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Question: “If I get solar, will I need batteries to make it work?”   The answer to this question is No. Systems installed in the Midwest very rarely have or need to have batteries. The reason why you do not need a battery is that we are putting the energy…

More than one million residential solar arrays have been installed across the United States and many more homeowners have begun to consider solar energy for their home. If you are considering installing solar on your roof, you probably have some questions regarding what occurs when your solar company comes out…

If you are considering purchasing solar for your home and have started your research, you have probably found that there is no shortage of brands out there. How do you evaluate these companies? What separates a good panel from a bad panel? What would be best for you in your…

Solar is still relatively new in Ohio and, because of this, people are unsure how it will impact their property. Questions like “Is it safe on my roof?” and “Will it cause roofing issues?” are heard frequently in places where solar is still emerging. Although the Ohio solar market is…

Solar has grown by over 5,000% since 2008. While some early adopters and environmentally-minded businesses and homeowners are installing solar for altruistic reasons, the vast majority of that growth is due to the financial benefits of solar. The price has finally leveled off recently after 15 years of steady and…

For homeowners who foresee remaining in their homes for years and have energy consumption concerns, installing solar panels is a likely consideration. Adding these devices offers important benefits. They can lower utility bills, boost the resale value of a home, and reduce the amount of time it takes to sell…

At Solar is Freedom®, we get to sit down with homeowners right here in the Midwest every single day. From these meetings, there are two major misconceptions that we get asked on a regular basis about installing a solar array on your home or business.   Misconception Number One: “When…

Question: “If I get solar, will I need batteries to make it work?”   The answer to this question is No. Systems installed in the Midwest, very rarely have or need to have batteries. The reason why you do not need a battery is that we are putting the energy…

Electricity is not a luxury, it is a necessity. When your bill comes, you pay it. If your bill is expensive, you may try to scale back consumption or look for ways to be more efficient. You don’t turn out all the lights and shut off the AC. And what…