Solar Savings by State: Who’s on Top?

Which States Have Led the Movement Towards Clean Energy?

Solar energy is sweeping the nation, but some states have been a little quicker to jump on the bandwagon than others. It shouldn’t surprise anyone that the states on the coasts, which often have the biggest population centers with high energy requirements, and where there generally seems to be a larger movement with respect to concerns about the impact of energy use on our environment, are pushing solar energy a bit harder than the southern and midwestern states.

Residents in these other areas of the country may have lower energy needs and may also be more reliant on fossil fuels for their economies, as is typically the case. But when we really drill down, where does each state stand on solar energy savings? Read on to find out the details now.

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Do My Solar Panels Need Servicing?

Keeping Your Residential Solar Panels in Top Shape Through Maintenance

Aside from their robust environmental value as a renewable source of clean energy, solar panels are also prized for their ability to provide consistent power with very little maintenance. However, when you’re relying on solar power for heat, electricity, and many other essential utilities, it’s natural to wonder whether your residential solar panel system needs servicing.

And if it does, how often and who is the best person to perform it? With those questions in mind, here are five factors to keep in mind when considering having regular or annual maintenance done on your residential solar panels.

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