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How an Energy Monitor Helps to Supercharge a Home Solar Setup What is an Energy Monitor? An energy monitor is a device that tracks in real-time the amount of electricity your home consumes – and produces in the case of solar. Energy monitors provide a detailed breakdown into how much power different appliances and devices [...]
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What is a Bi-Directional Meter? How It Works with Home Solar Systems What is a Bi-Directional Meter? A bi-directional meter is a type of electricity meter that measures energy flowing in two directions. Unlike a standard meter that only tracks how much electricity your home consumes; a bi-directional meter also tracks the excess electricity your [...]
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What is a Heat Pump? A Guide to Energy-Efficient Heating and Cooling What is a Heat Pump? A heat pump is a device that transfers heat from one place to another to provide both heating and cooling for your home. Unlike traditional heating systems that generate heat by burning fuel or using electricity, heat pumps [...]
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What is a Solar Optimizer? How we Supercharge your Solar Production What is a Solar Optimizer? If you're researching home solar panel systems, you might have heard about optimizers as a way to improve performance. But what exactly is an optimizer, and how does it benefit your solar installation? An optimizer, or a solar power [...]
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How Does Solar Increase Home Value? The Benefits of Solar Power for Property Owners How Much Can Solar Increase Your Home's Value? Installing solar panels is more than just a smart move for lowering your energy bills and reducing your environmental footprint—it can also increase the value of your home. Numerous studies and real estate [...]
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How Much Money Does Solar Actually Save? Understanding the Long-Term Value of Solar Energy Understanding the Cost of Solar Energy One of the most common questions we hear from homeowners is, "How much money will solar really save me?" The answer becomes clear when looking at the long-term value of solar over the 30 to [...]
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Eliminate your power bill with the BC Hydro Solar Rebate for up to $10,000 BC Hydro Rebate As of July 23, 2024, British Columbia homeowners can save up to $10,000 on eligible solar panels and battery storage systems. The BC Hydro Rebate Program offers rebate money for grid tied solar panel setups and solar panel [...]
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Defining a Kilowatt Hour If you look at your electricity bill, you will notice the term “kilowatt hour” or “kWh” listed as a measure of your energy usage. Understanding exactly how much 1 kWh is can help you manage your energy usage better and also gain an understanding of how to leverage a home solar [...]
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Xolar Inc. Announces Partnership With Metal Roof Ottawa Inc. to Promote Residential Solar Installations in Ottawa, ON. Campbellford, Ontario – Xolar Inc is pleased to announce our partnership with Metal Roof Ottawa Inc., an established metal roofing company located in Ottawa, ON. Through this partnership, Metal Roof Ottawa inc.. will join us as the newest [...]
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