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 ...

It’s commonly held that solar panels need as much sun as they can get. That’s true, but only up to a point, as heat and other hazards can become a serious problem beyond that point, and solar panels ...

Solar panel cleaning costs typically average $150 to $630. The size and type of system, the number of panels, accessibility, labor rates, and level of debris buildup are some of the main factors that ...

The average lifespan of solar panels is about 25 to 30 years, but they were not designed to be repaired, refurbished or disassembled ...

A Dutch research group has used a series of techniques from the automotive industry to develop a novel methodology to repair glass in double-glass solar panels. Their experimental work represents the ...

Solar panels are one of the easiest and most cost-effective ways to protect the environment and slash a good chunk of your electrical bills. One of the most important aspects of the solar panel is its ...

As a former realtor, general contractor and greenhouse operator, Kristi has touched nearly all aspects of homeownership, from the foundation up. Today, Kristi is a full-time investing and real estate ...