Discovering you have 3-phase power in your BC home changes your solar planning approach, but it doesn’t make going solar impossible or even necessarily more expensive. Check your electrical panel or utility bill to confirm whether you actually have 3-phase service—many BC homes built before 1970 or properties with workshops and large equipment use this…

Claim your solar investment’s financial benefits by completing the appropriate tax forms—and you could recover up to 30% of your installation costs. British Columbia residents who installed solar panels in the current or previous tax year need to navigate both federal incentives and provincial programs, but the process is more straightforward than most homeowners expect.…

Expect to invest between $15,000 and $35,000 for a typical BC residential solar installation, with most homeowners paying around $2.50 to $3.50 per watt before incentives. Request detailed quotes from at least three local installers to compare solar installation costs, ensuring each breakdown includes equipment, labor, permits, and warranty coverage. Calculate your actual out-of-pocket expense…

Tesla Energy operates as a division within Tesla Inc., not a separate company. Since 2015, when Tesla acquired SolarCity, the electric vehicle manufacturer has integrated energy storage and solar solutions under its corporate umbrella, making products like Powerwall batteries and Solar Roof tiles part of the same innovative ecosystem that produces Model 3s and Cybertrucks.…

Budget between $150 and $400 annually for solar panel maintenance in British Columbia, with costs varying based on system size, accessibility, and whether you hire professionals or handle basic upkeep yourself. Most BC homeowners spend approximately $250 per year when combining professional inspections with DIY cleaning. Winter conditions drive maintenance costs higher in our province.…

Picture pulling into a charging station where your electric vehicle draws power directly from the sun overhead—no grid dependence, no fossil fuel intermediaries, just pure solar energy fueling your commute. Solar-powered EV charging stations represent the convergence of two transformative technologies, creating a truly carbon-neutral transportation solution that’s rapidly gaining traction across British Columbia. These…

Your solar panels generate the most electricity during sunny afternoons, but your home needs the most energy in the morning and evening. Thermal energy storage systems solve this mismatch by capturing excess solar power as heat—storing it in water tanks, underground thermal masses, or phase-change materials—then releasing that warmth precisely when your family needs it…

Budget 2-3% of your solar system’s total cost annually for operations and maintenance—a $20,000 residential installation typically requires $400-600 per year to keep running at peak efficiency. This modest investment protects your 25-year performance warranty and ensures you actually achieve the energy savings that motivated your switch to solar. Plan for three essential maintenance categories…

Eliminate your upfront solar costs completely through zero-down financing programs now available across British Columbia. You can begin generating your own clean energy without paying thousands upfront by choosing from three proven pathways: solar loans with $0 initial payment, power purchase agreements where you pay only for the electricity produced, or solar leases that let…