Residents of Arizona, Southern California, and other sunny regions have no problem committing to a solar system. The year-round sunshine and clear skies make solar power an easy choice. But what if you live...

Solar energy is becoming an increasingly widespread choice for homeowners and businesses looking to reduce their carbon footprint and save on energy costs. There are two main types of solar systems: on-grid and off-grid.  On-grid...

Many concerns may pop up when considering installing solar panels. One fear many homeowners have is whether or not installing a solar array will damage a home’s roof.  Solar panels will not inherently damage your...

Solar charge controllers are essential components in both residential and commercial solar systems. These devices monitor and adjust the flow of energy that travels from a solar array into a battery bank.  Not all solar...

Solar panels are surprisingly durable. In most storms, they can withstand the weather onslaughts that come. Even hail is usually not enough to damage your solar panels. But in severe hailstorms, the beating might...

A typical Canadian home averages 50+ electrical outlets that power everything from your toothbrush to thousands of dollars worth of technology. Each of those outlets is a potential source of danger to your home...

During winter, blackouts tend to come during the worst storms. Often, this is due to stress on the local electric grid: more people stay home, run more appliances, and use more electricity to run...

Camping trips provide a fun, off-grid getaway when you want to escape the grind of everyday life. If you don’t have your food sorted out before you go, though, it can become frustrating quickly....