Solar panels are a hot topic these days and for a good reason. Not only can they slash your home's utility bills, but they might also boost your home's value. Let's explore how going green with solar ...

The massive tax and spending law signed in July halts a federal incentive for residential solar, and homeowners and ...

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If you've ever looked at your energy bills and thought, "Why am I paying all this money when there's literally free energy beaming down from the sky?", well, you've got a point. While solar panels ...

For years, solar power at home was mostly limited to people who owned their rooftops and could afford the steep upfront costs. But now, a new generation of small, affordable systems — often called ...

Solar panels: They might brighten the prospects of a home search or dim them. It all depends on the specifics. But still, by and large, homes on the market aren't likely to have solar panels. "We ...

Blackouts happen. They can be a minor inconvenience, a serious health concern or something in between, but most people would rather avoid them, especially if they're unprepared. The rise in rooftop ...

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Having spent 30+ years in residential construction, contracting, remodeling, maintenance and home repair, Deane now contributes DIY, informational and financial content as a freelance writer and ...

Texas installed more than three gigawatts of solar capacity between July and September, as the state continues to lead the nation in new capacity, according to an industry report. That’s enough new ...

Solar panels come to mind when many think of leading a greener lifestyle. For years, experts have told us that solar panels are a renewable energy source that can lower our carbon footprint, reduce ...