From shopping to generating electricity, the process of getting solar can take months. Here's what'll happen on installation day (and how to prep for it). Most people will need to find an installer to ...

Place the solar panels on the roof according to the pre-project planning diagram you created and install the brackets. If attaching brackets to your van roof with adhesives, be sure to clean the area ...

For some homeowners, installing solar panels can save thousands in energy costs—but it isn’t a given Written By Written by Contributor, Buy Side Aly J. Yale is a contributor at Buy Side and an expert ...

Switch to solar with a system built for you. Beyond providing clean energy and helping you save money on your electricity bills, solar panels also appeal to many homebuyers, increasing your home’s ...

As a former realtor, general contractor and greenhouse operator, Kristi has touched nearly all aspects of homeownership, from the foundation up. Today, Kristi is a full-time investing and real estate ...

Energy costs continue to go up, making it more expensive to power your home than ever before. If you're concerned about what your future bill might look like, installing solar panels might seem like ...

Ashlyn is one of Forbes Home's in-house writers and a former civil engineer-turned content writer with over six years experience. Until recently, Ashlyn focused on creating content for Forbes Home as ...

It depends, so do your research first. By Ronda Kaysen Q: We were considering installing solar panels on the roof of our home in Nassau County, New York, even though we expect to move within five ...

Looking to add a unique and functional feature to your garden? In this tutorial, I’ll show you how to install a rain chain that also functions as a solar-powered fountain. It’s a simple upgrade that ...