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How Much Do Solar Shingles Cost?
Few could argue against solar energy being advantageous for everyone: it’s sustainable, environmentally friendly, effective, and increasingly affordable thanks to industry advancements and extended government incentives. The aesthetic, on the other hand, is a matter of opinion. Some people proudly sport the glimmering solar PV cells on their roofs like a badge of honor. Others…
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Should You Buy A House with Solar Panels Already Installed?
Rooftop solar panels are a rising trend that can raise the value of a home by a solid $15,000. They cut down utility bills, reduce negative impacts on the environment, and help homeowners better prepare for emergencies that could compromise access to electricity. It would seem there’s no downside to these shiny solar cells popping up…
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5 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Investing in Home Solar
Minimizing your carbon footprint, increasing your home’s value, reducing your energy bill—there are countless reasons to make the switch to solar energy. And even though with increased solar rebates, you can recoup nearly your entire solar investment, purchasing solar panels still requires a considerable up-front cost. Before you make the switch to a solar-powered home, here…
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Solar Water Heater Installation Process
Thank goodness for hot water heaters. They’re our key to the simple pleasures we sometimes take for granted, like hot showers and baths, and even running the dishwasher. Unfortunately, it takes a wasteful amount of energy for them to keep your water piping hot. Many people try to cut water usage in an effort to…
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Solar Pool Heater Collector Types
Heating your swimming pool with a solar heating system is a great way to save yourself money and swim your morning laps at a cozier temperature—and later into the year—than ever before. However, as beneficial as they are, not all solar pool heater collector types are built the same—and it’s important for every pool owner…
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Solar Pool Heater Installation Process
As summer draws to a close, it can be hard to say goodbye to the daily swims in your backyard pool. But there’s a way to extend your swimming season into the not-so-hot months—and it’s both economical and energy-efficient. It’s a solar pool heater—a system that generates heat from sunlight, which transfers right back into…
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Solar Water Heater Collector Types
Collector Types – Flat Plate vs. Evacuated Tube For centuries, people have harnessed the power of the sun to stay warm and comfortable. Homes in China thousands of years ago had windows to allow sunlight in to heat the home during the winter. Greenhouses have been used to grow foods more effectively for hundreds of…
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Swimming pools are expensive. And even worse, cool weather restricts you to only a few months’ of actual pool use throughout the year, right? Wrong. There’s a simple way to extend your swimming season from now on—and best of all, in an efficient and economical way. Say hello to solar pool heaters. Solar pool heaters…