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.
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.
At Boston Solar, we help homeowners and businesses throughout Massachusetts harness the benefits of clean, renewable solar energy. In honor of Earth Day, we’re sharing just how going solar can positively impact our environment and the Earth we live on.
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!
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.
Learn why winter is a great time to install solar panels in Massachusetts. Boston Solar installs solar panels in the winter and can help you take advantage of benefits like higher solar incentives, strong winter energy production, and beating the summer rush. Schedule a consultation today!
Learn more about how solar panels work in the winter and how much energy solar panels produce in the winter from the solar installer Boston and Massachusetts homeowners trust—Boston Solar. We install solar panels year-round! Schedule a consultation today.
Find out how to keep your home safe from roof avalanches and extend the life of your solar panel system with snow and critter guards. Boston Solar installs snow and critter guards on residential solar PV systems in Massachusetts to give you peace of mind concerning your solar investment.
Find out if a grid-tied, off-grid, or hybrid solar PV system is best for your home in Massachusetts. Each solar system type offers various levels of energy independence and energy bill savings. Learn more about solar system options from Boston Solar, Massachusetts’ #1 residential solar installer.
Solar contractors use a lot of terms which may be confusing to homeowners and businesses who are considering solar — like inverter, grid parity, net metering, off-grid. Check out our guide to common solar energy terms to better understand widely used terminology in the solar energy industry.
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.
Learn about the many towns and cities in Massachusetts that are putting programs in place to conserve more energy and pave the way for a clean energy future. Boston Solar is a trusted local solar company in MA, helping homeowners and businesses alike understand the benefits of renewable energy.
Find out how solar affects home resale value — and what happens when you sell or buy a home with solar panels. Boston Solar, a Massachusetts based solar installer serving homeowners from Western Mass to the North Shore and South Shore, takes you through various solar real estate scenarios.
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.
Are solar panels good or bad for the environment? Learn about the environmental benefits of solar from the #1 local solar company in Massachusetts, Boston Solar, serving the North Shore all the way to Western Mass.
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.
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.
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.
Not sure if your roof is right for solar energy? Learn which direction will provide the most solar production from your newly installed solar panels here in the Northeast. Boston Solar has nearly a decade of experience installing solar PV systems throughout Massachusetts.
Learn how solar helps cut air conditioning costs for Massachusetts homeowners. Boston Solar can design a custom solar power system that offsets your air conditioner’s energy consumption and reduces your summer electricity bills. Schedule a free consultation today!
Learn everything you need to know about going solar as a new homeowner in this guide from Boston Solar. Whether you’re installing solar panels on a new home or buying a home with solar panels in Massachusetts, we can help. Schedule a free consultation today!
Learn everything you need to know about installing solar at your rental properties from the #1 MA-based solar installer, Boston Solar. How can landlords benefit from solar? How does solar work for a rental property? Boston Solar answers these and more questions. Click here!
Learn why solar panels can’t provide backup energy on their own and how Boston Solar can help you find the right backup power source for your home. We’re the #1 MA-based solar installer. Call today to schedule a free consultation.
Learn everything you need to know about solar inverters from the experts at Boston Solar. How do solar inverters work? Are there different types of solar inverters? Keep reading to learn more. Ready to start your solar journey? Schedule a free consultation with Boston Solar today!
Find out how solar panels for your home work step by step in this blog from Boston Solar, the number one MA-based solar installer. What is solar energy? How do solar PV panels work on a house or building? Keep reading to learn more. Call Boston Solar today to schedule a consultation for your home solar installation.
Learn about five of the best solar incentives available to Massachusetts homeowners and how Boston Solar can help you take advantage of savings. From SMART solar incentives to solar net metering, solar tax credits, and more, we break down the best ways to save with solar.
Take a look at how Boston Solar and Massachusetts residents saved money, earned MA solar incentives, reduced carbon emissions, and improved the local community with solar panels this year. See what we did and 2021 and how you can go solar in 2022 with the leading solar company near you in Massachusetts.
Learn why the coming year is a great time to go solar in Massachusetts. Take advantage of solar incentives like the federal solar tax credit, the MA SMART solar incentive program, ConnectedSolutions, and so much more. Schedule a consultation with Boston Solar today.
Find the perfect solar company near you in Massachusetts. Learn how to distinguish between qualified and unqualified solar installers, and learn what to look for when choosing a commercial or residential solar installation company. Schedule a consultation with Boston Solar today—we’re the #1 MA-based installer!
Make your business a healthier and more comfortable place to work while reducing your operating costs and improving your bottom line! Learn tips to improve building efficiency and health from Boston Solar, like commercial solar installation, commercial indoor air quality improvements, heat pumps for businesses, and more.
Learn more about solar microgrid energy systems, including how solar microgrids work and the benefits of solar microgrids. Boston Solar can help you find the right solar solution for your home with leading products like Enphase microinverters and batteries.
Residential solar panels tend to be around 65-75 inches long, 40 inches wide, and weigh around 40 pounds. Learn more about solar panel size and solar panel weight and find out how Boston Solar can help you maximize your roof space with a custom solar energy system. Call today!
See how Boston Solar is joining forces with the Red Sox to encourage more solar installations in Massachusetts. Learn more about the benefits of solar and how the Boston Red Sox are making sustainability strides in baseball. Looking for a home solar company in MA? Call us today!
Learn how well solar panels work in shade and cloudy weather in this overview from Boston Solar. Find out how much direct sunlight solar panels need and how we can maximize electricity production with a custom solar system for your home. Schedule a FREE consultation today!
Solar is the most abundant renewable energy source on the planet! Learn more green solar facts and find out how you can make sustainability a part of your St. Patrick’s Day celebrations this year with help from Boston Solar, the #1 home solar provider near you in Massachusetts.
Keep electricity costs low and avoid winter energy prices spikes by going solar now! Solar panels power your home for free so you can save money. Beat the rush and schedule a free solar panel cost estimate with Boston Solar today. We’re the leading solar provider near you in MA. Call today!
Learn more about the Enphase IQ8 solar microinverter and the benefits of this leading solar panel inverter technology, like backup power without a solar battery. Find out how Boston Solar can help you take full control of your solar power generation with Enphase solar products. Schedule a consultation today
The federal solar tax credit is worth 26% of your solar installation costs in 2022! Schedule your solar installation before the end of the year to qualify for the 26% investment tax credit. Learn more about the solar tax credit in 2022 and schedule a consultation with Boston Solar today!
It usually takes 40 days or less to get your solar permits. Learn more about the variables that impact solar permits, what types of permits you need to install solar panels, and what the solar installation timeline looks like. Boston Solar makes it easy to go solar in MA! Call us today.
Solar panel warranties protect your investment and help you avoid expensive repairs. Learn more about how solar PV panel warranties work. Boston Solar offers some of the best solar panel warranties. Call us today!
Get a 26% federal solar tax credit when you go solar before the end of 2022. Learn more about how the solar investment tax credit works and how to claim it. Boston Solar is the leading solar provider near you in Massachusetts. Call us today to get started!
Earth Overshoot Day is the day our demand for ecological resources exceeds what the Earth can generate. Learn more about Earth Overshoot Day and how you can help create a more sustainable future with Boston Solar, the leading solar provider near you in MA.
Here is how to earn your federal solar tax credit when you go solar before the end of 2022. Learn more about how the solar investment tax credit works and how to claim it.
The federal solar tax credit is being reduced at the end of 2022—learn more about what your business needs to do to qualify for the full 26% by the end of the year! Boston Solar is the #1 Massachusetts-based solar installer. Request a free commercial solar quote today.
Learn what to expect from your solar panels in the summer and the winter. Solar panels generate electricity in all seasons so you can enjoy solar benefits year-round. Schedule a free consultation with Boston Solar today!
Find out what the Inflation Reduction Act means for you, your healthcare, the environment, and your solar panel installation. Boston Solar breaks down the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 in this easy guide!
Follow these seven tips for a sustainable Labor Day in 2022. From post-parade clean-up to reusable party decorations, there are plenty of ways to celebrate an eco-friendly Labor Day. Learn more from Boston Solar.
Solar is a smart investment for Massachusetts homeowners. From energy bill savings to solar incentives and tax credits, there are a lot of reasons to go solar now. Learn more from Boston Solar, Massachusetts’ leading local solar installer.
Massachusetts gets its electricity from natural gas, solar power, wind power, and several other sources. Learn more about the Massachusetts electric grid and how electricity is produced in MA.
Find out what other homeowners wish they knew before going solar! Ask these 10 questions before hiring a solar company in Massachusetts. Schedule a free consultation with Boston Solar today. Local installer with over 10 years experience.
Have the best fall in Massachusetts in 2022! Check out these six New England fall activities from apple picking to leaf peeping and start planning your best fall yet.
The new Massachusetts climate law of 2022 removes restrictions on solar installations and is set to help Massachusetts significantly reduce its carbon emissions. Learn more about what the new climate and clean energy law means for solar installation.
Boston Solar installed a 297-panel commercial solar energy system for MGM Music Hall at Fenway. Read the case study and learn more about commercial solar installation in Massachusetts!
Solar panels save on energy costs not only this winter but every season for the next 20+ years. Learn more about the benefits of solar in the winter and how going solar now can help you avoid winter energy price hikes!
The new MGM Music Hall at Fenway brings more jobs, music, arts, culture, and community to Boston, and it also brings greater sustainability. The venue will be powered by a 297-panel commercial solar energy system designed and installed by Boston Solar, a Proud Partner of the Boston Red Sox.
It’s hard to predict the future, but we know one thing about the coming year—energy costs are going up. National Grid is already expecting a 64% increase in residential electricity bills this winter. Producing your own energy with solar panels is the best way to save on electricity bills and avoid rising costs.
Before you install solar panels on your roof, ask yourself these 4 questions to make sure your roof is suitable for solar panels. Get a professional opinion—schedule a free solar consultation with Boston Solar today!
Check out our round-up of solar industry highlights from 2022! From the Inflation Reduction Act’s solar tax credit increase to new Massachusetts climate legislation and more, it’s been an exciting year for solar energy.
Fall in love with solar benefits in 2023! Lower energy bills, qualify for solar tax credits, reduce your carbon footprint, and more with a Massachusetts solar installation. Schedule a free solar assessment with Boston Solar today.
Find out why energy costs are so high in 2023 and how you can save money on high electric bills with rooftop solar panels. Schedule a free solar consultation with Boston Solar today. We are the leading solar installer near you in Massachusetts.
Electric vehicles qualify for a tax credit worth up to $7,500 in 2023! Learn more about the federal EV tax credit and how it can help you get an affordable electric car.
Solar panels can be recycled, but only partially in the US. Learn more about solar panel disposal practices and what happens to home solar panels when they reach the end of their life.
Get answers to all your questions about the Inflation Reduction Act solar tax credit, including what the tax credit is, who's eligible, and what expenses it covers. Schedule a free solar consultation with Boston Solar today to learn more about solar incentives in MA.
You can roll over unused portions of your solar tax credit for as long as the credit is in effect. Learn more about how federal solar tax credit rollover works from Boston Solar. We are the leading solar installation company in Massachusetts.
Get ready for the Red Sox opening day with Boston Solar! We’re sharing our top tips for getting game day ready. As a Proud Partner of the Boston Red Sox, we're excited to share how we're preparing for the 2023 baseball season.