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To the casual observer, solar panels are solar panels. But looks can be deceiving. In the past, solar panels had a clunky effect that ruined the aesthetics of your roof. However, thanks to ...

The solar power industry is growing fast, accounting for more than half of all new electricity on the grid last year. But soon President-elect Trump and fellow Republicans in Congress may try to ...

Many homeowners who are adding rooftop solar view the installation date as an Independence Day of sorts. That's according to survey results showing that 39.6% of respondents said that energy ...

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Geraldine has over a decade of experience writing within the home improvement sector. Additionally, she has unique first-hand renovation experience as the previous owner of a house-flipping business.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Photo Credit: iStock A new report has cast a spotlight on a simple solution that could allow millions more U.S. households to take ...

Beyond providing clean energy and helping you save money on your electricity bills, solar panels also appeal to many homebuyers, increasing your home’s value on the real estate market. We’ll walk you ...

A contractor installs a solar panel on the roof of a home. Uncertainty over the future of a 30% federal tax credit has some homeowners rushing to get panels hooked to the grid before Trump becomes ...

Ohio is one of the best states for going solar. The state offers generous incentives and rebates for the adoption of solar tech. Not only that, but many cities have adopted their own local incentives, ...