top of page



Building solar panels: how to make your own solar system
When you install solar panels, your home produces its own clean, zero-emissions electricity. If you’re DIY-minded, you can build your own...
Feb 25, 2018


Are solar panels toxic to the environment?
For many homeowners, one of the primary motives for going solar is to have a positive impact on the environment. When you use solar...
Feb 1, 2018


Are solar panels resistant to salt and corrosion?
If you live by the ocean, the air around you contains high levels of salt. You may be wondering whether a high-salt environment could...
Nov 29, 2017


What happens when a solar company files for bankruptcy?
The solar industry is growing rapidly, which means solar installers and manufacturers are competing with ever-growing numbers of...
Nov 21, 2017


SolarWorld: bankruptcy status, trade case, and warranties
SolarWorld Industries GmbH (formerly SolarWorld AG) is a major player in the solar panel manufacturing space, and the company has had a...
Nov 16, 2017


How do I choose my solar panels? Guide to choosing your solar equipment
Installing a home solar energy system is a smart financial investment for many homeowners. As you evaluate offers from solar companies,...
Sep 28, 2017


How to make solar panels more efficient
Not all solar panels are created equal. EnergySage uses a classification system for solar panels based on performance, quality,...
Sep 13, 2017


What is a “storage-ready” solar installation? Four leading inverter manufacturers share their though
Solar plus storage is a rapidly advancing technology that makes it possible to both generate and store solar energy onsite for backup...
Aug 30, 2017


What is the average solar panel failure rate?
A common concern for many homeowners installing solar is their solar panel failure rate. Going solar is a financial investment, and it is...
Aug 3, 2017


Why consumers should get multiple quotes for solar panel systems
When shopping for airline tickets or other big-ticket items, people generally shop around. For airline tickets you might compare: How...
Jul 16, 2017


Do solar panels work in shade?
If the sun isn’t shining on your solar panels, they won’t be able to produce energy. When trees or other obstructions are shading solar...
Jun 20, 2017


Can solar panels withstand hail and survive hurricanes?
Like any outdoor equipment, solar panels are subject to the changing weather. Depending upon where you live, your panels may experience...
Jun 8, 2017


Are Chinese solar panels good quality?
When homeowners are considering solar offers on the EnergySage Solar Marketplace, we often hear questions about a solar panel’s...
May 18, 2017


What questions should you ask your solar company?
If you’re shopping around for a solar energy system, you undoubtedly have questions that you want to ask your solar company. But what...
Nov 24, 2016


The Most Important Warranties For Your Solar Installation
Choosing the right equipment for your solar panel system, and the right company to install it, are both crucial decisions to a successful...
Sep 22, 2016
U.S. BLACKOUT BREAKING NEWS
bottom of page
