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5 Tips to Extend the Life of Your Solar Array

Our solar experts share 5 tips that PV array owners can start doing today to extend the life and maximize the output of their array.

By oesolar OnMay 14, 2020

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Is my roof right for solar?

What are the best roof types for solar install? If you have ever wanted to install solar on your home you might be wondering if your roof type is appropriate for solar. Solar can be installed on just about any roof ...

By oesolar OnApril 8, 2020

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GOING SOLAR CAN ADD TO THE VALUE OF YOUR HOME

Going Solar Can Add to The Value of Your Home Many times, when homeowners are looking to increase the value of their home, remodeling the kitchen or bathroom seems to be the areas of the home that garner the greatest attention. ...

By oesolar OnApril 7, 2020

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COVID-19 Contact Free Housecalls

Our Priority is the Safety of Your Family. At OE Solar we are following the advice of the CDC, state and local authorities and taking every step we can to continue to serve our community safely. Most of the work we ...

By oesolar OnMarch 31, 2020

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Are solar panels worth it in 2019?

What is a solar payback period? The solar panel payback period is a calculation that estimates how long it will take for you to break even on your solar system investment. Increased utility rates and lower equipment costs are making it ...

By oesolar OnJuly 1, 2019

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The difference between mono, poly, and thin film solar panels

Monocrystalline, polycrystalline, or thin film solar panels? When choosing a solar panel there are 3 types of technologies available on the market today, these include monocrystalline, polycrystalline, and thin film amorphous. Monocrystalline and polycrystalline are solar cells that are made from ...

By oesolar OnJune 26, 2019

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The Best Solar Panels To Buy For Your Home In 2019

What are the best solar panels? Are you thinking about buying solar panels for your home? You probably have done your research and figured out the potential savings from solar are well worth it. Solar panels are a big investment that ...

By oesolar OnJune 20, 2019

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Are Solar Panels Recyclable?

Sustainable, low-maintenance, energy Anyone who works in the solar industry is aware of the benefits solar energy provides. Clean, renewable energy propels local economies, helps reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and requires little maintenance over the lifespan of the system. What many ...

By oesolar OnJune 10, 2019

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100% Renewable Albuquerque

A Green Vision Back in 2018, Mayor Tim Keller announced a plan that would move the city of Albuquerque toward what he called 100% renewable, clean energy within four years. Under the agreement with PNM, the city will purchase 25 MW ...

By oesolar OnJune 5, 2019

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The History of Solar

When were solar panels invented? The development of solar panel technology was formed with the contribution from various scientists around the globe. In 1873, Willoughby Smith discovered that selenium had photoconductive potential (able to conduct electricity when exposed to sunlight.) Years ...

By oesolar OnMay 28, 2019

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