Lee Wallender is a home improvement writer of nearly 20 years and specializes in home remodeling, repair and maintenance. Kristin is a lead editor at Forbes Home and has nearly a decade of ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. In the era of rising electricity costs, solar panels are a one-time investment that will greatly reduce the weight of high monthly bills. The ...

Having spent 30+ years in residential construction, contracting, remodeling, maintenance and home repair, Deane now contributes DIY, informational and financial content as a freelance writer and ...

Solar panels are a great way to reduce your carbon footprint by lowering the amount of energy you're using from gas and electric. However, adding solar panels to your house can be a big project, and ...

Switch to solar with a system built for you. Going solar is often fairly expensive, which can be intimidating to those buying panels for the first time. Luckily, there are ways to save, like taking ...

On a sunny, early summer morning, Matthew Milner waited in his driveway in the Berkeley hills. It was his solar install day, and he was excited. He greeted the installers and walked them around to the ...

France-based hybrid solar module manufacturer DualSun has launched a new foldable solar kit for residential and outdoor applications. The Preasy plug-and-play PV kits offer a good alternative for ...

Living on the road and off the grid is appealing to many, but it involves a lot more than just selling your home and powering off your phone. To get an RV ready for solar use, there’s quite a bit of ...

Rooftop solar as an alternative energy source has been recommended to homeowners for years. It's one of the best ways to cut utility bills, help the environment, and keep your home running through ...

Swedish furniture retailer Ikea is selling plug-in solar kits in Germany, with storage-inclusive systems starting at €1,229 ($1,425) and reaching €2,800 for versions featuring four 520 W panels. The ...