Whether you want to save money on energy use in your home or help reverse the negative carbon-emission effects on the environment, you’ll be achieving both when you switch to solar energy in your smart home. In part I of this series, we shared the first two ways to reduce energy costs and increase energy use efficiency with your heating and cooling unit and lighting. In the following post, we’ll discuss how replacing your appliances…

Did you know the average household could cut a third of their utility bill costs if they switched to energy-efficient appliances and lighting? Pair this change with switching to solar energy, and you will reduce or completely eliminate your utility bill. West Coast Solar has been serving their customers for more than a decade when it comes to energy efficiency and smart home integration. If you want to reduce energy use, create more efficient energy…

As more homeowners make the switch to solar energy in Sacramento, the benefits of renewable energy are becoming more apparent. People are saving money instead of spending it when it comes to energy. As a whole, those who invest in solar are helping reduce carbon-emissions and they are fostering a better future for their families and communities. There’s also a series of common mistakes homeowners are making, which is what we wanted to share today.…

Adding a home solar power system to your life can be exciting. It gives you the opportunity to produce your own energy, save money, and help reverse the effects of global warming. Whether you want to stay tied into the utility grid or go completely off-grid, West Coast Solar can help you achieve your green energy goals. In part III of this blog series, we’ll discuss the 3 types of solar power systems that can…

What’s the most important component to your solar power system? Most would say the panels, but technically, it’s the sun. The renewable energy source allows converting sunlight into usable energy. Once this energy is usable, you can either use it or store it. How do you store energy you don’t use? A renewable energy certified battery or battery unit. In part I of this series, we discussed the major components of all solar power systems,…

Are you looking for an energy alternative to fossil fuels? Want to go green to help the planet or your family’s future? Maybe you want to save some money on your utility bill? West Coast Solar can help! We strive to serve the greater Sacramento area with solar power systems. We work with our customers to design a custom system to fit their energy needs. Beyond energy consumption needs, the type of system is a…

One of the great things about installing solar panels on your Sacramento home is the fact that they require very little maintenance on your part. You’ll be able to enjoy clean, renewable energy without worrying about daily maintenance to your system. However, low maintenance doesn’t mean no maintenance! There are a number of quick and easy things you can do for your solar panels to ensure they are working as efficiently as possible and giving you the…

  The sun is the number one source of energy for much of what we use today! Many homeowners and business owners are beginning to take the leap from grid to solar for many reasons. For example, solar panels can save you money on your electricity bills. These panels also help to lessen the impact we make on the environment. Even if you don’t have a solar panel system in place yet for your Sacramento…

Sacramento enjoys an average of 269 sunny days each year. That makes it a great city for solar panels because panels work best when they are in direct sunlight. But what about the other 96 days of the year? That’s more than three month every year that Sacramento experiences dreary, drizzly and cloudy weather. Is it really worth investing in solar energy if you aren’t going to see the sun for more than ninety days…

Our world, and California specifically, is increasingly becoming more and more concerned with finding sustainable and greener ways to get energy. So what’s the solution? For many homeowners, the top answer is solar panels. If you have considered investing in solar panels for your home, you probably have a few unanswered questions. Today, we are going to cover some of the most commonly asked questions we hear about solar power and what to expect. Read…