Sierra Pacific Home & Comfort, Inc. Blog: Posts Tagged ‘solar company’

Increase Your Home Enjoyment with Solar Pool Heating!

Monday, December 13th, 2021
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Our friends and family in the Midwest and Northeast would probably give us a pretty bewildered look if we said we were planning a pool party for the New Year. But the truth is, it could be possible to make this happen in Sacramento. While we do get some pretty chilly winter temperatures, we have also been known to get some pretty warm heat waves in the winter.

That, in combination with the right kind of pool heater, can give you, plus your family and friends, a truly unique way to celebrate winter. So we’re going to talk about something we specialize in today: solar pool heaters! Read on to learn about these systems and how one can help you increase your home enjoyment this season and beyond.

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How to Make Your Solar Air Conditioning Even More Efficient

Monday, August 23rd, 2021
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If you have solar panels in place, then you’ve already taken a huge step toward more efficient air conditioning and more efficient energy use in general. But if you’re like most Sacramento area homeowners, you’re always looking for ways to save even more money, and we don’t blame you!

Energy costs have soared in recent years, bringing more and more of our customers to discover the power of going solar. It’s also led customers to seek out other ways to use their homes more efficiently. Since air conditioning and heating systems use up about half of all of your home’s energy, you may think you need to cease using them to save more money, but this isn’t the case!

In fact, there are some simple steps you can take today to make your solar air conditioning use even more efficient. Read on to learn what they are.

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How Much Can Solar Energy Save?

Monday, March 22nd, 2021
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This is a great question. While we can’t give you exact numbers on how much your solar energy system could potentially save as opposed to a conventional energy system, we can help quell some questions you might have. In that sense, solar panel repair and ongoing maintenance services are a cost effective part of long-term saving, so contact us if you need repair help.

The biggest worry that keeps homeowners away from contacting or talking to a solar company in Rocklin is the initial cost. People have tight budgets these days, and that means they’re less likely to go out on a limb and pay for something that might return their investment down the line. Unfortunately, solar energy isn’t one of those exciting gambles that can get you savings quickly. It’s a long-term investment that is more likely to save you money over your lifetime, and proper maintenance helps protect that investment in the long run while improving efficiency and helping lower your home’s carbon footprint.

Every home needs energy. A solar system generates electricity from sunlight through panels and supporting components that work together. Dirt, debris, and shading from Sacramento foliage can reduce performance and efficiency if panels are not kept clean. A solar energy system switches things up so that you have easier access to abundant, free energy. Here’s how it can help your budget.

Regular maintenance can increase efficiency by up to 15%, helps your system operate efficiently and maintain peak performance over time, solar panels should be cleaned every 6 months to a year, and neglected systems may face higher repair costs later.

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Keep This in Mind While Installing Solar Energy

Monday, February 25th, 2019

solar-installationAre you considering solar energy for your home? Or maybe you’re already convinced but are trying to understand how a solar energy installation would work from a practical standpoint.

There are a lot of reasons to be apprehensive about a solar energy installation. The necessary legal and tax incentive documentation, the process of finding a quality contractor, and the actual installation itself can all sound like daunting tasks. But, if you go with a professional from the beginning, there’s little to worry about.

It does help to know what you’re getting into. Here are some of the things you need to keep in mind before and during your solar energy installation:

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