Solar, explained by people who install it.
Every article answers a real question a California homeowner asked us. No jargon, no hype, and we update them when the rules change.
Is Solar Still Worth It in California in 2026?
The federal tax credit is gone and NEM 3.0 is final. We run the real numbers on whether rooftop solar still pays off for California homeowners in 2026.
NEM 3.0 Explained: California's Net Billing Tariff in Plain English
What California's NEM 3.0 Net Billing Tariff means for solar homeowners: export credits, the 9-year lock, batteries, grandfathering for NEM 1.0 and 2.0, and the 2026 court ruling.
Do I Need a Solar Battery in California?
Should you add a home battery to solar in California? Costs, backup power, NEM 3.0 savings, SGIP rebates, and when a battery isn't worth it.
Buy vs. Lease Solar in 2026: The Real Math
Cash, loan, lease or PPA? With the homeowner tax credit gone, here's how buying and leasing solar compare in California in 2026, including escalators and selling your home.
How to Compare Solar Quotes (and Spot a Bad One)
A homeowner's checklist for comparing solar quotes in California: price per watt, equipment, production estimates, warranties, dealer fees, red flags and the questions to ask.
The Federal Solar Tax Credit Ended for Homeowners. Here's What Changed.
The 30% residential solar tax credit (Section 25D) ended after December 31, 2025. What that means for California homeowners, leases, batteries and 2025 tax filings.
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