Do You Really Save Money With Solar Panels?
If any product or service promises to save you “boatloads of money” you should probably be skeptical. We have seen solar energy grow in popularity over the past decade and with it some pretty outlandish claims. So with all the hype out there regarding this technology, do you really save money with solar panels?
Read MoreIs Now A Good Time To Buy Solar Panels?
In a sunny climate like Southern California, installing home solar is a great way to save money on your energy costs while also contributing to a cleaner environment. But solar can be a large home investment, and we realize the upfront costs of going solar can be daunting. According to the Center for Sustainable Energy, a home system installed can range between $15,000 and $25,000. So the question many homeowners ask is: Is now a good time to buy solar panels?
Read MoreIs It A Good Idea To Buy Solar Panels?
Every homeowner’s situation is unique. No matter what a salesperson may tell you there is no one size fits all solution when it comes to going solar.
Read MoreWas The Solar Tax Credit Extended?
As part of the extension, homeowners will continue to receive the current 26 percent credit for home solar projects that begin construction through the end of 2022.
Read MoreWhy Do You Need An Energy Audit?
An energy audit can help tell you where you waste energy. If you find your electricity bills are consistently high, and not just through the holidays, you could be missing opportunities to lower your energy consumption and your energy bill.
Read MoreWhat SCE’s TOU Rate Change Means for You
Currently, most residential SCE customers are on a tiered rate plan that determines the rate customers are charged per kilowatt-hour based on the total amount of energy consumed each month.
However, the TOU rate system is based on when energy is used, not how much. All three of California’s major investor-owned utilities—SCE, Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E) and San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E)—have been directed by the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) to transition their customers into this new plan by the end of 2020.
Read MoreWhy it’s Important to Listen to Your Solar Installation Experts
Your solar installation experts at SunPro Solar know what they’re doing. We’ve worked with thousands of Southern California homeowners just like you- nervous about how solar energy will work out for them, hopeful that solar energy will lower your energy bills and that one day you might be able to sell energy credits back to the electric company in order to make money instead of spending it on your utilities.
Read MoreHow Battery Backup Systems Save You Money
With the power of a battery backup system, homeowners can become less reliant on grid power, lowering bills. Eventually, as they generate more energy and more energy is stored, they can also sell energy credits back to the electric company.
Read MoreTake Advantage of Solar Energy Rebates
Both states and the federal government offer energy efficiency incentives in the form of energy rebates that homeowners with solar can take advantage of immediately.
Read MoreEnvironmental Benefits of a Solar Installation
Southern California enjoys over 278+ sunny days out of the year. meaning solar panels are a great way to reduce or eliminate energy bills while mitigating the environmental impact of your home.
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