Read more about the article What Are the Effects of Solar Eclipses on Solar Power in Los Angeles?
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What Are the Effects of Solar Eclipses on Solar Power in Los Angeles?

With the solar eclipse coming on Monday, August 21, 2017—and another coming in 2024—we’re getting more questions about the effects of solar eclipses on solar power. This is a great opportunity to discuss some basic facts about solar and what happens when the sun isn’t shining. Yes, Solar Eclipses Affect Solar Productivity Obviously, if the…

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Read more about the article Solar NEM 2.0 In California: Everything A Homeowner Needs To Know
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Solar NEM 2.0 In California: Everything A Homeowner Needs To Know

One of the biggest drivers of the rooftop solar trend has been net energy metering (NEM). NEM is an agreement between a homeowner and the local electric utility. Under NEM, homeowners generating excess electricity from their rooftop solar systems can send it back to the electric utility, which credits the customer’s bill. NEM benefits homeowners…

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Read more about the article Is It Worth Installing Solar Panels in Los Angeles?
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Is It Worth Installing Solar Panels in Los Angeles?

For years, net energy metering (NEM) has been a key driver for solar adoption. This arrangement obligates utilities to credit homeowners for any net unused energy sent from their rooftop solar systems. So in addition to saving on your electric bill, you could also “make” money on your excess power generation. That’s a great deal.However,…

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Read more about the article How Much Solar Power Do I Need For My Home?
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How Much Solar Power Do I Need For My Home?

If you’ve done any research into rooftop solar systems for your home, you’ll notice a lot of “average system size” numbers tossed around. The Center for Sustainable Energy puts the average residential system size at 5kW, as do many other sources. However, averages are only so useful when determining the proper system size for your…

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Read more about the article California Solar Utility Companies and Panel Connectivity
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California Solar Utility Companies and Panel Connectivity

There are usually a lot of questions that pop up when you consider going solar. One important question is how going solar affects your financial relationship with your local electric utility. If you go solar and connect your system to the electrical grid, how does that change your relationship to the utility? What if you…

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Read more about the article Guide To Rooftop Solar Panel Choices: Standard, Premium, or Supreme?
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Guide To Rooftop Solar Panel Choices: Standard, Premium, or Supreme?

Going solar is a unique consumer experience. Unless you are a licensed electrician or solar installer, you’re probably not going to buy a rooftop solar system’s individual components and assemble the system yourself. Instead, you’ll probably choose a solar contractor who will work with you to design a system tailored to your roof’s size and…

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Read more about the article Home Improvements That Increase Value 2017: Solar Roof Upgrades
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Home Improvements That Increase Value 2017: Solar Roof Upgrades

If you’re restoring a home—and especially if you’re restoring your roof—this is a great time to go solar. Since you’ve already committed to the expense of reroofing, why not also take advantage of the price of solar in Los Angeles? You can take care of your roof and lower your electric bills at the same…

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Read more about the article Solar Power Generation In Summer vs. Winter: LA Homeowner’s Guide
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Solar Power Generation In Summer vs. Winter: LA Homeowner’s Guide

The days are getting longer and the weather’s heating up. For most LA residents, air conditioning is a summertime necessity, and relief from the heat comes with an unwelcome spike in electric bills. The season’s increased energy usage is just one of the many reasons to have your solar system installed and activated before summer…

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Read more about the article The Price of Solar in Los Angeles: Solar Roof vs. Solar Panels
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The Price of Solar in Los Angeles: Solar Roof vs. Solar Panels

Since SolarCity introduced their glass solar tiles, the first thing many people have asked is “How much do they cost?” It is estimated that the average 2,500 sq.ft. home with of a 70% solar roof (the percentage that the average home needs to generate to cover all its electricity consumption), including a storage battery, would…

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Read more about the article Power Consumption Monitoring Systems for your LA Home
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Power Consumption Monitoring Systems for your LA Home

If you’ve ever tracked your exercise, nutrition, or finances, you’ll know how useful monitoring can be. The same can be said of tracking your new solar system’s power production and consumption. Power consumption monitoring systems can help you make informed decisions about your energy usage. This is especially useful if you have a net metering…

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