It is no secret that solar is leading the pack when it comes to residential renewable energy sources. Millions of Americans are already running their homes with solar power and many more are making the switch every year. But where do you start? It is more important than ever to know what to look for in an installer and the products they recommend. Hiring the right installer is crucial for meeting your solar needs. At Solaria, we believe that education is key to having the best solar experience possible.   We can get you started by helping with some of the most basic questi ..read more

Do solar panels work in the winter? The short answer is YES. Here’s why: Whether you live in place with sun, rain or snow during the winter months, your solar panels are designed to handle it all.  For starters, solar panels, like other electronics, perform best in cooler temperatures.  Solar panels do not rely on the heat of the sun to produce power.  In fact, panels only rely on sunlight and are more efficient in the cold than hot.  So even in the winter, when the sun is less plentiful or covered by clouds, your panels will continue to do their job. It may be surprising t ..read more

Industry’s Most Aesthetic Solar Panel Deployed on Addition to Massachusetts Country Cape Solaria® PowerXT® 400W panels, deployed by Cazeault Solar Home of Gloucester, Massachusetts, was featured in the “Sunshine Power” episode of PBS’ revered broadcast This Old House®. Working with Cazeault, the This Old House® team incorporated Solaria’s beautiful, high-powered solar panels to outfit an addition to a Concord Country Cape house with state-of-the-art clean energy technologies. The 8kW Solaria PowerXT system, comprised of 20 panels, will generate 10,088 kWh of clean electricity annually. This s ..read more

So far, many of our blog posts have been about the “gear up” to solar— How much does it cost? How many panels should you get? Which installer should you go with? We want to switch directions on this post and talk about what happens after you install solar. Even if you are still contemplating switching to solar or have already made the switch, it is important to know what you are getting yourself in to.   Durable & Mostly Maintenance Free Solar systems last for many years and are mostly maintenance free. Panels are incredibly durable and can withstand the most extreme weather condition ..read more

If you are interested in solar energy but not sure how to get started, you are not alone. Solar can be complex, but with the right resources and a little education, it can also be a lot of fun. Below you’ll find a quick and easy guide to help you on your solar journey and start saving.    Start here: On our website you will find everything you need to know about solar, from How Solar Works to How to Buy to our Going Solar Checklist. You can even talk to a Solaria Expert to get all your questions answered. And don’t forget to check out the Solar Savings Calculator for an estimate of ..read more

Solaria Solar Panels Featured on HGTV’s Property Brothers: Brother Vs Brother View fullsize Drew’s Corner Chateau View fullsize Solaria Solar Panels Solaria was excited to be involved in the latest season of Property Brothers: Brother Vs Brother, a popular home renovation show on HGTV. On Brother Vs. Brother, the Scott Brothers compete to sell the homes they’ve completely renovated. Profits from the sales of the homes are donated to charity. A beautiful Solaria PowerXT solar array –paired with battery storage– was skillfully installed by our friends at Vital Energy Solar ..read more