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How Many Solar Panels Do I Need? 4 Step Solar Calculator Guide

Our experts found the average homeowner needs 15 to 19 solar panels to cover 100% of their energy usage. Calculate how many solar panels you need with this guide.

Written by Catherine Lane

How Many Solar Panels Do I Need? 4 Step Solar Calculator Guide
10 Budget-Friendly Amazon Finds to Cut Energy Costs This Winter

Keep your electricity bills down during the colder months with these Amazon products.

Written by Jamie Smith

10 Budget-Friendly Amazon Finds to Cut Energy Costs This Winter
How to Claim the Solar Tax Credit: IRS Form 5695 Instructions (2024 Tax Year)

Step-by-step instructions for using IRS Form 5695 to claim the 30% federal solar tax credit on your 2024 tax forms in 2025.

Written by Ben Zientara

How to Claim the Solar Tax Credit: IRS Form 5695 Instructions (2024 Tax Year)
NJ electricity cost: rates, utilities, and more

The average electric bill in New Jersey is about $135, but homeowners can install solar panels to bring that down to $0.

Written by Catherine Lane

NJ electricity cost: rates, utilities, and more
Rocky Mountain Power’s Wattsmart battery program: what you need to know

Learn more about Rocky Mountain Power's Wattsmart battery program and whether it's right for you.

Written by Catherine Lane

Rocky Mountain Power’s Wattsmart battery program: what you need to know
Best solar flood lights of 2025

Solar flood lights are a great way to illuminate your garden, driveway, or sidewalk. Here are the best lights on the market and how to choose the right one.

Written by Cameron Bates

Best solar flood lights of 2025
How many watts does a fridge use?

The typical home refrigerator uses 500 watts of electricity. In terms of energy usage, that translates to 1,511 kilowatt-hours each year, meaning the average American household spends $256 a year powering their fridge.

Written by Oliver Sendy

How many watts does a fridge use?
Homeowner’s guide to New York’s Megawatt Block solar incentive program

A breakdown of New York’s Megawatt Block incentive program that can save homeowners thousands of dollars when installing solar panels.

Written by Catherine Lane

Homeowner’s guide to New York’s Megawatt Block solar incentive program