How Much Energy Will My Solar Panels Produce?
Whenever you make any investment, you naturally want to know what kind of return to expect. Solar is a sizable investment, so it makes sense that this is one of our most frequently asked questions. So how much will your solar panels produce? The answer isn’t the same for every person. There are several factors to consider, and a few things you can do to take control of your system’s potential - and savings. Let's talk about that. What Contributes to Solar Panel Productivity? As you probably know, solar panel productivity is entirely dependent on exposure to the sun. [...]
3 ($$$) Reasons to Switch to Solar
With everyone indoors and summer right around the corner, usage is spiking—and that means giving away more money to PG&E. Here are three incentives to go solar: If you finance your system and sign by May 31st, your first 7 months are FREE! You’ll enjoy the benefits of solar while skipping the bill for the highest usage period. Cash in on the 26% Federal Tax Rebate for this year—that’s thousands of dollars. Enjoy a limited state refund when you purchase a battery backup. While you’re working from home—teaching ABCs to one kid and geometry to another (wishing you’d paid more [...]
What to Know About Solar Tax Credits for 2020
The federal government enacted the Energy Policy Act in 2005, when business and residential consumers began receiving a 30% tax credit for solar energy system installations. Since last year, the tax credit has dropped a bit but is still sizable and worth considering: Year Business Home Business Residential 2017-2019 30% tax credit 30% tax credit 30% tax credit 2020 26% tax credit 26% tax credit 26% tax credit 2021 22% tax credit 22% tax credit 22% tax credit After 2021 10% tax credit 10% tax credit What does that mean in real numbers? Let’s just suppose your solar energy [...]
How to Avoid PG&E’s Public Safety Power Shutoff Program
This opinion column's opening line sums up how many Bay Area residents feel about PG&E after we were left in the dark this October. “Power companies have two jobs: Keep the lights on and don’t kill your customers. Pacific Gas and Electric Co. of Northern California flunks on both counts.” Statements from PG&E, like the one confirming that the Public Safety Power Shutoff program could continue for a decade, aren’t helping. To make matters even worse, PG&E’s communication about the forced blackouts has left many frustrated. Here’s how you can avoid PG&E’s Public Safety Power Shutoff program for years [...]
Take Back Your Power From PG&E.
If you’re reading this, you may be one of the hundreds of thousands of customers who recently had their power shut off by PG&E—twice. So much for those freezer items. Don’t worry though. It’s not all lights out. Synergy Power has your solution: energy independence. Going solar is an efficient, cost-effective, and environmentally responsible way to take back your power. Simply call us at 866-202-6737 to discuss your options—we can provide an in-home proposal within a week. We even have battery backups and generators since you’ll need those to utilize your solar the next time PG&E announces a blackout. Don’t [...]
The Silver Lining to PG&E’s Public Safety Power Shutoff Program
We put up with a lot as Bay Area residents. We know that California has sky-high tax rates and that the cost of living is ludicrous. We know the Big One will hit one day. Each day we deal with more and more traffic. No longer is it just on the highways, now we face stress just trying to get to the other side of town! And then there’s been the threats and development of devastating fires lately. We can deal with these unpleasant daily scenarios. But PG&E’s Public Safety Power Shutoff program? (Insert angry emoji of your choice) As [...]
3 Reasons Why You Should Go Solar NOW
If you’ve been considering solar, you should know that time is running out to maximize your incentives for 2019. Your new system must be INSTALLED and operational before year-end, and we only have a few remaining slots on our calendar. Call (866)437-9402 NOW to maximize your savings. Here are the top 3 reasons to go solar RIGHT NOW: The tax credit is dropping. At the end of 2019, the federal tax credit for solar panels will go down from 30% to 26%. That’s a 13% drop. While 13% might not seem like a lot, depending on the size of [...]
PG&E Power Outages: Be Ready
How are you preparing for the forced power outages that PG&E will be providing (and that you’ll be paying for)? Here’s an idea with a nice longer-term solution: upgrade to solar power and a backup generator, and leave PG&E’s drama behind. What Makes Solar Power an Upgrade? For many reasons, changing your electric provider from PG&E to solar energy is a substantial upgrade. Here are a few reasons why: Solar power is a renewable energy source. That sounds like a “save the Earth” type of reason (which it is), but it also means constant energy for you. Solar power [...]
Why California Electric Vehicle Owners Should Charge with Solar
What do the environment, the HOV lane, and your wallet all have in common since you bought your electric vehicle (EV)? They’re all a little greener. Now you can make that shade of green even greener by switching to solar-power at home. But you should know why going solar is worth the financial investment - and why it's just one of the benefits of going solar in California. Why Solar-Powered EV Charging Is the Way to Go in California Why should you use solar-powered EV charging at home when you can just use a standard home electrical outlet? Consider [...]
Can Solar Save Me Money?
Switching your business or home's energy provider from conventional electric to solar energy may seem daunting. But there are many advantages! By switching to solar, you are generating your own pollution-free, clean electricity - it's good for the environment. You can make the switch without any lifestyle changes since solar power works just the same as conventional electricity. And you'll be investing your funds into your own home, not into the utility company's future. Sure, all those things feel good. But the question we hear the most from potential customers (and we don't blame them!) is this: Will switching to [...]
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