Best Solar Panels for 2016
That 30 percent tax credit on solar panels that was supposed to expire this year? It’s been extended, all the way to 2019. I feel like we just got an extension on a term paper — but if we don’t [...]
That 30 percent tax credit on solar panels that was supposed to expire this year? It’s been extended, all the way to 2019. I feel like we just got an extension on a term paper — but if we don’t [...]
This article brings up some great points that we're very familiar with, especially with the new SolAire home we just built on NW Bond St (The cute blue home on the left side of the street as you are heading [...]
It will be interesting to see how this story progresses with the town of Nassau. Wouldn’t it be amazing if we could do the same thing here in Bend? If they are looking to do it in the next 4 [...]
The folks at Save On Energy produced and provided this animated infographic that shows how solar panels work. Here is their short write up and the infographic. Solar power is talked about a lot these days. Whether it’s a new [...]
This study addressed Green Home Sales in the Washington D.C. area, but certainly applies to anywhere in the states. Interesting findings. Homebuyers are not only increasingly interested in high-performance homes, or homes incorporating green features, but they are also willing [...]
At-home power batteries are gaining consumer interest for their ability to store solar energy and provide backup power for homes which is great for all of us. Tesla has positioned itself as a leader in the field with its rechargeable battery [...]
We LOVE that many people are going out of their way to build high performance, green homes. It's what we do, and have been doing for the last 20 plus years. This article from Freshome.com outlines 10 typical mistakes people [...]
This is a great article we wanted to share with our readers as it highlights some emerging technologies that will help improve energy efficiency in our current homes, in some cases, and especially our homes of the very near future. Some of [...]
This study was designed and conducted by Northwest real estate appraisers for Northwest real estate appraisers. A question exists among real estate professionals about whether homebuyers in the Northwest perceive energy efficient and green certified homes of being of greater value [...]
Want a simple and easy way to be more energy efficient? Get the right light bulb for the job! There are “warm” and “cool” lights, lighting for different uses, lights with dimmers, lights to use outdoors. There may be a lot [...]