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  1. Prepare For Power Outages With Solar Panel Installation

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    The Pacific Gas & Electric Company is gearing up for and notifying people of the possible power outages coming down the road soon. In a place like Napa or Marin, we all know how crucial maintaining power is to the continued level of comfort we're used to. The ability to power up your kid’s laptop aside, you still need to be able to access your work email and maintain temperature control thro…Read More

  2. How Nonprofits Can Benefit Using Solar Power

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    It’s common to hear how homeowners are saving money when they make the switch to solar power, but what about businesses, for- and non-profits? Can a business offset their electricity bills with a solar power system? Will they see the same benefits as a homeowner when they make the switch to solar power? The short answer is yes! If you’re a non-profit and want to talk solar companies that servi…Read More

  3. Disregard These Dangerous Commercial Solar Power System Myths

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    Do you own and operate a business in Northern California? Have you considered making the switch to solar power so you can save money on utilities and invest the extra cash into your business? You’re not alone. Thousands of businesses in and around San Jose are choosing renewable and alternative energy over traditional power to run their businesses—it’s no surprise with the ever-rising energy…Read More

  4. Four Home Solar Power System Benefits

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    What’s so great about a solar power system for you home in San Jose? Solar energy saves money, helps the environment, increases home values, and can be produced anywhere. As you may have already noticed, the cost of traditional energy continues to rise, but the cost of solar energy continues to fall. How does that work? The sun is a renewable energy source. Oil and other fossil fuels are not. Th…Read More

  5. Want Solar Panels For Your House? Ask These 7 Questions First!: Part Seven

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    It’s exciting to be so close to your home solar power system being installed. Your installer has set a date with you to have the system placed and put into service. All of the appropriate steps have been completed up until this point. But what about your utility company? How will you connect your system to your meter? Does your solar company help you with that? At West Coast Solar, we offer sola…Read More

  6. Want Solar Panels For Your House? Ask These 7 Questions First!: Part Six

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    One of the primary reasons homeowners in Sacramento want to make the switch to a solar power system is to save money on energy. It’s the most popular reason we get from the customers we have the opportunity to work with. The second and third reasons tend to be energy independence and to help the environment. Some think that solar power still has too high of a barrier to entry, and that the inves…Read More

  7. Want Solar Panels For Your House? Ask These 7 Questions First!: Part Five

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    Are you ready to make the switch to solar power? Have you gotten your property assessed for a solar power system? Do you have multiple bids from solar companies yet? It’s important to know that even though there are dozens of reputable companies that install home solar energy systems every year, you need to find the best company that meets your needs. One of the most frustrating calls we get at …Read More

  8. Want Solar Panels For Your House? Ask These 7 Questions First!: Part Four

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    If you’re considering alternative energy resources, it’s time you consider making the switch to a home solar power system for your Sacramento residence. Saving money is one benefit of solar energy. You can help the environment with solar, reducing your home’s overall carbon-emissions. Finally, you can become energy independent when you choose solar power over traditional energy resources. No…Read More

  9. Want Solar Panels For Your House? Ask These 7 Questions First! : Part Three

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    Are you ready to purchase a home solar power system? Have you considered your options yet? At West Coast Solar, we help homeowners determine their renewable energy budget, how they will purchase their system, and then help them make the purchase. Not only do we design and install solar energy systems, but we also assist our customers through the financing process. In this post, we’ll share the v…Read More

  10. Want Solar Panels For Your House? Ask These 7 Questions First! : Part Two

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    How much can you save with a home solar power system? Some of our customers have reported savings in the thousands. Frankly, many of our customers do see savings by making the switch to solar, and there are more actions you can take to increase your savings; however, it’s important to understand what your solar potential is before you go out and purchase the best solar energy system you can find…Read More