Are Solar Panels Recyclable?
Written by Sarah Lozanova Many Solar Plus customers install solar panels partially because they want to benefit the environment. Therefore, many of them wonder if the modules are recyclable at the end of their lifespan. The simple answer is yes, PV panels are recyclable,…
Do Solar Panels Increase My Home’s Resale Value?
Written by Sarah Lozanova There will be an estimated 3 million solar systems across the U.S. by 2022. As solar panel installations become more prevalent in Atlanta and throughout Georgia, more solar-powered houses will be listed in the real estate market. It is increasingly important…
Pros and Cons of Solar Energy
Written by Davey Newlove Solar energy is no longer a budding, new technology — it has fully arrived. With incentives like the federal income tax credit (ITC), millions of homeowners have been installing solar panels on their homes. When making the decision to install solar…
Tier 1 Solar Panels
Written by Chris Reilly WHAT EXACTLY IS A “TIER 1” SOLAR PANEL? You’ve probably heard by now, confidently stated by a solar electric salesman, something like: “We use only Tier 1 solar panels”. As in, “That pretty much settles everything regarding your quality concerns”. Uh,…
MACRS and Bonus Depreciation
Written by Sarah Lozanova Georgia businesses are increasingly taking advantage of solar energy. Numerous organizations are installing solar panels on manufacturing plants, medical clinics, golf courses, hotels, retail stores, office buildings, farms, and rental properties. Calculating the net solar system cost Rising electricity prices erode…
How Do Solar Panel Warranties Work?
Written by Sarah Lozanova A well-designed and properly installed solar system can lower your energy bills for decades. This energy production, however, is highly dependent on equipment performance. Unfortunately, equipment failure and degradation erode the financial returns of the system. Obviously, one of the most…
Looking Ahead to 2021
Written by Davey Newlove I think it’s safe to say that 2020 has been quite an unusual year for everyone! We’ve all endured state lockdowns due to the coronavirus, and many industries have had major challenges to overcome. The solar industry has been no exception….
4 Tips for Choosing a Solar Installer
Written by Sarah Lozanova Solar energy has become extremely popular in recent years due to plummeting costs and clean energy technological advances. Now, there are more solar contractors, giving you lots of options. Keep in mind that expertise, warranties, and solar equipment vary widely among…