Solar Power

5 solar power system design factors

By West Coast Solar / February 12, 2018

Looking for a new solar power system for your home or business? Not sure which company to choose to design and install your system? You’re not alone. Potential solar clients do have myriad options when it comes to choosing who to install their system. Many companies deploy a one-size-fits-all consultation service, which typically results in…

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7 common solar power questions answered!

By West Coast Solar / February 9, 2018

Do you want to find an alternative power source to fossil fuels? Do you feel unsafe knowing if the grid goes down so does your power? It’s a common concern for many homeowners in San Jose. A solution does exist. West Coast Solar wanted to answer some of the most common solar panel questions they…

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Why is solar power the best choice in San Jose?

By West Coast Solar / February 7, 2018

Want to reduce your utility bill? Looking for an alternative to fossil fuels? West Coast Solar believes that renewable energy is the future. It’s non-exhaustive, clean, and available to anyone with a collection system, such as solar panels designed for your home or business. These panels convert light into usable energy. A byproduct of using…

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Want a commercial solar power system? Ask solar design and installation companies these questions! (I)

By West Coast Solar / February 5, 2018

Looking for a new way to provide commercial solar power energy to your business? Not sure where to start when looking for fossil fuel alternatives? You and thousands of other business owners are looking for ways to cut back their utility bills without causing much of a fuss during the transition whilst also keeping the…

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Questions to Ask Before Installing Solar Panels on Your Business

By West Coast Solar / February 3, 2018

There are a lot of reasons businesses are installing solar panels on their buildings. It can help a company meet their goals of reducing their carbon footprint, which is a good move both for the environment and the reputation of the company within the San Francisco community. But making the switch the solar energy can…

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Ways to conserve energy and save money in San Jose

By West Coast Solar / February 2, 2018

The best place to start with energy conservation is your own home. Averages and estimates are great, but they don’t show the actual data on how much energy your home actually uses, which is where energy cost savings can help the most. If we all conserve and use energy responsibly, we can we can see…

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How to Maintain Your Solar Panels for Maximum Performance

By West Coast Solar / January 30, 2018

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…

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Infographic that explains how solar power works

How Does Solar Power Work?

By West Coast Solar / January 17, 2018

  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…

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How Solar Panels Cope With Less-Than-Perfect Weather

By West Coast Solar / January 15, 2018

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…

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How We Custom Design Each Solar Panel Installation

By West Coast Solar / January 10, 2018

There is no such thing as a one-size-fits-all solar panel solution. Each installation job needs to be carefully considered so the client gets the most solar energy production out of each panel. That’s why our San Francisco company works hard to customize each installation that we do. We want to make sure our customers are…

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Commonly Asked Solar Panel Questions

By West Coast Solar / January 8, 2018

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…

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Can I Afford Solar Panels?

By West Coast Solar / January 5, 2018

While having a passion for the environment and hoping to save a little money are both awesome reasons for looking into solar panels, many people pause when they see the upfront cost. Though most people know about the possible benefits they could reap from a solar installation, most don’t have the money to pay for…

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