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Solar Panels and Home Insurance: What’s Actually Covered?
You’re spending $15,000–$30,000 on a solar system. One hailstorm, fallen tree, or electrical surge shouldn’t wipe that out. Here’s exactly how insurance works for solar — and the gaps most homeowners miss. Does Homeowners Insurance Cover Solar Panels? Yes — in most cases. If your panels are permanently attached to your roof, they’re typically covered…
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Solar Panel Warranties Explained: What’s Actually Covered?
Most salespeople lead with ’25-year warranty’ like it’s one thing. It’s not. There are actually three separate warranties on every solar installation — and they cover very different things. The 3 Warranties You Need to Know Warranty Type What It Covers Typical Length Equipment (Product) Defects in manufacturing, materials failure 10–25 years Performance (Power) Minimum…
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Solar Panel Cleaning: Do They Actually Need Maintenance?
Solar panels are built to be low-maintenance — but that doesn’t mean zero maintenance. Dirt, dust, bird droppings, and pollen can cut your output by 5–25% if left unchecked. Here’s what you actually need to know. How Much Does Dirt Affect Output? Light dust: minimal impact (1–3%). Heavy soiling from bird droppings or pollen: up…
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Solar Panel Roof Requirements: Does Your Roof Qualify for Solar?
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How to Choose a Solar Installer: 11 Questions to Ask Before You Sign
Last updated: April 2026 | Reading time: ~14 minutes There are over 10,000 solar installation companies in the U.S. Some will give you a well-designed system at a fair price, pull all the permits correctly, and show up when you need warranty work five years from now. Others will over-promise production numbers, inflate your loan…