One of the most common questions we get from new customers interested in solar power is this: “How much money can I save on my electricity bill every month by installing solar panels?” We thought we’d dedicate this week’s post to addressing this question and talking about the value of an Energy Assessment from the professionals at the LeverEdge. …
What is Solar PV Monitoring, and Why Does It Matter?
Residential and commercial solar power systems are very complex, highly sophisticated feats of engineering and design. At the LeverEdge, we’ve been involved in hundreds of solar photovoltaic (PV) projects that have provided our customers with ongoing energy cost reduction and increased independence from grid-sourced electricity. Among these projects, one of the most important features for reliability and operational transparency is …
The 3 Requirements for Every Solar Power System
No matter where a PV solar power system is installed—on a roof or standalone—there are three key component groups that are required. If any of these components is poor in quality or installed incorrectly, the entire solar power system can be compromised. At the LeverEdge, we’ve evaluated the highest-quality solar power equipment currently available on the market today, and …
Summer’s Coming; It’s Time for Solar!
With the long summer days comes a glut of sunshine, and that’s great news for people who have installed solar panels onto their homes or commercial buildings. This is a great opportunity for distribution partners to be talking about the solar photovoltaic (PV) solutions available from the LeverEdge. With the all-in-one, ‘kitted’ solar power systems from the LeverEdge, energy savings …
4 Selling Points of the Nuvis Solar Water Heating System
Traditional domestic water heaters rely on gas or electricity to heat water. While there have been quite a few advancements in these systems in recent years, they don’t hold a candle to the efficiency and lower operating costs of solar water heating systems. The reason for this is simple: thermal energy from the sun is free. Gas and electricity, …
Now that Summer’s Here, Let’s Talk about Attic Venting
Very few home and business owners know that built-up heat in an attic can literally ruin a building. It’s true! If left untreated, ‘hot spots’ within the airspace of an attic can significantly contribute to premature breakdown of core building components, including wood, metal, and even masonry. What’s more, keeping a home or commercial building cool in the summertime is …
Energy-Efficient Home Solutions Powered by the Sun
When homeowners make home improvements like an extension or a loft conversion, they generally do not make energy efficiency upgrades beyond those required by the building code. However, installing energy efficient upgrades, such as solar-powered heating or hot water, will not only make your home warmer but also lower your energy bills. If you need any remedial work or home …
Solar Pool Heating Explained
Heating your outdoor swimming pool with a Solar Pool Heating System is a simple and easy way to lower your energy bills and keep your outdoor pool warm enough to swim throughout the year. Did you know that a properly designed solar pool heating system can double your swim season by raising the pool temperature by as much as 10-15 degrees? …
An Overview of Solar Pool Heating Controllers
You may already know how easy it is to tap the power of the sun to heat your pool. And, you may already know how efficient solar pool heating systems are, but you may not be aware of the importance of a functional, reliable solar pool heating controller. A solar pool heating controller provides three essential functions: Intelligently …
Why You May Need Solar Attic Fans
It seems like energy efficiency is on everyone’s minds these days, and for good reason. Now more than ever, we have to be as innovative as possible when addressing the challenges of using less grid-sourced electricity, reducing our carbon footprint, and keeping the health of the environment a top priority. In the united front against wasteful energy use, an …