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DIY Solar Installation: Is It Actually Worth Attempting

A common assumption is that DIY solar is essentially a scaled-up version of installing a ceiling fan or building a deck — a matter of following instructions and having reasonably steady hands. That assumption undersells the project considerably. …

Is There Actually a Best Time of Year to Install Solar

Say you are trying to decide whether to sign a solar contract in January or wait until spring, because you have a vague sense that installers are busier in warmer months and you don’t want to get lost in a backlog. Or maybe you’re …