Green solar panels Questions

Can a layperson manage to tie a solar system into the grid without a pro's help?

— Chris Pompano Beach, FL

Michael Holcomb

Answered by Michael Holcomb

Alliance for Environmental Sustainability (Headquarters)

March 12, 2012

Can a layperson manage to tie a solar system into the grid without a pro's help?

— Chris Pompano Beach, FL

Answered by Michael Holcomb on March 12, 2012

I've heard there are companies with rent-to-own solar panels. Would you recommend this?

— Lyrinda Mitchell Richmond Hill, GA

Answered by Jason Szumlanski on July 15, 2011

Long-term, which is a better investment: a solar power system for the house or a room/bathroom addition?

— Charlie Truxton San Diego, CA

Answered by Ryan Flegal on July 3, 2011

Which brand/model of solar panel works the best? We are thinking about incorporating solar in our new home.

— Denise Hoffmann O Fallon, MO

Answered by David Willson on June 10, 2011

How long do solar panels last?

— Ed Vedder Saint Louis, MO

Answered by Harold Remlinger, AIA, LEED AP, NCARB on June 6, 2011

We want a solar energy system that will allow us a week of power in the event of an outage, and save on electricity each month. Suggestions?

— Beth High Rolls Mountain Park, NM

Answered by Harold Remlinger, AIA, LEED AP, NCARB on February 14, 2011

Are there regulations that limit the types of trees a neighbor can plant to the south of an existing PV array?

— Diana Santa Rosa, CA

Answered by Harold Remlinger, AIA, LEED AP, NCARB on February 9, 2011

I have 2 homes on the same electric billing. Would it pay to have solar energy between the 2 homes?

— Karan Beck Fallon, NV

Answered by Harold Remlinger, AIA, LEED AP, NCARB on February 4, 2011

The concrete tile roof on our 30-year-old home has started to leak. Can it be repaired by replacing the roofing paper?

— jose Chula Vista, CA

Answered by Polly Osborne, AIA, LEED AP on January 28, 2011

Are there lenders and appraisers who focus on green homes?

— Jeff B. West Hills, CA

Answered by Ryan Flegal on January 21, 2011

 

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