August 2019

Is My Roof Strong Enough for Solar Power?

By now, you’ve probably heard about all the benefits that solar panels can bring to your home – with financial incentives likely topping that long list. Beyond the savings on your monthly power bill, solar panels can help you save energy, do your part to protect the environment, and put less stress on the power grid.

In many cases, today’s solar panel systems even look great, too. But can your house actually support solar panels? Is your roof the right type, and is it strong enough to hold up all that weight? Do you need to be concerned about anything else before adding solar, especially if your house is older? Here are the right questions to ask so you can find out if your home is ready for solar panels.

Solar on the Rise

Residential solar power has been on the rise for many years now, that much is clear. Just as hybrid and electric cars have caught fire in the market place, so have residential solar panels. With this new and ever-evolving technology, comes a whole host of questions, both complex and more straightforward. Because of this, many homeowners still have questions about the effectiveness and value of installing a rooftop solar array.

Further, there are also questions related to installation itself as well as long-term effectiveness of solar panels. Homeowners are interested in recouping their solar panel investments via savings on their monthly bill, and they want their homes to maintain, or increase, their value over time. In this post, we’ll address these and other common concerns so you can purchase residential solar power with confidence.

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Month: August 2019

Can My House Actually Support Solar Panels? Here’s How to Find Out

Is My Roof Strong Enough for Solar Power?

5 Common Questions That Every Homeowner Has About Residential Solar Power

Solar on the Rise