy conditions? The quick answer is yes. Solar does work in cloudy and rainy conditions. HOW DO CLOUDS AFFECT SOLAR? […]
Top 5 Reasons To Install Solar In Fall And Winter
It might come as a surprise, but fall and winter are a great time to install solar panels. Despite fall and winter not being as warm and sunny as spring and summer, this time of year is one of the best times to install solar. Not only are there financial benefits to installing solar panels […]
Oregon Natural Gas Price Rising 24%
COULD SOLAR HELP YOU FIGHT SKYROCKETING GAS PRICES? FIND OUT WITH OUR SOLAR CALCULATOR. As winter approaches, Oregon homeowners and businesses are going to be hit with sharp increases in natural gas prices. Northwest Natural recently announced they would be increasing natural gas rates by over 24%. Cascade Natural Gas also recently announced a 25% increase in natural gas prices, while Avista Utilities announced […]
Why You Should Use Solar Financing
When thinking of buying solar panels, many homeowners are faced with the option of paying cash or financing their solar panels. Both are great options, and we have discussed the pros and cons of both in a previous article. But there are multiple reasons why financing your solar panels is a good idea. Not only are […]
5 Important Factors When Choosing A Solar Company
How do you choose a solar company? Better question: How do you choose the RIGHT solar company? With so many solar companies vying for your business, it can feel like a nearly impossible task. Salespeople can be both helpful and persuasive in this process, but sometimes they may intentionally or unintentionally leave out crucial key […]
ROI Of Solar vs. Other Investment Option
Investing in solar energy can unlock loads of money you would otherwise send to the utility company each month. Instead, you could use that money to travel, renovate your home, invest in your children’s education, plan for retirement, start a new hobby, or upgrade your vehicle. But how good of an investment is solar energy? What […]
Do Solar Panels Work During A Power Outage
When the utility grid goes down during a power outage, battery backup can answer some important questions. Will your solar panels still produce energy? And will you still be able to use that solar energy? The answer is… maybe. Depending on whether your solar panel system is grid-tied or not, and whether there is battery backup […]
Solar Tax Credit Guide
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 […]
