A&R Solar blog
Storm season is part of life in the Northwest. With solar and battery backup from A&R Solar, you can keep the lights on, lower your bills, and take control of your power—for good.
Some solar companies advertise no-cost post-installation services, like panel removal for roofing work. But when the time comes, homeowners are often left hanging. Learn how to spot this solar scam.
Verify your installer’s eligibility to ensure you don’t miss out on important rebates and incentives--and choose someone that these reputable organizations have vetted.
National solar companies often inflate energy production estimates and undersize systems to make their quotes more appealing. This results in a system that produces far less than promised, leaving homeowners with higher utility bills than expected.
A solar loan can come with hidden costs in the form of a dealer fee, making solar financing a bit more complicated—and often more expensive. Considering solar financing? Here’s what you need to know.
Solar panel depreciation deductions apply only to businesses and rental properties, not residential homeowners.
Many solar companies use manufactured urgency to pressure homeowners into signing contracts quickly. The goal is to short-circuit your research process and rush you into a decision. But here’s the truth: very few solar-related deadlines are that urgent.
Many national solar sales reps tell homeowners that they can claim the 30% federal tax credit (ITC) on a new roof if it’s bundled with a solar energy installation. Buyers Beware! The tax credit only applies to solar-related expenses, not home improvements like roof replacements.