Yes! In addition to being so much better for the environment, there are some serious perks to going solar. There’s the 30% federal tax credit, as well net metering programs that often earn people credit on power they generate through their solar systems. Additionally, there are various state rebates and incentive programs with different qualification criteria (e.g. household income, battery storage ownership, area you live in and fire risk). There may also be additional local rebates and credits through your city or municipality.

Lastly, solar panels increase your home value. As home value increases, property taxes typically increase. However, in California, you’ll get that higher property value without the extra taxes, as there is the active solar energy system property tax exemption. This is an automatic benefit, no application required!

The number of solar panels you will need vary depending on the amount of your electric bill. The average (2,000-2,400 square feet) US home in a sunny environment needs around 17 to 21 panels to offset a traditional electric utility bill.

Yes! Solar panels need sunlight, not heat, to produce energy. So while the power production (annual yield) may be less than you see in the summertime due to shorter days, you can still count on your solar system during the winter.