Posted March 3, 2021
Boston Solar breaks down the many factors that contributed to Texas’ historic blackouts amid winter storm Uri and explains why a similar occurrence is unlikely in Massachusetts. Learn about clean energy measures and the importance of solar battery storage as we modernize the grid and move toward a more sustainable future.
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Did you know you can receive additional incentive income by adding solar battery storage to your system of solar PV panels? Boston Solar walks you through the ConnectedSolutions solar battery program, which compensates National Grid and Eversource MA homeowners for demand response throughout the year.
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Take a look at what an Eversource and a National Grid electricity bill will look like after installing solar panels on your Massachusetts home. Boston Solar uncovers how much solar electricity can save you each month, what a negative bill looks like, as well as other solar incentives like net metering, SMART incentives, & the federal solar tax credit.
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It has been a doozy of a year for everyone, but Boston Solar has still been able to make moves when it comes to solar installation throughout Massachusetts. Learn how many installations we’ve completed this year, how much energy and money we’ve helped save, and about other notable projects we are proud of.
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There are many financial incentives to reduce the cost of installing solar, but if you wait until after 2021 those savings could expire! Learn about the federal solar tax credit, the Massachusetts state solar tax credit, SMART incentives, and more from the number one Massachusetts based solar installer at Boston Solar.
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Are you thinking of adding solar battery storage to your residential or commercial solar installation plans? Learn from Boston Solar, what it will take to qualify the cost of installing a solar plus storage system for the income tax incentive of the Federal Investment Tax Credit here in Massachusetts.
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Installing solar panels can change how snow accumulates on your roof in Massachusetts, but snow guards protect your home and family from the threat of avalanches. Learn how snow guards, snow rails, and snow pads work, from the Massachusetts solar installer, Boston Solar. Schedule a free solar quote today.
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Learn about the tax benefits of solar installation beyond the federal and Massachusetts state solar tax credits. Boston Solar ensures you understand every aspect of the savings you can see from installing solar, including the property tax exemption, sales tax exemption, and more. Schedule a free quote today.
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Find out what Boston Solar is doing to maintain its best business practices while accounting for the health and safety of Massachusetts customers amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. With a combination of virtual solutions, employee screening, and sanitization measures, Boston Solar continues to put safety first.
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Learn which appliances in your home are using the most energy, and how upgrading your home’s energy efficiency today can reduce your future solar installation costs. Boston Solar is the number one Massachusetts based solar installer, specializing in residential solar installation and solar battery storage.
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AC or DC coupling—how do both work for saving all of the renewable and environmentally friendly solar energy with your solar battery storage system? Boston Solar unpacks the differences between the two, and how you can keep your lights on during an outage with solar plus storage. Get a free solar quote today.
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Concerned about the upfront cost of solar? Learn about your solar financing options, and how owning your solar panel system provides many more benefits in the form of solar incentives. Boston Solar can help you choose the right solar loan option, while designing a solar PV system customized to your energy needs.
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Learn about the pros and cons of backup generators and solar battery backup systems, and how you can utilize the strengths of these emergency power solutions to keep the lights on during an outage. Boston Solar is an authorized installer of Tesla Powerwall and sonnenBatterie for your custom designed solar PV system.
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Don’t wait until next year, by installing solar before the end of 2020, you’ll benefit from max solar savings. Learn more about the federal solar tax credit in 2020, SMART incentives, and how much energy residential solar installation can save your home, from the number one Massachusetts based solar installer at Boston Solar.
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Looking for a home improvement project to turn your summer at home into a productive season? Boston Solar shares some of the top home summer projects that can improve the comfort and enjoyability of your home. Plus, learn why now is the time to take advantage of the savings from installing solar panels!
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Did you hear the Solar Massachusetts Renewable Target (SMART) incentive program has been doubled? Learn about the increased SMART blocks, and how you can take advantage of this lucrative solar incentive with your residential solar PV installation. Boston Solar is the number one Mass. based solar installer.
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Are you concerned your energy bills are on the rise while you work from home this summer? Boston Solar can help offset your increase in energy usage, and prepare your home for decades of energy savings with solar-plus-storage installation. Boston Solar is a certified installer of Tesla Powerwall and sonnenBatterie.
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How much can you expect solar panels to increase the resale value of a home here in Massachusetts? Boston Solar uncovers what the research says about solar’s impact on real estate values, and how investing in solar now can pay off in the long run. Schedule a free quote from the number one Mass. based solar installer.
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By financing your solar installation with the right solar loan, you can keep your custom-designed system of solar PV panels cash positive while reducing your carbon footprint. Boston Solar uncovers the details behind $0 down solar financing, and how you can use solar incentives to get the most out of your system.
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Have you been wondering about the benefits and available incentives for going solar here in Needham like the Solarize Mass Plus program along with state and federal solar incentives? Boston Solar is the official solar installer for the Solarize Needham program and can help you secure maximum savings on going solar.
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Did you know there are many financial incentives to help reduce the cost of installing solar panels on your Salem, Swampscott, or Nahat home? Boston Solar walks you through the many incentives in the North Shore that make going solar that much easier—like the Solarize Mass Plus Program, Federal and state tax breaks, & more.
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A message from Boston Solar on what we are doing to maintain our best business practices, while accounting for the health and safety of our fellow Bay Staters amid the spread of COVID-19. With a combination of virtual solutions, employee screening, and sanitization measures, Boston Solar puts safety first.
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Looking to join a mission-driven team of solar professionals, master electricians, and installation experts here in Massachusetts? Boston Solar, the number one Mass. based solar installer, offers competitive salaries and impressive benefits. Learn more about our job openings and solar career opportunities with Boston Solar.
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The city of Brookline, MA just banned the installation of new fossil fuel pipelines in homes and buildings. How does this affect the future of energy here in Massachusetts? Boston Solar uncovers the all-electric movement and the role that renewable solar energy plays in a low-carbon future for the Bay State.
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You already know solar energy is good for the environment, but what are the actual carbon-reducing stats of installing solar panels on your Massachusetts home? Boston Solar walks you through how much CO2 emissions your solar PV system can save when you trust a local solar contractor here in the greater Boston area.
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Wondering what SMART blocks are still available in your city? Boston Solar has compiled all the resources you need to sign up for the most lucrative Massachusetts SMART solar incentive block and start generating income from your renewable solar energy. Boston Solar is a full service solar installation contractor.
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How has solar technology progressed in the 21st century? Solar panels are getting cheaper and more efficient, which means there has never been a better time to go solar here in Massachusetts. Learn how the Federal Solar Tax Credit and SMART incentives can reduce the cost of installing solar with Boston Solar.
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Have you been wondering what is behind the house fires attributed to solar panels throughout MA lately? Learn what is causing these solar panel fires, and how you can avoid the dangers of a poorly installed solar PV system. Boston Solar is a 5 star rated Mass. based solar installer, with more than 4,000 safe installations.
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There are still incentives available to homeowners looking to reduce the cost of their solar installations in 2020. Learn how the Federal Investment Tax Credit, Massachusetts state offered tax breaks, & SMART incentive income can reduce how much it costs to power your home with renewable energy. Schedule a free quote.
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Another trip around the sun — the same sun that the solar panels we have installed throughout Massachusetts are turning into renewable energy. Take a look at the year we’ve had here at Boston Solar, reducing the carbon footprint and energy bills of our friends and neighbors with professional solar installation.
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Learn how to make sure your new solar panel installation is covered by your homeowners insurance, and rest easy knowing your solar panels are a lasting investment. Boston Solar is a full service local solar installation contractor serving the North Shore, South Shore, greater Boston Metro area, and the Pioneer Valley.
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Hoping to use your solar panels to keep the lights on during the next Nor’easter? Learn how combining a custom solar PV system with Tesla Powerwall or sonnenBatterie will keep your family safe and comfortable in the wind and snow. Boston Solar is a trusted solar contractor serving Salem to Springfield.
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NFL teams and stadiums across the country are using solar energy to reduce their energy consumption. Boston Solar uncovers how teams like the New England Patriots, the Falcons, and the Eagles are utilizing solar panels and LED lighting to make game day more sustainable. Boston Solar is a full-service solar contractor in MA.
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What if you could spend less on your heating costs this year, and reduce the cost of installing solar panels on your Massachusetts home? Boston Solar has the money-saving home heating tips you’re looking for, from closing up your fireplace to scheduling a no cost home energy assessment. Learn more here.
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Did you know there are programs available to help reduce the cost of installing solar panels on your Salem, Swampscott, or Nahant, MA home? Boston Solar is the exclusive solar photovoltaic installer with the Solarize Mass Plus program for homeowners on the North Shore. Solarize Mass Plus is powered by MassCEC and DOER.
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How can you be sure your solar installer isn’t trying to take advantage of you? These best practices are what keep the solar industry honest, and upfront. Before you start searching for “solar companies near me,” learn how Boston Solar is keeping up with the customer service standards of the solar industry.
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Get the details on solar net metering here in Massachusetts, and learn if your utility company offers the decades of energy bill savings that net metering can provide. Boston Solar is the Bay State’s number one MA based solar insaller, and will design and install a solar PV system designed for your needs.
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There are big savings to be had for homeowners in Needham who are considering solar installations for their homes. The Solarize Mass Plus program is back in Needham, offering rebates and incentives on air source heat pumps, electric vehicles, and a custom-designed solar power system from Boston Solar.
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If you have questions about solar energy or just want to show off your solar IQ, this is the quiz for you. Test your knowledge, and see what installing solar panels can do for your Massachusetts home. Boston Solar is the number one MA based solar installer, serving the North and South Shores all the way to Hampden.
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Is it safe to install solar panels on your roof? Are there electrical dangers of solar energy? Boston Solar explains why a safe solar installation is key to reducing any risks involved with solar energy. Put your solar safety concerns behind you when you trust the licensed and experienced solar pros at Boston Solar.
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How can an energy audit save you energy for years to come? Make the home performance upgrades your home truly needs, with a professional home energy audit. Plus, learn how a more efficient home can benefit your future solar installation project, with Boston Solar — the #1 Massachusetts based solar installer.
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What if you didn’t have to choose between a comfortable home & a high energy bill in the summer? Installing solar panels on your home can reduce your need to run your air conditioner & offset your electricity usage. Boston Solar is the #1 MA based solar installer serving the North & South Shore, Central & Western MA.
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Find out how clean solar energy benefits local communities in Massachusetts — by supporting the local economy, creating jobs, protecting the environment, and more. Boston Solar is the number-one Massachusetts-based solar installer, serving greater Boston, the North and South Shore, and Western Mass.
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Find out how temperature, heat, and shading affect the efficiency of solar panels — with Boston Solar, Massachusetts’ trusted local residential solar expert. Boston Solar discusses the impact that heat and shading can have on solar energy production, and how contractors can maximize efficiency with proper installation.
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Learn more about the solar installation process, the steps involved, and the typical timeline from start to finish. Find out how fast you could have solar panels installed on your home. Boston Solar is a leading installer of residential solar PV systems in the greater Boston area and throughout Massachusetts.
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Wondering if you can trust online solar calculators? Learn the difference between programs like Project Sunroof and Solar Reviews, and a customized solar quote from a trusted local solar expert. Boston Solar provides custom solar quotes and professional residential solar installation throughout Massachusetts.
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Stay up-to-date on the SMART solar incentive program and find out if you still have time to install a solar PV system and qualify for SMART financial incentives. Boston Solar is Massachusetts’ premier authority on solar and local incentives, offering residential and commercial solar panel system installation as well as solar batteries.
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Reduce your carbon emissions, protect the environment, and align with new solar initiatives by investing in solar for your business. Learn more about the environmental benefits of commercial solar. Boston Solar installs solar for business, institutions, and other major organizations in Massachusetts.
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Investing in solar for your business can reduce your tax burden, deliver high ROI, stabilize your budget, and more. Learn about the economic benefits of a commercial solar PV system. Boston Solar is a leading solar installer serving the North Shore, Metro West, South Shore, Central Mass, and Western Mass.
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Find out why winter is a great time to install solar panels here in Massachusetts — and what the benefits are to scheduling your installation before the spring. Boston Solar is the #1 residential solar contractor based in Massachusetts and is prepared to handle your solar installation even if it snows.
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Dana Goodman, Community Programs Specialist at Boston Solar, interviews Boston Solar customer Dana Evans about her positive experience selling her home with solar. Evans discusses how solar added value to her home.
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It’s time to get smart about Massachusetts’ new incentive program, SMART. At Boston Solar, we’ll tell you everything you need to know about SMART and how it can help you get the most out of your solar installation.
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If you’re wondering whether or not your home is viable for solar, you’ve come to the right place. In this week’s blog post, we’re showing you what’s considered a viable home for solar.
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Interested in going solar but not quite sure where to start? We broke the process down into seven simple steps, so you can spend less time researching the process and more time going solar!
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Let’s look at the major events from 2017 that are shaping solar in 2018.
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One of the top concerns of homeowners with solar is how the solar panels are secured to the roof and how it affects or damages a roof. Will there be holes? Will it leak? Boston Solar prides itself on its 10-year workmanship guarantee. We know that solar will not make your roof leak and we guarantee that.
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Why Every Home-Based Business Should Consider Going Solar
Each year, more and more home-based business owners in Massachusetts realize the business benefits of solar energy. Installing a solar energy system not only reduces energy costs, but home business owners can take advantage of other financial incentives that make a big difference in both their personal and professional bottom line.
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If your familiar with solar in Massachusetts, you know about the SREC program. Today, the Massachusetts Department of Energy Resources (MA DOER) announced an extension to the SREC II program. We'll discuss why the time to go solar is NOW before the next program is instated and what it's successor may look like.
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Solar Renewable Energy Credits (SRECs) are an enormous incentive to going solar in Massachusetts, but they will be gone in 2018. Learn more about SRECs in this blog post.
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Definitions of some of the most common solar terms that we are asked to define regularly.
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Will shade reduce your solar panel efficiency? What direction is best for solar panels? Learn from the Massachusetts solar experts at Boston Solar about all the variables that can affect your solar panel production and how to maximize your solar panel output. Boston Solar is the #1 Mass. based solar installer.
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Your customer experience is what we think about on a daily basis and it starts with our process of explaining solar to you.
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Boston Solar is dedicated to helping families and businesses reduce dependence on their electric utility.