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 ...

Imagine tapping into the sun’s energy to power your home, slash your electricity bills and make a positive impact on our environment. Solar panels have skyrocketed in popularity, emerging as a pivotal ...

When we bought a not-quite-finished off-grid home about a month into the COVID-19 lockdown, my wife and I set out on an adventure in more ways than one. We decided it was the right time to begin the ...

Portable solar panels and solar battery chargers are easy-to-use devices that provide backup power to anyone who happens to be away from a working power outlet, including hikers, car campers, and even ...

Summer is here, and if you have been planning to spend more time outdoors, a portable solar panel can be a great investment. These can keep your power stations charged wherever the sun shines, but not ...

Solar panels make electricity from sunlight. But your home can't use that electricity directly. That's where solar inverters come in. Inverters are found in nearly every solar installation, from small ...