From shopping to generating electricity, the process of getting solar can take months. Here's what'll happen on installation day (and how to prep for it). Most people will need to find an installer to ...

Installing solar panels is a major investment. Be sure to ask these 15 questions before deciding if they’re right for you. Energy bills are on the rise. As the weather heats up, it's going to take ...

Using solar-powered irrigation is a way to be eco-conscious and save money on energy bills. Here's how to DIY one so you ...

This guide will provide a step-by-step methodology that should be followed to make sure that homeowners make informed ...

Americans’ investment in solar panels has ramped up mightily since the passage, in August 2022, of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), which offers a generous federal tax credit to homeowners who ...

When most people think of solar panels, they picture the massive arrays on rooftops or those spread across rural areas in solar farms. If you live in an apartment or condominium, you may even wonder ...

Ashlyn is one of Forbes Home's in-house writers and a former civil engineer-turned content writer with over six years experience. Until recently, Ashlyn focused on creating content for Forbes Home as ...

If you enjoy driving off the beaten path in your RV, having solar panels installed on its roof can significantly improve your experience. The top-rated solar panels for RVs make you less dependent on ...

Switch to solar with a system built for you. Adding an energy storage battery to a residential solar panel system typically costs $7,000 to $18,000. Some smaller batteries cost just a few hundred ...

Having spent 30+ years in residential construction, contracting, remodeling, maintenance and home repair, Deane now contributes DIY, informational and financial content as a freelance writer and ...