With the scorching summer approaching California, this is one of the best times to invest in a solar panel system. However, solar panels aren’t the only thing you need to consider when evaluating the components of your solar system. Here at West Coast Solar, we want to share everything you need to know and understand about solar inverters and how they will reduce your energy cost this summer. So, keep reading to learn more about…
Read MoreBecoming energy-efficient is easier than you think! Use these handy hints to get started, and watch your energy savings rise as your energy costs drop.
Read MoreHave you been considering making the switch to solar energy? Are you uncertain as to how your home or business can benefit from making this switch? There is plenty of evidence available that shows the many benefits of installing solar panels in your home or business, but in some cases, it leaves people with further questions or wanting more. Thankfully, the experts at West Coast Solar are extremely knowledgeable on the subject and are here…
Read MoreWith the improvement of our environment at the forefront of international discussion now more than ever, many people are looking for ways to go green and live more sustainably. One of the best and most impactful ways to do this is to convert your home to solar power. While interested in making the switch, many people are still uncertain as to whether their homes are right for solar power conversion. Thankfully, the professionals at West…
Read MoreIf you’re new to the world of solar power and are considering switching your home or business over, you probably have a fair share of questions. While there are many resources out there meant to inform you about solar power and all of its many benefits, there are some commonly believed myths about solar power that sometimes discourage people from making the switch. West Coast Solar is here to help you! West Coast Solar has…
Read MoreOver the course of the last year, with many people being out of work or struggling to make ends meet, many are thinking about things that they can do to cut back on expenses without having to make too many sacrifices. While you could go through and cancel your subscriptions to streaming services or order less takeout, one thing that you can do to save money is to lower your electricity bill. The amount of…
Read MoreIt’s more important than ever to be conscious of our carbon footprint, but what is a carbon footprint, exactly? Generally speaking, a carbon footprint is defined as the total amount of greenhouse gases — primarily carbon dioxide — produced to, directly and indirectly, support human activities. Studies show that in 2020, COVID curbed global carbon emissions early in the pandemic — by nearly 7% — with the United States contributing the most with a nearly…
Read MoreWhen you decide to make the switch to solar, it’s a big investment that you should feel 100% confident in making. Not only that, it’s an exciting transition to break ties with traditional (and costly) fossil fuels and instead, rely on clean energy harvested from the sun to power your Northern California home. That being said, one question we hear frequently is, “How do you install solar panels?”, which is why today, we’re going to…
Read MoreSummer is here and it is time to enjoy all the summer activities that we long for the rest of the year. However, with the summer sun also comes the summer heat which can be highly uncomfortable and costly to counteract with air conditioning. With temperatures rising and the effects of climate change, it is easy to surmise that the effects of summer will only become worse. Thankfully, a solar panel system installed on your…
Read MoreWelcome back to the West Coast Solar blog! Today we are discussing solar batteries and the benefits they can provide when you install a solar system. Batteries and other means of energy storage have been around for a long time. However, solar batteries are relatively new to the market. For many homeowners with solar panels, the additional investment of a solar battery makes sense. Stick around to learn why. If you are ready to install…
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