There are several things people question before deciding whether to add solar panels to their home, including whether solar power adds value to the home. Studies have shown that installing solar panels can significantly increase your property’s value. The true question is: “How much does solar power increase home value?” The national average is a 5 kilowatt (kW) solar system. This system offers 5,000 watts of power. In Florida, each watt of solar adds about $3 per watt to a home’s value. With that said, a home with solar should sell for about $15,000 more ($3 X 5,000W) with a solar system. Th ..read more

It is a common misconception that a homeowners’ association (HOA) can prohibit its members from installing solar panels. Depending on the state in which you live, laws give homeowners the right to do so. An HOA does have the ability, however, to restrict where and how an installation is done. Many states have enacted laws protecting homeowners’ rights to generate solar electricity. Luckily, Florida is one of them, thanks to Florida Statute 163. There are two categories these laws generally fall under solar access laws and solar easements.  Solar Access Laws Solar access laws ensure that ..read more

A lot has changed since solar system installation was introduced. There are many reasons homeowners are choosing to go solar, but improving the environment and cutting costs are the most common. Whether it’s environmental, financial, or economic, the benefits for going solar are monumental. Here are five reasons going solar is beneficial for you and quickly gaining popularity in the United States. Solar helps the environment and humanity. Solar power systems derive clean, pure energy from the sun. Installing solar panels helps avoid greenhouse gas emissions and reduces our dependence on fossil ..read more