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By Adam Walters December 30, 2025
Stop paying at the pump and the plug. Learn how to fuel your electric vehicle with solar energy, how many panels you need, and why it’s the ultimate "Oregon" upgrade.
By Adam Walters December 22, 2025
Living in the PNW means battling moss, pollen, and pine needles. Learn the right way to clean your solar panels (and what to avoid) to keep your energy production high.
By Adam Walters December 19, 2025
Confused by building codes and electrical permits? We break down the solar permitting process in the Portland Metro area, from engineering review to the final PGE inspection.
By Adam Walters December 16, 2025
Deciding how to pay for solar? We compare solar loans vs. cash, breaking down the benefits of each option from ROI to zero-down financing for Oregon homeowners.
By Adam Walters December 10, 2025
Analyze the financial returns of commercial solar in the Portland Metro area. Learn about the 2025 incentives, 5-year MACRS depreciation, and typical ROI for Oregon businesses.
By Adam Walters December 5, 2025
Thinking of installing solar panels yourself? We break down the true costs, safety risks, permit hurdles, and warranty issues associated with DIY solar in the Oregon City area.
Solar panels on a dark roof under a blue sky.
By Adam Walters November 23, 2025
Discover the #1 reason to hire a NABCEP certified solar installer. Learn how this gold-standard certification ensures quality, safety, and a faster ROI for your home.
Person points at solar panel layout on laptop, with another person looking on.
By Adam Walters November 19, 2025
Before hiring an Oregon solar installer, use our guide to verify their license with the CCB tool. Learn why NABCEP certification matters for your home's safety & ROI.
House with solar panels, electric car, battery storage, and an illustration showing the flow of solar energy.
By Adam Walters October 14, 2025
How Solar NEM Works in Oregon Going solar in Oregon is one of the most powerful financial and environmental decisions a homeowner can make. Beyond the immediate benefit of producing your own clean energy, a state-level policy called net metering in Oregon fundamentally transforms your relationship with the electric grid, turning your home into a mini power station that can actually earn you credit. While it sounds technical, the concept[…]
Solar panel: black front, white back with junction box and wires, stacked panels on gray background.
By Adam Walters October 7, 2025
Choosing a solar inverter? Compare microinverters vs. string inverters on cost, performance, and shade tolerance. Find the best option for your home solar system.