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Solar panels reduce your carbon footprint, improve your energy efficiency, and lower the cost of your utility bills. Solar panels are almost a no-brainer for homeowners who live in regions with abundant direct sunlight, but all homeowners can benefit from solar energy. Given the right conditions, you can save more than $50,000 over the life of your solar panels.

The Basics of Solar

Solar panels can be expensive, but the combination of rebates, tax credits, and lifetime savings makes this investment affordable for most homeowners. In addition, most solar panel companies offer special financing options, and several utility companies have agreed to provide rebates for customers who choose to go solar.

Some states have more solar incentives than others, but that doesn’t mean those areas aren’t good candidates for solar. States like Arizona and Mississippi have excellent climates for solar energy despite having fewer incentive programs.

Converting to solar energy is simple. You need to contact your local solar installer to get a quote, then you can expect the following process:

Complete a site survey with a qualified solar installer
Solar installer will secure permits for your solar system
Solar panel equipment will be ordered
Solar panel system will be installed
Solar system permission to operate will be granted
Solar system is connected
Save money on your energy bills

If you are interested in solar energy and want to review top solar panel companies, check out the reviews and resources below.

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A lot of people receive fliers in the mail for free solar panels and a deal that seems too good to be true. Here's what you should know about those offers.

5 Easy Ways to Incorporate Solar Lighting into Your Exterior Design

Solar-powered lights are a low-maintenance way to add ambience to your home. That's because they require just one power source: the sun.

A Beginner’s Guide to DIY Solar Energy Installation

Homeowners can lower costs for a solar power system by installing components themselves, saving thousands of dollars on installation fees.

Solar panels on roof of house being cleaned with dust mop.

Advantages of Solar Power for Your Home

Watch this video to find out about the advantages of solar power for your home, including federal tax credits and reducing dependence on fossil fuels like coal and oil.

Danny Lipford with central vacuum system

Advantages of Solar Exhaust Fan and Central Vacuum System

To remove hot air from the upper story in the Kuppersmith garage, we installed a solar powered exhaust fan. To make vacuuming easy and improve indoor air quality, a central vacuum system was installed inside the home. Watch this video to find out more.

Solar Water Heating

Our planet is a pretty precious commodity, so we need to treat it right. Listen to this tip to find out how installing a solar water heater can save energy in your home.

Solar Sun Screen Saves Energy for Your Home

Installing solar sun screen on sunny windows blocks much of the direct sunlight, reducing heat and harmful UV rays by up to 90%. Solar shade cloth will keep your house cooler in the summer, reducing energy bills from air conditioning, and protect fabrics and furniture from fading.

Heath Zenith Solar Powered Motion Security Light

The Heath Zenith Solar Powered Motion Security Light is an easy way to add a motion sensitive security light to your yard without the need to run electrical wires. When installing the light, position the solar panel so it will receive direct sunlight.

Energy Saving Solar Power and Lighting for Your Home

Check out these innovative, energy saving products for your home, including a solar power system, LED light fixtures, and wireless lighting controls. Watch this video to find out more.

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