Insulation and air sealing are the secret to keeping an old house cool! Reach out to Sustainergy Cooperative to find out if your house needs better insulation ..read more

Solar panel return on investment in Ohio is strong despite the state's less sunny climate. By utilizing incentives like the federal solar tax credit and net metering, homeowners can see significant savings on their electric bills and achieve a break even point in under ten years, with substantial long-term financial returns ..read more

If you want to install rooftop solar panels, evaluating your home’s solar potential is the first step. You can put solar panels on almost any roof, but factors like roof direction and shading will affect your generating capabilities.  A professional solar consultant is the best way to find out if your roof is good for solar, but you can get a good idea by taking a close look at your roof and your utility bills.  In this guide, we share tips that will help you determine your home’s solar potential.  What Makes a House Good for Solar Roof Direction South-facing roofs receive the m ..read more

Installing solar panels is a big decision. It’s smart to take your time weighing the pros and cons before investing in a home solar system. But you don’t want to wait too long, or you could miss out on major benefits.  Solar Net Metering May Be Changing in Kentucky  Net metering is a solar incentive system that allows you to export the excess solar electricity you generate to the electric grid in exchange for credits to your account. For years, Kentucky utilities were required to compensate solar customers at the full retail rate of electricity for the power they sent to the grid.&nb ..read more

Whether you plan to sell your house soon or several years down the road, it’s smart to make improvements that increase its value. But it’s also important to be strategic about the upgrades you invest in. Some upgrades, like a kitchen remodel, can boost value, but they’re also expensive and won’t pay off until you sell.  If you want to boost property value and save money, energy efficiency improvements are the way to go. By enhancing your home’s energy performance, you can reduce your monthly utility bills and attract buyers, all while potentially recouping your investment before you sell ..read more

Wondering why the second floor of your house is so hot? You’re not alone! We hear this complaint from our customers all the time. Homeowners tell us they can’t sleep upstairs, or that their kids refuse to hang out in their bedrooms because of the heat. If you’re dealing with the same problem, Sustainergy Cooperative can help. In this guide, we explain why your second floor is so hot and how we can solve the problem for good.  What Causes a Hot Second Floor? There are a few things that can cause a hot upstairs in the summer, but insufficient attic insulation and air sealing are usually the ..read more

Ohio might not be the sunniest state in the country, but it’s still a great place to install solar panels!  We receive about 170 sunny days a year in Ohio, which may be less than states like Florida and Arizona, but there is still plenty of sunlight to make solar panels a worthwhile investment. Sustainergy Cooperative is a local solar panel company in Ohio. We’ve seen first-hand how Ohio homeowners benefit from producing their own power with solar, and we can help you do the same. Our custom solar power systems are designed to maximize output and savings in our climate to help you offset ..read more

Solar panels are becoming increasingly popular, and for good reason! They save you money on your electric bills, make you more resilient in the face of rising energy costs, and reduce carbon emissions.  If you’re thinking about installing solar panels on your home, you probably have a lot of questions. In this comprehensive guide, we cover all the basics so you can decide whether solar panels make sense for your home.  Solar Energy 101: How it Works  Residential solar panels work by absorbing sunlight and converting it into electricity for your home. It’s a fairly simple process ..read more

Attic insulation is the low-hanging fruit of energy efficiency upgrades! It’s a low-cost, high-impact home improvement that will lead to long-term energy bill savings and a more comfortable home.  If your house doesn’t have enough insulation, don’t wait to make upgrades—every day you wait is another day of wasted energy and money. Prepare for your insulation installation with our guide to attic insulation costs and schedule your free energy assessment today!  Factors that Impact Attic Insulation Costs  How much it costs to have an attic insulated depends on several factors, incl ..read more

Installing solar panels on your home comes with many benefits, from lower electricity costs to a smaller carbon footprint—but solar panels also come with an upfront cost that may have you wondering whether they’re really worth the investment.  At Sustainergy Cooperative, we wholeheartedly believe that going solar in 2024 is worth it. We’ve installed solar panels on all kinds of homes in the greater Cincinnati area and have seen firsthand how homeowners benefit from solar panel installation.  Keep reading to find out why we believe it’s worth getting solar panels installed in 2024.&nb ..read more