If you installed solar or battery storage last year, you may be eligible for the 30% federal solar tax credit and that can have a real impact when you file your taxes. It doesn’t work like a rebate and it doesn’t magically show up as a surprise check. It reduces your federal tax bill based on how much you owe and what you’ve already paid.
Tesla has announced a recall for a limited group of Powerwall 2 units due to a third party battery cell defect. This issue does not affect Powerwall 3 and Tesla is replacing all affected Powerwall 2 units at no cost to customers.
We’re sharing some big news here at Western Solar with a mix of gratitude, nostalgia, and excitement. After 15 years of dedicated service across a wide range of roles, our General Manager, Eric Blatz, is retiring.
The 2025 solar tax credit marks the final year to claim the full 30% federal incentive. But with the deadline approaching, rising demand has led to inflated prices and misleading offers. Learn how to navigate the 2025 solar tax credit deadline, compare solar installation costs, and choose a trusted installer so you don’t end up paying more than the credit is worth.
In preparation for upcoming commercial projects, the Western Solar installation crew recently completed essential aerial lift and telehandler training. With exciting projects involving a multi-building installation with Bellingham Public Schools and more in the Western Solar pipeline, the acquired skills elevate our installers to a new level of expertise.
Compared to other mechanical components in your home, solar panels are relatively maintenance-free. But much like your furnace filter or clothes dryer exhaust, they do need occasional TLC to maximize their efficiency.
Learn why national solar companies are going bankrupt in 2024, despite the booming solar market, how aggressive sales tactics and poor installations are driving customer dissatisfaction, and why local installers offer a better alternative.
Typically, systems are sized to offset up to 100% of your annual electricity usage, give or take a percentage point or two. You can expect proposals to be similar in overall system size/capacity (kW) and annual production (kWh), even accounting for different equipment.
This act was crafted in response to increasing complaints from homeowners about misleading marketing, over-promised savings, and faulty installations, and it aims to enhance transparency and accountability on behalf of consumers.
