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 […]
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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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Affordable Solar
Affordable solar power is at the heart of the Green Collar Solar program? We’re creating more good jobs with affordable solar power through the Green Collar Solar Program. Now, homes […]
Lower Solar Cost
Lower solar cost is the foundation of the Green Collar Solar℠ program? Lower solar cost will help the Green Collar Solar℠ Program create jobs. We are expanding the market for […]
How do solar panels make power?
This Department of Energy video explains how silicon solar cells convert sunlight to electricity. The same technology used today was first developed by Bell Labs in the 1950’s, and while solar cells and other PV components have been refined, the basic technology has not changed.
LG Electronics – Neon Solar Modules
San Diego County Solar is pleased to announce availability of the new, increased power 280 watt LG Electronics solar modules. This new offering from LG will lower the cost and reduce the available space needed for photovoltaic installations.
LG Electronics Solar Panels – SDCS – Encinitas
If you’ve owned LG Electronics products, you’ve come to expect quality, performance and value in everything they manufacture. These same attributes LG Electronics has built into everything from telephones to washing machines are apparent in to their solar panels as well.
Local solar companies are the way to go for installation of solar panels
Local solar companies are the way to go for installation of solar panels.
Once you’ve made the decision to install solar panels on your home, there are a number of solar companies to choose from. A homeowner’s choices range from small local solar installation companies specializing in solar electric systems to national home improvement companies offering solar installation as one of many services.
Will solar panel installation cost less in the future?
I can’t say with certainty that it will cost less to install solar panels in the future. Today in San Diego, solar panels account for about 20% of the cost of a typical residential solar installation.
San Diego Solar Power with LG Solar Panels and Enphase Microinverters
San Diego County Solar recently designed and installed this solar power system for an Oceanside, CA homeowner. Power from the sun is harnessed by (17) LG 250w monocrystalline solar panels.
How Big Are Solar Panels?
The size of a typical residential solar panel today is about 18 square feet, or a little less than 3-1/2′ x 5-1/2′. They’ll vary in size, depending mostly on the rated wattage and technology of a particular product’s solar cells.
Why Install Solar Panels?
Once you install a solar electric system, there is no fuel to buy and you’ll generate your own electricity without polluting. There are a number of additional reasons to go solar, including:
Sharp Solar Panels – San Diego County Solar
Sharp Solar is now offering Zep compatible solar panels with their new 235W SunSnap module. The Zep mounting system eliminates the need for conventional rails.
San Diego County Solar – Life’s Good with LG Solar
At San Diego County Solar, we’re always looking for better ways to serve our customers so we recently added LG MonoX solar modules to our product offerings.