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Buying a home in northeast Florida that already has solar panels installed means you get to enjoy the benefits of solar and skip the purchasing and installation processes. Here are some things to consider before purchasing a home with a solar panel system.

Does pollen affect my solar panels in Northeast Florida? In the south, we often joke that it doesn’t snow outside – it pollens. During spring, we’re frequently asked, “How does pollen affect my solar panel efficiency?” In the public Solar Discussion Group on Facebook, Grant asks how to clean pollen off the solar panels on his home in Lakeside, Florida. Dirty solar…

It’s tax season, which always brings a lot of questions about claiming solar on taxes. Remember, we’re solar people, not tax people, so it’s always best to consult a tax professional before filing your tax credit. 

So, you’ve finally installed that solar panel in your home, and you’re wondering, what now? After installation, you’ll notice a few changes in your household. Here’s what to look for:

For Floridians, hurricane season is an inevitable part of each year that causes worry and panic. It’s important to make sure that your home is ready for a hurricane and that it can withstand the high-speed winds. If you have solar panels on your home and live in an area prone to hurricanes, you might wonder how the extreme weather will impact your solar panels. The good news is that solar panels hold up quite well during hurricanes. 

According to the United States Department of Energy, solar energy is becoming more popular in the US every year. A1A Solar just completed Florida’s largest rooftop solar array on a popular furniture retail store. The energy system consists of 5,742 solar panels and provides up to 50 percent of the building’s power consumption. With many companies following suit, there are a number of things property managers need to know about rooftop maintenance. 

Installing a solar energy system helps save the environment. Did you know it also saves you money on your federal taxes? Under the Consolidated Appropriations Act, you can claim a tax credit for up to 30 percent of the cost to install a solar energy system. However, the amount you claim depends on when you installed your system.

As spring arrives and flowers begin to bloom, the abundance of pollen can be a nuisance. Pollen accumulates on your solar panels, hampering their performance. Rain can wash away pollen, but if it hasn’t rained for a while, you’ll have to clean your solar panels on your own. Fortunately, it’s quite easy.

A fast-growing local business says that if the JEA board approves the proposed SolarSmart policy on April 19, it will mean pulling the plug on the company’s growth potential and, ultimately, livelihood. The United States Small Business Administration named A1A Solar Contracting’s CEO, Pete Wilking, the 2016 Florida Veteran-Owned Small-Business Person of the Year.