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Utah: A Guide to Residential Solar Energy
Almost out of nowhere, Utah has become one of the country’s leading states for solar energy. Jumping up on national rankings for its solar panel installations and output, an April 2019 report from Environment America Research & Policy Center lauded the city’s explosive growth in the solar sector. “In addition to the national rankings, the…
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Average Solar Panel Dimensions and Sizes
As solar panels continue to rise in popularity for homeowners, it’s easy to become overwhelmed with information. A common question homeowners face: what dimension of solar panel do you need? Are there standard solar panel dimensions? Residential solar panels generally do come in standard sizes. But there are caveats. For example, if your roof is…
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Massachusetts: A Guide to Residential Solar Energy
New England might be in a region of the US less prone to sunlight ‚ but that doesn’t preclude it from being a great place for homeowners to install solar panels. As of the end of 2018, the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) ranked the state seventh in the country — nearly 11 percent of…
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Hiring A Siding Contractor: Contractor Checklist
Siding can dramatically change the look of your home. It can increase your home’s curb appeal and resale value, while also protecting your home from the outside elements. Finding a reliable and trustworthy siding contractor is your first step in upgrading or replacing your siding. How to Find a Reliable Siding Contractor If you are…
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Installing new siding on a home is a significant home improvement project— not just aesthetically but for a home’s preservation. As noted in our Siding Replacement guide, the job is labor intensive and shouldn’t be taken lightly. This is why getting a siding permit is a crucial step in the process. When it is time…
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5 Tips to Hire the Best Siding Contractor
Adding new siding can enhance your home’s curb appeal, resale value, and protection against the elements, with various materials offering unique benefits at different price points. At Modernize, we often speak to homeowners about their home improvement projects, and in recent interviews, 80 percent found their contractor through referrals. However, it’s essential to properly vet…
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Many homeowners expect to need a permit for large scale home improvement projects such as replacing a roof or adding an addition to a home. But in fact, obtaining permits for residential solar panels is just as important. When it’s time to add an energy efficient solar plan to your home, here is what you…
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Understanding Solar Warranties
You have done your research and have decided that solar panels are an excellent way to improve your home’s value and efficiency. But how do you protect this major investment? In the event of a product malfunction or a mistake in the install process, a solar warranty will keep you covered. The solar installation, and…
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Nevada: A Guide to Residential Solar Energy
Nevada isn’t new to solar panels and the industry around them (nor to desert climes and lots of sun). And while it resisted the fundamental solar policy of net metering recently and for a few crucial years, in 2017 the state legislature voted “to resurrect this important state policy,” according to the Solar Energy Industries…