Our Solar Blogs

For most Orange County homeowners, the question isn't whether solar is a good idea. It’s whether the traditional way of getting it still makes sense. Between high upfront costs, long-term maintenance fears, and the complex "fine print" of many solar contracts, many...

"Why is my bill still so high even though I have solar?"It’s the question no solar owner wants to ask, especially after making a significant investment in energy independence. You did everything right, you switched to clean energy, you’re doing your part for the...

In the California real estate market, energy efficiency is no longer a luxury; it’s a benchmark. As electricity rates from providers like Southern California Edison (SCE) and SDG&E continue to outpace inflation, homeowners are looking for ways to protect their...

When you decide to go solar, your first major decision isn't actually about choosing batteries or panels. Instead, it is about how you will pay for the system. Over the last decade, solar financing has evolved, leaving homeowners with three primary paths: a Power...

If your electric bill keeps climbing, it is rarely because of one “mystery device.” In most homes, a small group of energy-hungry appliances does most of the work behind the scenes. These are typically systems that heat, cool, or run continuously throughout the day....

Solar energy and battery storage have come a long way over the past decade, yet many homeowners are still hesitant to make the switch. Why? Misinformation. Persistent myths about cost, reliability, and performance continue to cloud the conversation, even as solar...

Have you spent any time researching solar lately? If so, you have likely encountered ads touting "free solar" or "$0 installation". While these offers sound incredibly appealing, they often spark a bit of healthy skepticism. Is it a genuine deal, or is there a catch?...

How to go solar in 2026 without the tax credit is the top concern for homeowners today. With the upcoming changes to federal solar incentives, many people are worried about what will happen when the solar tax credit ends. But here’s the good news: OC Solar has...

Homeowners often assume spring and summer are the only logical times to install solar panels. After all, longer days and clear skies seem like the obvious choice for generating clean energy. But this assumption overlooks a surprising truth. Winter can be a strategic...

Many homeowners assume their solar system is a fixed setup that cannot be changed after installation. That seems logical, but it’s not entirely accurate. In many situations, you can expand your solar system or add a battery later, but the process depends on utility...