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Solar leasing: another way to go solar
Available in Oregon for qualifying homeowners in eligible utility areas. (Live in Washington? Learn about leasing options in WA State.) Buying solar isn’t the only way to put solar on your home. With a solar lease, A&R Solar designs and installs your system, while a third-party provider owns the equipment.
Northwest Wildfires and Smoke: What They Mean for Your Solar
Summer in the Pacific Northwest now brings not just sun, but also the possibility of intense wildfire smoke.
Cleaning Solar Panels to Maintain Performance
Cleaning solar panels in the Northwest can be as easy as waiting for it to rain.
Tired of Gig Harbor Power Outages? Solar + Battery Storage Helps
Gig Harbor homeowners: solar + battery storage keeps your lights on when storms knock out power. Honest answers from A&R Solar, installing since 2007.
Is Solar Worth It If You Have Puget Sound Energy?
PSE rates are up 30%+ since 2023 — and more increases are filed. Here’s what Washington homeowners need to know before going solar.
Understanding Your Electric Bill: Where Solar Saves You the Most
Washington and Oregon homeowners: learn how to read your electric bill and see exactly where solar reduces your costs — before you get a quote.
What Is Net Metering? How It Works for Washington and Oregon Homeowners
What is net metering and how does this solar incentive help reduce your energy bill?
Energy Saving Tips for 2026: Cut Bills Without Overcomplicating Your Home
Use these practical energy saving tips to reduce utility bills in 2026. Learn how thermostat settings, phantom loads, insulation, smart plugs, and solar can help Washington and Oregon homeowners save energy.
How Solar Power Fuels the Future for Bellevue’s Youth
Boys & Girls Club solar array TL;DR The Boys & Girls Clubs of Bellevue partnered with A&R Solar to install a 94 kW solar array at their 100th Ave NE fac…
What Is the Solar Payback Period? How to Calculate Solar ROI
Learn how the solar payback period works, what affects your break-even timeline, and why Washington and Oregon homeowners should look beyond payback alone.
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