Key Takeaways Recent APS power shutoffs are a reminder that grid reliability is no longer guaranteed in high-risk fire zones. Solar + battery systems can keep essential home loads running during outages. Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) events are becoming more common as wildfire risk increases. Climate change is driving more frequent, longer, and less … Read more
Key Takeaways New Enphase technology increases energy production and improves system reliability Battery storage turns your system into a 24/7 energy asset instead of daytime-only production A 25-year limited warranty provides long-term protection and predictability Upgrade paths exist for both Enphase systems and non-Enphase systems Why Upgrading Your Solar System Actually Matters Solar doesn’t have … Read more
EV + Solar Savings: Cut Fuel Costs in Arizona (2026) If you already drive an EV, or you’re considering one, there’s a second decision that has just as much impact on your long-term cost: how you fuel it. Gasoline was sitting near $3 per gallon not long ago. Today, it has pushed past $4, driven … Read more
According to Tracking the Sun, an annual report from Berkeley Lab, solar panel technology has seen significant advancements in both efficiency and affordability. The 2023 report highlights that “median residential system sizes reached 7.4 kW in 2023, with most systems ranging from 5-11 kW.” This represents a dramatic rise from 2000, when the median system … Read more
#1: Beat the Summer Rush! Some homeowners put their solar pursuits on hold during the winter months because thinking about solar energy during the coldest, wettest, and cloudiest time of year isn’t the easiest thing. As a result, they don’t start thinking about solar again until longer days return. Every year we see a solar … Read more
Besides solar panels, solar inverters and the monitoring they provide are the most important measuring tool for your solar array. Being able to identify problem areas with your system is an important part of owning a solar home, and will provide the peace of mind needed for this investment. When you sign up with Rooftop … Read more
As you’ve looked into solar for your home you’ve certainly heard a lot about warranties. One of the great facets of solar is that there are generally very good warranties that come along with such a long-lasting product. That said, there are some very important ideas to keep in mind as you consider differing solar … Read more
When choosing to go solar, the benefits far outweigh the costs. Along with those amazing financial benefits of a high ROI (return on investment), you are also taking advantage of some great environmental and health benefits. For a lot of consumers, a product’s environmental and overall health impacts can be an important factor in the … Read more
Solar panel cleaning is one of the first topics to come to mind when any current or future solar owners consider the upkeep and maintenance of the system. It is an important consideration since the efficiency and also payoff of the system depends on the panels’ surfaces ability to absorb photons. Thankfully, the required cleaning … Read more
A common inquiry we get as a solar company is “how long will solar panels last?” The short answer is that the lifespan of solar panels is quite a long time, roughly 25 to 30 years, but that doesn’t necessarily mean that your system will stop producing energy entirely, there will just be a loss … Read more
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