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April 17, 2018 By Andrew Brenner

Pros and Cons of Going Solar in Virginia in 2018

Any reputable solar installer in Virginia will put homeowners' interests first before trying to make a sale. And that means giving someone who's interested in getting solar panels the best advice about whether solar will work for their situation. There are many great reasons to go solar at home …

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March 27, 2018 By Andrew Brenner

As Prices Decline 55% in 5 Years, Virginia Is Becoming a Top State for Solar

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Can you believe that the cost to get solar power in Virginia has fallen by more than half in the last five years? That's according to a new report, which also says that, because solar has become so affordable in the state, Virginia is on the way to becoming a top state for power power. The …

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March 14, 2018 By Andrew Brenner

Solar Battery Backup Just Made a Huge Leap in Affordability

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It's a common question that homeowners and business people who have solar on their roof get from their friends and neighbors. "When the power goes out in your area, if you have solar at your home, doesn't your power stay on?" Unfortunately, as solar owners know, the answer is usually …

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February 21, 2018 By Andrew Brenner

Top 3 Things Consumers Want in A Solar Installer, Survey Says

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It took a while for national solar companies to come to Virginia, but in the last couple years they've finally arrived. That's good news for consumers, offering them more options to go solar. But as with any big purchase where you have more choices, you also have to be more careful to avoid low …

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February 12, 2018 By Andrew Brenner

Become A Solar Expert – Download our Free Guide for Going Solar in Virginia

Download our free Virginia solar guide

When we first started installing solar panels a few years back, Virginia was a pretty quiet state for solar power. Back then, solar panels were more expensive, and most of the people who were interested in solar had homes with special needs for remote power. Or they had very high electric bills. …

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