Many homeowners consider switching to solar energy as a better option for both the environment and their bank accounts. However, only a select few have the expertise and do-it-yourself spirit to ...

Solar panels are a great way to reduce your carbon footprint by lowering the amount of energy you're using from gas and electric. However, adding solar panels to your house can be a big project, and ...

There's no denying the appeal. Walk into any Home Depot or browse online, and DIY solar panel kits promise savings of thousands of dollars compared to professional installation. As electricity bills ...

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 ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Solar panels are an incredibly useful way to get power to buildings that aren't wired up to an electrical grid. Why use messy extension cords ...

When we bought a not-quite-finished off-grid home about a month into the COVID-19 lockdown, my wife and I set out on an adventure in more ways than one. We decided it was the right time to begin the ...

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 ...