Posts by Angela Fant
Net Metering
Once your solar system is installed, your utility provider will replace your old meter with an advanced meter that is capable of measuring net metering. When your solar panels are producing more electricity than you are using, the electricity is sent back to the grid, running your meter backward. When you are using more electricity…
Read MoreSolar Ground Mount Vs Roof Mount
Solar power systems are becoming more and more popular for residential homes. Homeowners thinking of installing solar now have to think about the advantages and disadvantages of both roof and ground-mounted systems. To provide some insight let’s go over both. Roof-mounted systems have the advantage of preserving yard space and a more aesthetically pleasing appearance.…
Read MoreQ Cell Solar Panels
Q CELLS, based in Germany, is one of the largest solar panel manufacturers in the world. Q CELL panels are tier one panels, meaning they have been on the market for a while and have a great reputation in the industry. Q CELL produces high-performance monocrystalline solar panels. Monocrystalline panel’s advantage comes from their high-efficiency…
Read MoreMicro Inverters Vs String Inverters
Inverters are vital to your solar power system. Solar panels generate electricity through the “photovoltaic effect”, which generates direct current (DC) electricity. Our homes are powered by alternating current (AC); the inverters job is to take the DC power and convert it to AC power. String inverters are the most common inverter type used, and…
Read MoreFederal Tax Credit for Geothermal and Solar
The Federal Investment Tax Credit applies to both solar and geothermal. This tax credit allows you to deduct 26 percent of the cost of installation from your federal taxes. The tax credit is 26% for systems placed in service by 12/31/2022. For systems placed in service by 12/31/2023, the tax credit is 22%. You may…
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