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Does Solar Tax Credit Cover Reroof or Roof Repairs

Does Solar Tax Credit Cover Reroof or Roof Repairs

While the 30% solar tax credit can save homeowners and businesses TONS of money on their solar install, a common misconception can costs them thousands of dollars AND potentially put them in hot water with the IRS. The misconception we're talking about is reroofing...

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Debt Ceiling Standoff Threatens Solar Tax Credit

Debt Ceiling Standoff Threatens Solar Tax Credit

The current debt ceiling standoff between US House Republicans and the Biden White house could have devastating impacts on the federal solar tax credit (aka Invest Tax Credit, or ITC). A bill passed by House Republicans on April 26 would gut the Inflation Reduction...

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How To File For The Solar Tax Credit: IRS Form 5695

How To File For The Solar Tax Credit: 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 the year 2033, you might be eligible for the 30% federal solar tax credit (aka Investment Tax Credit, or ITC). But to get that...

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Top 6 Question To Ask Your Solar Consultant

Top 6 Question To Ask Your Solar Consultant

The most important thing to do while researching solar panels is to ask questions. And if you’ve done any research on your own whether solar panels are right for you, you probably have A LOT of questions. That’s good! Solar panels are a big investment that can save...

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Common Solar Terms and What They Mean

Common Solar Terms and What They Mean

There are many words and phrases you might here when researching and shopping for solar panels. While it can be confusing sometimes, knowing these solar terms is important for anyone who is considering installing solar panels as it can help them make informed...

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Top 9 Details Every Solar Quote Needs to Include

Top 9 Details Every Solar Quote Needs to Include

Getting multiple solar quotes is a vital part of the solar shopping process. After all, you wouldn’t replace your roof based on a single call to the nearest roofer, right? The same is true when it comes to searching for the best solar quote. Each solar company...

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PGE, Pacific Power Raise Prices for 2023

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...

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Engineered Trusses vs. Rafters When Installing Solar

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....

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Top 5 Reasons to Install Solar in Fall and Winter

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...

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