Solar Panel Payback Period
I hear it all the time. It’s the first thing people ask at the cocktail party when you say you’re […]
Are Permits Required for Solar Panels in Florida?
The answer is yes — in most jurisdictions in Florida, permits are required for all solar panel types. And when
How Many Solar Panels Are Needed to Heat a Swimming Pool
When buying a solar pool heater, you may be surprised to find a range of suggestions for how many panels
SunTouch Solar Controller – How to Put in Service Mode
We have a lot of Pentair SunTouch Solar Pool Heating Controllers in the field, and one of the most common questions
Event: Learn About Solar Pool Heating | October 21, 2015
Pool heating season is here! As temperatures begin to drop out of the 90’s, outdoor living in Southwest Florida gets
Hire a Licensed Solar Contractor
In case you need a reason to avoid unlicensed contractors, here is a scary story about a shady solar “contractor”
Last Chance for Rebates on Solar Water Heaters
This is just a quick reminder that the FPL Solar Rebate Pilot Program expires on September 30, 2015 and all
Education, Opinion
Solar Water Heaters Lose Popularity, Still Benefit Some
For many years, solar water heating was the predominant solar panel type installed, and millions have been installed worldwide. In
Solar Electric and Water Heating System for New Home in Naples, FL 34109
Solar Energy System Design by Florida Solar Design Group LOCATION Naples, FL 34109 PRODUCT(S) Solar Photovoltaic (Electric) System BRANDS
4 Top Solar Panel Design Trends | Via Modernize
Guest post from our friends at Modernize. Images via Modernize. The world of solar technology is rapidly advancing. Gone are
Buying a Home With Solar Panels
I recently met a wonderful young couple who are buying a home in Fort Myers, FL. The home has a
Utility Electricity is Like Credit Card Debt
There has been a lot of buzz recently about how non-utility solar energy hurts the poor. Of course, this is
What Solar Energy Buyers Can Learn from the Tesla Model S Computer Hack
There has been lots of news recently about hacking of computers in automobiles. The first major breach was reported in
Solar Design
Solar Electric System in Naples, FL 34110
Solar Energy System Design by Florida Solar Design Group LOCATION Naples, FL 34110 PRODUCT(S) Solar Photovoltaic (Electric) System BRANDS Hyundai,
Solar Pool Heating Panels in Naples, FL
Solar Energy System Design by Florida Solar Design Group LOCATION Naples, FL 34109 PRODUCT(S) Solar Pool Heater BRANDS FAFCO
Solar Pool Heater Design in Naples, FL
Solar Energy System Design by Florida Solar Design Group LOCATION Naples, FL 34109 PRODUCT(S) Solar Pool Heater BRANDS FAFCO Sunsaver
Florida Solar Design Group Opinion on Microinverters in Solar Pro Magazine
Florida Solar Design Group’s Principal Solar Designer was asked to contribute to the July/August 2015 publication of SolarPro Magazine, the
Should I Buy Power From Arcadia Power?
Residential utility electricity customers in Florida have been receiving emails from a company called Arcadia Power that promises to sell you
Off-Grid Solar Energy System Conclusions
If you have made it this far, you may be a candidate for living off the grid with solar energy!
Importance of Off-Grid Monitoring
While you will have basic control and monitoring of your system with a user interface that is part of the
Off-Grid Maintenance and Replacement
Off-Grid solar electricity systems need to be maintained, and you should plan for replacement of components over time. After all,
Common Off-Grid Mistakes
We have gone over the importance of proper system sizing, and it should now be totally clear how important getting
Calculating Power and Energy Needs
It is absolutely necessary that you go through the tedious task of identifying what your power and energy needs are
Off-Grid System Components
The major components of a typical off-grid solar energy system are: Solar Panels and Charge Control Battery Storage Inverter Power
Power Versus Energy
Many people mistakenly mix up power and energy, which are two different, but related concepts. It is critical for people
Realities of Off-Grid Living
Along with the joys of off-grid living comes some realities. You will have a finite amount of energy to use
The Joys of Off-Grid Living
People have many reasons for living off of the utility grid: No access to utility power or expensive to bring
Introduction to Off-Grid Living
Living off the utility grid has its rewards and its challenges. While the sense of independence and inherent reliability of
Solar Electricity Output Based on Tilt and Orientation
Dominick and I have our assistant Christie to thank for collecting 180 data points to help our clients visualize the
Solar Electricity Calculator for Photovoltaic Systems
NOTE: The calculator previously hosted on this page from 2015 is obsolete and is no longer available. If you would