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Solar production less than estimate is an industry-wide pattern in DC. Here's what causes inflated projections, what honest modeling looks like, and what a written guarantee should cover.
When a solar installer closes, panel and inverter warranties survive — but workmanship coverage disappears. Here's what DC homeowners need to know and verify.
A solar roof assessment in DC checks six things before any design begins. Here's exactly what installers look at — and what can delay or block your project.
Solar roof damage during installation is an industry-wide pattern. Here's what insurance, flashing standards, and written warranties should cover — and how to verify before you sign.
DC's solar permitting and interconnection timeline runs 8–12 weeks after installation. Here's every step, what causes delays, and how to avoid them.
The Pepco interconnection timeline runs 10–20 weeks for most DC residential solar systems. Here's what drives each phase and how to avoid the delays that stretch it.
DC solar projects take 8–12 weeks from contract to PTO. Here's what's normal, what signals a delay, and how to verify an installer's track record before you sign.
Five solar contract red flags DC homeowners miss — escalator rates, SREC ownership, and production estimates that don't survive a shading analysis.
DC roof replacement costs $8,000–$25,000 in 2026. Here's what drives the price, signs you actually need one, and why re-roofing is the cheapest time to add solar.
Solar warranty claims support fails most homeowners after activation. Here's what good post-sale service looks like in DC — and what to verify before you sign.
Solar loan rates in DC range from 4.5%-8.5% APR in 2026. Compare secured, unsecured, and dealer financing with SAPP rebate savings.
145+ Columbia Heights homes already have solar. See why Ward 1's row houses and no historic overlay make it ideal — plus the full DC incentive stack and savings.
Tesla Powerwall 3 and Enphase IQ Battery 5P are the two batteries we install most in DC. Here's an honest comparison of specs, cost, and which one fits different home types in 2026.
The DC solar installation process takes 6–12 weeks from contract to power-on. Here's every step from site survey to Pepco PTO.
DC solar systems pay for themselves in 2-3 years — 3-5x faster than the national average. See the full math with real 2026 numbers.
Petworth and Brightwood are two of DC's best neighborhoods for rooftop solar — mostly outside historic districts, good south-facing rear roofs, and a history of community group buys. Here's the 2026 guide.
DC SRECs are worth $360-$455 per credit in 2026. See real contract pricing, who buys them, and how to maximize your solar income in Washington DC.
DC homeowners earn $2,800–$3,420 per year in SREC income from a typical 7 kW solar system. Here's how DC's SREC market works in 2026, where prices are headed, and exactly how to sell your credits.
Pair solar panels with a heat pump and you can eliminate your gas bill entirely. Here's how the all-electric combo works in DC, what it costs, and how to capture 2026 rebates before they expire.
Pair solar panels with a heat pump and you can eliminate your gas bill entirely. Here's how the all-electric combo works in DC, what it costs, and how to capture 2026 rebates before they expire.
DC homeowners with EVs can eliminate both their electricity and gas bills with solar. Two incentives expire in 2026 — here's the sizing guide, cost breakdown, and DC-specific incentive stack.
Georgetown homeowners can go solar — but the Commission of Fine Arts review, CFA guidelines, and 10–14 week timeline require more planning than a standard DC install. Here's what to know.
DC solar takes 3–6 months — not because of installation, but permitting. Here's how DCRA, Pepco interconnection, and the new GRID Act affect your timeline.
Income-qualified DC homeowners can get up to $10,000 back through Solar Advantage Plus (SAPP) — but funding is first-come, first-served. Here's who qualifies and how to apply.
The 30% federal solar tax credit is gone — but DC's SREC market, SAPP rebate, and Solar for All program keep DC solar economics strong in 2026.
Yes, you can put solar on a Capitol Hill historic row house — if you know the rules. This guide covers historic preservation, row house roofs, costs, and DC incentives.
DC electricity bills are up 85% since 2020. Here's what DC homeowners are doing about it — solar savings, net metering, SRECs, and $0-down options explained.
How to choose a solar installer in DC without getting scammed. 7 red flags, credentials to verify, questions to ask, and a DC-specific checklist.
Maryland homeowners can offset 40-55% of solar costs through stacked incentives. Here's every program and what you actually qualify for in 2026.
DC homeowners wait 12–24 weeks for Pepco solar approval. Here's every step of the interconnection process, what causes delays, and how to protect your federal tax credit.
Pepco net metering lets DC solar homeowners earn credits at the full retail rate for excess power. Here's exactly how the credits work, what you'll save, and the DC-specific rules.
Buy, lease, or PPA — here's what each solar financing option actually costs DC homeowners, with real numbers and a clear decision framework.
DC row houses are ideal for solar. Learn about roof challenges, costs, permits, historic district rules, and how to maximize your investment.
DC SRECs pay $400+/MWh — the highest in the US. Learn how to register, sell, and maximize your solar income in Washington DC in 2026.
DC solar panels cost $22K–$34K before incentives, with a 4.5-year payback driven by DC's SRECs worth $4,000+/year. The federal ITC ended Jan 2026 — learn why owning still beats "free" panels.