The first step to getting started and designing any solar panel installation is to calculate your average annual kilowatt-hour consumption. This information is available to […]
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San Diego County Solar provides Free Power to First Step House of North County
With generous support from LG Electronics and Quick Mount PV, San Diego County Solar recently donated complete installation of a 5kW solar energy system for […]
Solar is a Home Improvement, Not a Commodity
If you’re a homeowner considering a kitchen remodel or other major home improvement, is cost your only consideration? Of course it isn’t. Most homeowners also […]
What Should Seniors Watch Out For When Considering Solar?
Our General Manager Seth Tilley was asked to write a guest blog post for Senior Safe & Sound to help older homeowners be smart about solar. This is more […]
What If We Plan To Move?
Modern day solar electric installations are designed to last for decades, much longer than the average American remains in their home. A common question we […]
Energy Efficiency Before Solar?
Homes that are energy efficient require a smaller solar system than those that are not. Therefor, you should make as many efficiency upgrades to your […]
Creative Financing Options
Upon learning the cost of a solar system that will serve their needs, many San Diego homeowners decide to pull money from an underperforming investment […]
Register Now for Solar Educational Seminar
A residential solar electric system can be a great investment for homeowners that live within SDG&E territory, but it’s not for every homeowner. Cut through […]
Solar Energy from Space?
Science fiction writer Isaac Asimov first mentioned in 1941 the concept of collecting solar energy in space and transmitting it back to Earth. There is […]
INFREQUENTLY Asked Questions
We’ve been in the residential solar industry since 2006, and have witnessed a lot. We install only within SDG&E territory, but oftentimes our friends and […]
A History of Residential Solar in California
The California solar electric industry has been around since the late 1970’s. In the early days, solar was mostly used for back-to-the-woods off-grid living, and […]
Solar Required on All New California Homes
The rules take effect in 2020 for all new home construction and major renovations. Though it will increase the upfront cost of a new home […]
All About the Details
Having started in solar in 2006, we saw a need for higher-quality solar installations. Many contractors choose to save a few dollars by using cheaper […]
Installing solar panels on homes with clay tile
Because we are in North County San Diego, we are frequently asked to install solar panels on homes with clay tile roofs. As you can […]
March 30, 2018 deadline for tiered electric rates
Recent changes to utility rates will not be as favorable for solar power installations after the March 30, 2018 deadline. There is still time to […]
Determine Available Space For Solar Panels
There is no substitute for a site visit by a qualified solar professional. They can measure roof surfaces, perform a shade analysis, check the condition […]
Solar Financing to Suit Your Needs
$0 down payment solar financing As the market for residential solar power systems grows, so do options for financing. We work with a variety of […]
Storing Solar Power Energy
Energy Storage Storing energy generated from your solar power system can be beneficial. While battery storage has been used for decades in off-grid applications, for […]
Net-metering rules for residential solar power will be changing soon
It’s not too late to benefit from tiered pricing with net-metering from SDG&E. If you’re think about installing solar power on your home, you’ll benefit […]
Solar power net-metering options will be limited after December 1, 2017
We have room for 3-4 more solar power installations before the December 1st deadline with SDG&E. Act soon to get your solar panels installed with […]