Many homeowners have begun to consider switching to solar energy as a friendly option for the environment as well as their bank accounts. However, only a select few have the expertise and ...

We explain the costs, the most effective solutions, and when it’s worth paying to bird-proof your solar panels ...

You might be surprised to learn that over five million households in the United States use solar energy. According to the Solar Energy Industries Association, the statistics forecast a bright and ...

Solar panels save homeowners money. They’re also quite expensive to have installed. Is installing solar panels yourself better than having professional solar companies install them? We talked with our ...

There's no denying the appeal. Walk into any Home Depot or browse online, and DIY solar panel kits promise savings of thousands of dollars compared to professional installation. As electricity bills ...

The number of U.S. households installing solar panels is increasing every year. In 2021, residential solar installation rose by 30% over the previous year, according to the Solar Energy Industries ...

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 ...

Scientists have found that a dye made from red onion skin extract, combined with nanocellulose, offers a 99.9% protection rate against UV rays for solar cells. This bio-filter material outperforms ...