Installing Solar in California: Timeline, Permits, Inverters, and Real Results (2026)
Installing Solar in California: Timeline, Permits, Equipment Choices, and Real-World Results (What I Learned in 2025 That Matters Even More in ) TL;DR: I installed solar in California in 2025, before tax credits ended. What I learned matters even more in . The hardest parts were not installation, but timing, installer selection, permitting, and system […]
Cut Solar Costs 40–60% in 2026: Why Structure Matters More Than Tax Credits
Cut Solar Costs 40–60% in 2026: Why Structure Matters More Than Tax Credits TL;DR: In 2026, solar can still save real money in California—but only when you control total project cost and design around PG&E peak-hour pricing. For many homes, the biggest financial lever is battery strategy that eliminates peak-hour grid usage, not exporting extra […]
Solar in 2026 Without Tax Credits: How to Control Cost, Avoid Peak Pricing, and Still Save Money
Solar in Without Tax Credits: How to Control Cost, Avoid PG&E Peak Pricing, and Still Save Money TL;DR: In , solar can still make financial sense in California—but only when systems are designed to avoid PG&E peak-hour electricity, control upfront installation costs, and prioritize batteries over oversized panel arrays. Homes with EVs, heat pumps, and […]