There are several ways to save money on electricity consumption, but few of these methods are as effective as off-peak electricity use. For people on TOU (Time-of-use) plan, this option is perfect for cost-saving. So how does it work? Off-peak electricity consumption...
The Southwest roofs are of Spanish tiles that typically resemble rows of lapping waves with troughs between the rows to transport water away. They are particularly fit for areas where rain is rare but quite heavy when it does fall. This style is available in clay,...
Ground-mounted solar panels can be installed anyplace in a yard or field that receives the bulk of the day’s sunlight. Solar solutions capture, transform and store the sun’s energy. Ground installation, like pole mounting, needs a designated space...
In an ideal world, every home would utilize solar energy. And people would reap all the benefits that a residential solar system has to offer. But unfortunately, we do not live in an ideal world, and expecting to see solar panels on every roof in the country is not...
According to the US Energy Information Administration, a US home consumes 10,400-kilowatt-hours of power annually. This can go up based on where you live. While many may accept this as the norm, it doesn’t have to be. Something as simple as a crack in the wall, a...
