SolarMe has taken its expertise in solar and ability to collaborate with other contractors in the home improvement industry to morph our company into one that can facilitate the needs of all homeowners. Below is a shortlist of services we are now officially offering with more detailed descriptions to follow in separate posts: Inspections for sellers or buyers of new homes Roof Replacements and/or Additions Solar System Removal and Re-Install Generators, Batteries, and/or Storage Service Upgrades Siding Replacements or Upgrades Gutter Replacements SREC or TREC Sale Management Critter, Snow, an ..read more

How many times have you thought about adding solar panels to your home, but just weren’t sure if it was the right fit for you? It turns out most homeowners have seriously considered switching to solar, but aren’t sure if they want to move forward.  Solar Me has put together five reasons you should seriously consider adding solar energy to your home. #1 Solar is the cheapest form of energy available. Solar energy is the cheapest option for powering your home. So you can rest easy knowing that you’re utilizing the most affordable energy source to power your home, not to mention the best ren ..read more

Close your eyes for a moment and picture a solar panel. They’re pretty big and look very heavy, right? Plus, you’ve already heard us talk about how your solar panels will last for the next decade (at minimum) and work in any weather. So while your panels may be able to stand up to almost anything, it does require some care. Picture the top of your panel and you’ll see that it is made up of a lot of smaller parts that are all working together underneath-- so you might start to wonder if it’s as durable as you first thought it was. Well, we are going to discuss exactly how sturdy your solar pane ..read more

Do solar panels still work in the winter? A lot of people wonder if they will still get solar energy during the winter months. With cloudy days and sooner sunsets, it can seem like your panels won’t get as much energy during the wintertime. But your solar panels will still get plenty of sun no matter what time of year it is! Indeed, solar panels probably won’t produce quite as much energy in the winter as they do in the summer. However, they can still collect solar power and save you money on your energy bills. Here’s how your solar panels can still save you money during the winter months: So ..read more

Winter is coming. But, no, seriously, winter is actually coming. And whether you have already switched to solar or are considering it, you might be wondering how solar panels work in the colder months. Plus, can snow and less sunlight damage or make them less efficient?  So the short answer is your panels will be just fine in the winter. If anything, they may actually work more efficiently. Now if you’re sitting there trying to figure out how that works, let’s go over it in more detail.  How do Solar Panels work better in the Winter?  Turns out that solar panels’ proficiency in ..read more

Nothing beats a good home improvement project, especially when you can proudly say that you did it yourself. But some projects are easier than others. While you might have been able to figure out a way around the challenge of furniture assembly and cleaning your drains, other upgrades should always be handled by a professional-- like solar panel selection and installation.  A quick online search will show you a ton of places that sell solar panels online and plenty of videos on how to install them yourself. Smaller solar panels, specifically designed for charging appliances, are complete ..read more

What helps increase the value of your house? Whether it’s your first or your fifth house, everyone wants to find ways to increase their home value. While you could remodel and renovate to bump your asking price, many homeowners turn to solar energy to add value to their homes. Solar Me can help you save money, and the environment, by switching to solar energy. There are plenty of reasons to go solar, but let’s look at the main reason homeowners are specifically considering adding solar panels to their homes. Solar energy saves money now and later. While a new kitchen may look and function wel ..read more

Who wants to pay a high July electric bill? The dreaded July electric bill has arrived and it’s pretty high. Even higher than normal for the summertime. We here at Solar Me have heard a lot of people ask, “Why is my electric bill higher than usual this year?” Due to the pandemic, everyone is staying indoors, and for much longer than normal. This means higher usage of electricity, internet, air conditioning, and more. Along with higher usage, electricity rates are higher than ever before. Studies show that New Jersey electricity rates currently range between 0.16-0.19 cents per kilowatt-hour ..read more

Solar energy isn’t worth it. Solar panels cost more than they save. Only hippies use renewable energy. Aliens can hijack your solar panels! We’ve heard every myth in the book (well, almost… the alien one is new on us). And a lot of people still ask us what’s real and what’s fake. So we pulled out our research books, put pen to paper, and debunked the top five solar energy myths (so you don’t have to). Solar Energy Myth #1 - Solar panels are too expensive. Nothing could be further from the truth! Yes, solar panels are an investment. But it’s an investment that creates ways to cut costs, qualif ..read more

You’ve heard a lot of people say they’re thinking about installing solar panels. You’ve done a bit of research on solar energy in your state. Maybe you’ve even looked at a few quotes!  But you’re still wondering, is solar energy right for my home? House with solar panels We know most people prefer to buy products that have honest reviews and testimonials. Let’s face it, you’re way more likely to buy something on Amazon that has 50 reviews vs 2 reviews!  So we decided to ask several of our customers to share what their experience has been like with solar energy! These are their compi ..read more