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Common Solar Panel Direction & Angle Mistakes To Avoid

Installing a solar panel system is one of the best ways to reduce energy costs here in Central Florida. But what you might not know is that the performance of your system ultimately depends on the panel’s placement. Two of the most important factors to consider are direction (the way your panels face) and angle…

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Can I Have Solar Panels Facing Different Directions?

Did you know that you don’t need a traditional roof to go solar? Really, you don’t! We get this question all the time from Tampa homeowners: “Can I install solar panels facing different directions?” The short answer is yes, and it actually might even work better than you think. Roof Isn’t Perfect? Not a Problem! In…

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Our Ultimate Guide To Bird Proofing Your Solar Panels

Solar panels are a great investment for Central Florida homeowners who want to save on energy costs and reduce their overall carbon footprint. But, believe it or not, there is one major issue that can affect the efficiency of solar panels—birds. Yes, you read that right! Birds nesting or perching on your solar panels can…

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What Are Time of Use Rates? How to Strategize Your Solar Usage

Feel like your electric bill just isn’t making sense? You’re not crazy—a radically higher bill could be due to your utility company’s “Time of Use” (TOU) rates. Instead of charging one flat price per kilowatt-hour, TOU rates change depending on when you use electricity. Power up at 2 p.m.? It costs less. Flip on the…

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