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Contrary to popular belief, solar energy is not free, and it’s certainly not cheap. However, it still beats your local utility in terms of energy costs. Solar energy will provide savings; it’s just a matter of when. The timing of these savings depends on the method...

For an average home with average usage, cash purchases for solar systems in New Jersey range from $35,000 to $50,000 before incentives, depending on conditions, and $18,000 to $30,000 after incentives. Financing options, although less popular due to rising interest...

With the recent news of SunPower exiting the installation and servicing business and potentially going bust, Titan closing their doors and Sunrun getting sued once again, it may leave a lot of current solar customers a bit shaken up and worried about the future of...

The answer is YES. Solar panels really do save you money. Are there outliers that exist where an unethical solar company sold you bad equipment with a shoddy installation that caused you to spend more than you saved? Of course there are. It’s almost equivalent to...

A seemingly boring topic, but an important one a homeowner needs to know during their solar journey. What kind of inverter will you be getting with your solar system? This critical component converts the direct current (DC) produced by solar panels into alternating...

When winter arrives and the snow starts to fall, many homeowners with solar panels wonder how their systems will be affected. Will the snow block sunlight and reduce energy production? Do you need to worry about damage or maintenance? In this article, we will explore...

Have you been exploring solar energy options and are now considering whether a Solar PPA (Power Purchase Agreement) is the right fit for you? Or maybe it even sounds as though it is a scam. When people get to this stage in their solar journey, they often ask questions...

Have you ever wondered if owning solar panels is really the best way to go solar? When people hear about solar PPAs (Power Purchase Agreements), they often start asking questions like, “Is owning solar panels the only way to go?” They might search for “solar PPA vs...

Each year, at Cleanstart, we meet with well over 500 households in the Bergen County, NJ area to discuss their solar installation needs. Many people are aware of our expertise and transparency about solar energy, and as a result, they often ask us about other...

Table of Contents Advantages of Solar Batteries: Disadvantages of Solar Batteries: Advantages of Gas-Powered Generators: Disadvantages of Gas-Powered Generators: Solar Battery vs. Gas Generator: 3-Day Blackout Cost Comparison Calculating Home Energy Needs for a 3-Day...

So, you’re exploring the possibility of going solar through a solar PPA (power purchase agreement), and you want to make sure you’re getting a good “rate”. In this article, which I’m almost certain has never been written about before, I am going to cover what actually...

If you find yourself frequently away from home or spending most of your time at work, you might wonder if solar power is right for you. It might seem logical to stick with conventional electricity if you’re not there to use the solar energy your panels produce. The...

With the advent of solar energy, solar batteries have become a key component, enabling the storage of solar power for use during cloudy days and blackouts. While they offer numerous benefits, including energy independence and reduced electricity costs, they also come...

What are the average savings when going solar in New Jersey? In solar, we tend to calculate savings based on the length of the warranty. At Cleanstart, we offer 25 year fully comprehensive warranties. So we will calculate the savings based on 25 years. For the sake of...

Table of Contents Understanding Your Electric Bill What Are The Current Electric Rates Across New Jersey? Electricity Costs: A Breakdown by Major Providers Are New Jersey Electric Rates Really Going up? Why Are New Jersey’s Electric Rates Increasing? How Green Energy...

Welcome to our quick guide on the top 5 solar panels of 2024! A question often asked by consumers in the market for a new solar system is: “What is the best solar panel of 2024”. With the huge push for sustainable energy, choosing the right solar panel for your home...

There are probably over 100 different questions we get asked about a solar PPA during a solar consultation, but the question of what happens if I don’t pay my solar PPA is not one of those common ones. At least one we don’t typically get IN PERSON. However, I have...

Is solar free? No, solar energy is not free. It may take hundreds of years for any form of electricity to ever be free. Regardless of the method, cooling your home in the summer and lighting it at night will always incur a cost. What about off-grid living? Living off...

This article will go over the 4 most common misconceptions regarding solar PPA’s discussed on popular websites. After potential solar homeowners hear a pitch about the benefits of a solar PPA, they often become a bit skeptical of this option to acquire solar because...

Our sales reps often get asked by our potential clients, what are some of the problems they may encounter once they have decided to install a solar system on their home? Even If you’re just contemplating investing in solar panels and have pursued any online resources,...

How Sports Organizations Lead the Charge for Renewable Energy Today, solar energy integration within sports organizations is a compelling case study, resonating with broader societal imperatives of a more sustainable future. This necessitates an examination of the...

Introduction You may have found this article because you were entertaining the idea of solar and were wondering what impact going solar would have when you go to sell the home. Will it raise the value like some people say? Or would it complicate the process and make...

Are you wondering if paying cash for solar panels is the best option? You might be considering this because of a recent solar appointment or curiosity about the most cost-effective way to go solar. In this article, we’ll explore why paying cash for your solar system...

Is a solar PPA right for you? With solar PPA’s on the rise, a common question we often get asked is, is a solar PPA worth it? In order for you to answer this question for yourself, you first need to know exactly what a PPA is and what may be the negatives of a solar...

Introduction Whether you just got done meeting with a solar salesman and he presented to you a solar PPA and you’re a bit skeptical or you just heard about it in passing and you want to learn all about a solar PPA, this article is for you. Table of Contents...

Top 4 Reasons Why Going Solar Might Not Be Right for You (An extensive guide) First, I want to start off by saying this particular blog post is unusually long. It is like this because I wanted to really debunk a lot of the myths and misconceptions that plague the...