Parking Lot Solar Canopies on Cape Cod
Few would argue that the world is going to need to build a lot of solar farms in the years ahead. The question of where to put those solar panels, though, is a little more…
What is a Prepaid PPA?
For years there has been an ongoing debate in solar about whether it’s best to buy a system or opt for a power purchase agreement (PPA). The truth is there’s no right or wrong answer…
Solar and Your All Electric Home
One thing that sets the Cape Cod Solar Guys apart from the average solar rep is that, when we talk to a homeowner, the conversation is seldom just about going solar. To us, it’s important…
7 Common Solar Objections
As you might imagine, we at the Cape Cod Solar Guys have talked to a lot of people over the years about the benefits of going solar. And, yes, most of those people have expressed…
Community Solar in Massachusetts
Much as we love helping homeowners on Cape Cod to go solar, the sad truth is that not every home is a good candidate for rooftop solar panels. People who rent their homes, people with…
Installing Solar Panels in Bourne, Massachusetts
My first ever job in the solar industry was selling solar panels in Bourne, Massachusetts, so I’ll always have a soft spot in my heart for the town that straddles the Cape Cod Canal and…
Adding Solar Panels to an Existing System
While the vast majority of people we talk to about installing solar panels are considering the upgrade for the first time, there is a small, but growing subset of people who are interested adding solar…
Installing Solar Panels in Falmouth, Massachusetts
Few towns on Cape Cod have made a more visible commitment to solar energy in recent years than Falmouth. From the Falmouth Landfill solar array, which came online in 2017, to the massive solar carport…
Beyond Solar Panels – Why Glass on Roof is Just the First Step
Often, when I’m knocking doors on Cape Cod, a homeowner will interrupt my pitch to ask “is this about solar?” I usually respond by saying that it’s a much bigger conversation than that. It’s really…
Massachusetts Solar Financing Options
When it comes to paying for your rooftop solar panels, there are a number of Massachusetts solar financing options for you to choose from. Before I get into them, though, I do want to clear…
Case Study: Rick and Sara – Selling a House With Solar Panels
There is a common misconception out there that selling a house with solar panels is more difficult than selling one without them. There is another misconception out there that adding solar panels will automatically make…
Installing Solar Panels in Mashpee, Massachusetts
One of the best things I’ve found about installing solar panels in Mashpee is that permits come back very quickly. I’ve known installations to be completed in less than three weeks after a customer first…