Showing posts with label orange county solar. Show all posts
Showing posts with label orange county solar. Show all posts

Sunday, September 22, 2013

How Solar Power Systems Work And Work For You

Are you a homeowner who's interested in solar power but one that remains apprehensive about a purchase simply because you're not sure exactly how it works or how much it can save you with regards to your monthly electricity bills? While the science behind solar power is quite complex, solar power works quite simply by converting sunlight into usable electricity for a home and/or business structure.

When the sun beats down solar panels a good percentage of it is converted to usable energy for home or business. This energy is then distributed into a home or commercial structure via the solar power system. Any unused or stored energy can often be sold back to utility companies which results in either refunds or a further reduction in monthly bills. For the consumer solar power is as simple as that!

Should you have any questions about how solar power works or how you and your home can benefit from the installation of a solar power system please be sure to contact us that we may be of assistance.

SolarGem specializes in:

San Bernardino Solar Power and Orange County Solar

Sunday, June 16, 2013

Testimonials For Your Peace Of Mind

In keeping with this month's theme of customer satisfaction and peace of mind, we would like to talk a little about testimonials. While it may seem unbecoming to toot one's horn we encourage anyone interested in our solar power services to peruse our list of client testimonials over at our website. Having a solar power system installed is a large-scale home improvement project and one that requires homeowners to be comfortable with both the company selling solar equipment and the equipment itself. A large financial investment like this should make every homeowner very wary and want to research every company that piques their interest.

For these reasons alone we have placed client testimonials on our website which you can view here. Not only can you see and read for yourself just how satisfied our clients are but you also have the opportunity to check out other pages and get answers to frequently asked questions and even information about solar rebates and tax credits. Moreover there's a large about us section at the website as well which contains plenty of background information on our company which should further help facilitate peace of mind in even the most cautious and selective consumer.

After visiting our website and reading her testimonials please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions you may have about them or about any of our services or products.

SolarGem specializes in the following:

Orange County Solar, Orange County Solar Companies, Orange County Solar Power

Wednesday, June 12, 2013

Your Solar Power Questions Answered!

Prior to having any solar power system installed, homeowners will undoubtedly have a great number of questions that they want to have answered before they agree to put any money down on a new system. Having these questions answered in detail and in a timely fashion can really help a homeowner move past their apprehensions about both a solar power system and the company that will be providing it as well as the technology itself. Here at SolarGem we understand that the initial cost of a solar power system might be high for some people and that they may need peace of mind to help them justify a purchase.

The following is a list of questions that are most commonly asked when individuals contact us regarding a new solar power system.
  • How much does the system cost?
  • How much will a solar power system reduce my energy bill?
  • Will I have electricity during the power outage?
  • What type of solar panels does your company utilize?
  • How long will it take for my new solor power system to pay for itself?
  • What happens if I produce more electricity than I actually use?
  • How long will my solar power system last?
Rather than inundate everyone with a blog of the size of a novel we've compiled these questions and their answers on our website which you can view here. Should the aforementioned questions be the ones that you want answered before you purchase a new solar power system head to our website for answers and then contact us should you have questions that were not listed on the website.

SolarGem specializes in the following:

Orange County Solar, Orange County Solar Companies, Orange County Solar Power

Friday, June 7, 2013

How Solar Power Works

Homeowners interested in having a new solar power system installed often have a myriad of questions. These questions range from the very simple "what will it cost", the more complicated how does solar power actually work. While the technology behind solar power is anything but simple explaining how it actually works isn't overly complicated.

Essentially solar electricity works just as traditional electricity does. The only meaningful difference is in how the power is generated and delivered to your appliances. Through hydro and nuclear reactors electricity can be generated for home use and while these are traditional means of generating power, solar power is far more efficient and environmentally friendly because it simply collects sunlight and converts it to usable energy for your home. In fact solar power and traditionally generated power are so similar that homeowners won't notice anything different after the new system is installed except for a lower electricity bill.

The actual process itself is fairly simple as well. Sunlight hits solar panels and excites electrons within the panels which converts sunlight to usable electricity. While you may have questions about installation, cost, and even efficiency versus traditional power, this should help you understand exactly how solar power works in the simplest of terms. Should you be interested in purchasing a solar power system for your home or having remaining questions answered please feel free to contact us any time.

SolarGem specializes in the following:

Orange County Solar, Orange County Solar Companies, Orange County Solar Power

Wednesday, May 29, 2013

Solar Tax Rebates: We Help You Get Them

While many homeowners remain largely unaware that there are tax rebates to take advantage of after having a new solar power system installed those that are aware of them are often put off by the paperwork needed to initiate tax rebate programs. When you purchase a new solar power system for your home or business through SolarGem however we will actually initiate the process for each and every customer. This includes both the state rebate and federal tax credit programs. Moreover homeowners wary of having a solar power system installed due to the cost of installation and purchase should keep in mind that through these rebates and tax credits and a homeowner can recoup up to 50% of the initial cost.

Not only do we aim to provide individuals with state-of-the-art solar power technology but great customer service as well. Getting the tax credits and solar rebates rolling for customers is part of that customer service. While many solar power companies are content to simply install a solar power system and walk away we are not and we want to ensure that each individual gets the most out of their solar power system in all areas which of course includes credits and rebates.

Should you have any questions regarding solar power systems, state rebates, or federal tax credits associated with solar power systems please be sure to contact us so that we may be of assistance.

SolarGEM specializes in:

Orange County solar energy, Solar Power Tax Credits, and Solar Power Rebates.

Tuesday, May 21, 2013

Solar Power Trends Changing To The Dismay Of Some

It may seem like a silly question but there are some who ask "can you have too much solar energy?" This question is often asked not by those who have a solar power system installed in their home or office but by those whose business is sometimes affected by people consuming less power and relying on the Sun for that power which they require. As the weather continues to heat up outside and late spring rolls into summer many people both at-home and at work will begin to utilize air conditioning units with a higher degree of frequency. Doing so however raises their monthly electric bills and their energy consumption rates. While this is a bad thing for those who wish to remain comfortable in their home or office, those invested in electrical companies see this is a good thing.

Those who view higher energy consumption rates and costs as a good thing however are slowly becoming obsolete as solar power companies are helping both residential and commercial owners keep costs and consumption low while at the same time giving them the ability to run air-conditioning units at a higher rate of frequency without having to worry about a large bill at the end of the month. The way in which people consume and utilize energy have been changed dramatically by recent advancements in solar power technology. Gone are the days where a solar power system only slightly reduced energy consumption and costs. These days photovoltaic cells can convert sunlight into immediately usable energy that's also storable. This technology allows energy to be stored for use during the night and even during days when the sun is buried beneath clouds.

Try as they might however those invested in traditional energy companies cannot halt the progress of nor the rapid jump in popularity of solar power. Modern solar power systems, especially those of the extremely expensive variety, allow homeowners and business owners to operate "off the grid" by removing the need for any traditional electricity whatsoever. Even the most inexpensive modern solar power systems still reduces the energy consumption rates for home and business owners dramatically much to the dismay of electrical companies everywhere. Individual state and even the federal government is helping facilitate solar power adoption rates by offering tax rebates and other money reward programs which more and more consumers take advantage of daily.

Given the fact that energy rates continually and often dramatically rise, especially in the summer, it should come as no surprise to those invested in a electrical companies that home and business owners are moving quick to have solar power systems installed in their home or office building. Looking at the future it's no longer hard to envision a time in which each home operates independently and off the grid while running appliances like air-conditioning units 24 hours a day. The technology surrounding solar power advances at such a rapid rate that is all but in an inevitability.

SolarGEM specializes in Orange County solar energy, Corona Del Mar solar power, and Huntington Beach solar power.

Wednesday, November 7, 2012

Solar Electric Panels

Like everything else when solar electric panels came on the scene you had no choice of color, design, or shapes. They all looked the same, and were ugly, cumbersome, and very expensive. Today the solar electric panels are changing, and as different companies have taken the plunge, the prices are becoming less expensive with incentives that offset the initial costs.

We don’t want to imply that they are cheap, but with the incentives offered today you may even be able to sell electricity back to the electric company. Think of that, no more electric bills, but credits to your accounts that will be beneficial to you.

The upgraded solar electric panels give you the opportunity to pick and choose exactly what you want. The photovoltaic cells that they install on your roof can look exactly like regular tile even down to the color.

Before you decide you need to research exactly how the solar electric panels work. Each cell is normally made from one or two layers of semiconducting materials normally silicon. As the cells receive light the electric field created by the amount of sunlight, gives the cell its strength and they measure it in kilowatts (kWp).

Look at the advantages of solar electric panels and that they cut your household’s carbon footprint, but more importantly than that, they cut your utility bills. That’s the primary reason many purchase them. Consider if your property is off the grid as far as purchasing electricity and the charges to bring electricity to your home may be prohibitive. Solar electric panels would fill the bill, and make you self-sufficient as well.

Of course there are many things to consider and the size of each cell and system and how much electricity consumed enter into the equation. Also every home is distinct down to the area where the panels are installed, and the amount of energy it can convert when exposed to direct sunlight.

These are all questions that need to be considered in relationship to solar energy panels and your home or business. The initial costs are relatively high, but the panels will pay for themselves within a few years.

When the advantages outweigh the costs and your inability to be self-sufficient in your current situation, consider others points of view especially the professional. He has spent the time and expense to bring a new way of approach to our lifestyle. The professional is the one that will answer your questions, and he won’t charge for his expertise.

SolarGEM specializes in Orange County solar energy, Orange County solar panels, and Anaheim solar power.

Tuesday, October 23, 2012

The Use of Solar Panels Help To Prevent Global Warming

According to reliable sources, ten percent of our nation’s electrical needs are generated by solar panels. To carry it a step further, solar panel use helps to prevent global warming. As with any other new product now available, the initial costs are high, and as those needs are met, the price comes down. Although that hasn’t entirely happened yet with solar panels, each new day brings changes and the prices will come down.

In Ohio several universities keep studying and improving solar panels, and it won’t be long until everyone wants them for the sole purpose of cutting their electric bill in half. The high price is still the strongest barrier but when competitors keep learning and improving just like the universities, we all know competition brings the price down faster than anything else.

Places like the Veterans Administration hospital in Loma Linda, California have invested greatly to bring solar panels to their facility. The panels aren’t in place at this moment but the parking structures are, and it won’t be long until the hospital will be saving hundreds and hundreds of dollars on their utilities.

When large facilities like the VA invest in anything you know it will soon become the trend of the land, and you’ll see many business and private homes making the same investment. How long the tax credits will last to those who purchase solar panels, it’s hard to say. Many are skeptical of anything that the government is claiming, but you can’t avoid seeing the results all around us.

If you get the chance to talk to someone who has invested in solar panels, ask them if they have saved any money. Most, if not all have stated that they have even been able to sell some of their electricity back to their local electric company. It won’t take long for that to take hold.

When you decide that you want to jump on the bandwagon, contact one of the many local solar panel companies. Ask to speak to their customers, and they will surely have many satisfied customers. Appreciate the fact that the company has taken it upon themselves to invest their time and money to change the way America thinks about solar panels and global warming.

You’ll find that when you educate yourself, you will be able to make important decisions using the facts that solar panels will help to reduce the effects of climate change.

SolarGEM specializes in Riverside solar companies, Orange County solar energy, and San Bernardino solar companies.

Wednesday, September 12, 2012

Plan for Solar Electric Power

Before you start your plans for solar electric power, educate yourself in what the changes will mean for you. You may want to be totally self-sufficient and at the same time save money on your utilities. Changing to solar electric power will do both of those things and at the same time you’ll be saving our country by becoming ‘green.’

The best time to decide what is needed will be when the home is built, but many are going ahead and changing out the of electric power to solar electric power to achieve the same success as a new home will provide. So in both new homes and older homes, you should first check the windows and make sure they are double paned. Over time window and doorframes become weathered and aged and they need to be draft proof. Attic insulation also needs to be checked and either upgraded or replaced.

After you’ve checked and find that your home is up to standards, plan your solar electric power. You may need a professional to achieve the greatest success. If you’re planning on doing the project yourself, there are some things that you’ll need. Things like a battery meter and a start-stop switch for the solar power generator.

The professional suggest more outlets, and some could be low voltage outlets that will work well for devices that require little energy. Phone answering machines and fans work well with those. You’ll be able to put more outlets outside and in places like workshops, detached garages, or even gazebos. Place the outlets where more work will take place instead of lighting up the entire area, like desks or workbenches.

Power tools, lawn mowers, and other outside devices will require the outside outlets. Most plugs work on 120 volt power, and the stronger electric needs of 220 or 240 volt could be handled with your former electric power, at least until they find ways to convert the solar electric power to that higher voltage. Then you will be totally self-sufficient, and your utility company may be coming to you to purchase your electricity.

When you decide on solar power, keep that in mind whenever you purchase items that will run off that power. Just remember converted solar power is still electricity and it takes a person familiar with electricity to process the photovoltaic collection panels and battery storage units for use in your home outlets.

SolarGEM specializes in Orange County solar energy, Orange County solar panels, and Riverside solar energy.

Tuesday, September 11, 2012

What is Solar Energy?

Solar Energy is the ability to create heat or electrical power from the sun and is referred to as solar energy. It is also clean and doesn’t pollute our environment.
There are two types of solar energy:

No. 1 = Solar thermal conversion uses the sun to create heat and that turns into electrical power. Solar means of the sun; thermal means of heat; and conversion means to change from one form to another.

No. 2 = Photovoltaic conversion. Photo means light; Voltaic means producing electricity.

Solar Thermal Conversion use reflectors or mirrors that concentrate the sun’s light to extremely intense heat. It works in the same way as a magnifying glass that can start a fire when held over flammable material. The reflectors or mirrors direct the sunlight on to containers that are filled with liquid and sometimes they use water. However the water does not retain the heat as well as other liquid.

They heat the liquid to high temperatures and that produces steam. Then the steam turns a turbine and the turning motion creates electricity. Electricity generators, windmills, and even nuclear power plants generate energy in the same way. However windmills use wind to create the turning, and nuclear power plants use coal or gas to create the energy.

Photovoltaic Conversion creates a cell that turns to electric energy when it is exposed to light and it works similar to a flashlight battery with a positive and negative charge. They usually have panels that have two layers of material with a positive and a negative and when a wire connects the two it creates electricity.

The amount of electricity generated depends on how much is exposed to the sun, how strong the sun is, the time of day, weather and where it is located. For instance the solar power cell creates more electricity when it is near the equator than the ones in the arctic regions.

The improvements made in recent years and the solar energy is becoming more popular as people become more familiar with the process. One business that plans to change its entire operation is the Veterans Administration Hospital in Loma Linda, California. They have constructed strong metal beams all across their parking lots. The beams face to the south and west and they will be installing solar energy and creating their own power plant.

To make your own investment on a smaller scale, contact a business online and make the same decisions to control your own future.

SolarGEM specializes in Orange County solar energy, Orange County solar panels, and Riverside solar energy.

Thursday, August 16, 2012

Solar Power For Your Home: Still On The Fence?

Homeowners who want to reduce the cost of energy consumption within their home have just two options. The first option being the heavy monitoring of energy usage within their homes. This often means double and triple checking to ensure that lights are turned off when people leave the room, TVs are on only when they are being used, and even ensuring things are unplugged when they are going to remain unused for long periods of time. The second option homeowners have when they want to reduce energy costs and consumption is to have a solar power system installed within their home. The first option while noble, isn't always practical.

Solar power systems dramatically reduce even a large family's electrical bill and is great for the environment. Some homeowners however ask themselves "is solar power really worth it?" While it certainly costs a pretty penny to convert sunlight to energy and the initial cost of having a solar powered system installed can be expensive, the ends completely justifies the means. While it's true that material handling, manufacturing, production efficiency and installation drive up the initial price of solar power systems, homeowners will see a dramatic reduction in costs almost immediately and will feel better knowing that they are helping to reduce waste by utilizing a green technology.

Homeowners who have been on the fence for some time about whether or not to have a solar power system installed on their home can rest easy knowing that the technology has advanced rapidly over the past few years which in turn has driven costs down considerably. These falling costs have made it possible for even homeowners operating on small budgets to have a modest system installed. While these modest systems don't completely take a homeowner off the grid they still reduce monthly electricity costs significantly. Upfront expenses for installation used to cost anywhere from $20,000 to $100,000. These days however a modest system can be installed for around $5000 which gives families of any size the chance to go green and to reduce costs.

Homeowners who decide to make the leap and have a solar power system installed in their home will have a number of different types of systems to choose from. Some of these will simply reduce costs but keep them connected to their electric company. The more expensive and upscale systems will allow homeowners to go completely off the grid and function independently away from any electric company. The best solar power systems will even allow homeowners to harness energy during the day for usage at night and for times when there is no traditional power available.

There has never been a better time for homeowners to have a solar power system installed in their home. There was once a time when the cons outweighed the pros but that time has long since past. Many of the companies that set up solar power systems for homes are now offering special deals that can help homeowners take advantage of even lower than normal prices. The time to act is now a if you own a home.

SolarGEM specializes in Orange County solar energy, Riverside solar energy, and San Bernardino solar power.

Thursday, August 9, 2012

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Thursday, July 5, 2012

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The Future Of Solar Power: Delivery From Space

While the technology surrounding solar power is constantly improving, many consumers and even scientists are looking for the next big breakthrough in solar power efficiency and delivery. While those who develop solar power technologies already know this many consumers are unaware that, that breakthrough is here. Solar power gathered in space rather than here on earth is set to provide the type of renewable energy that many consumers and even manufacturers have been waiting for.
While this small part of solar power technology is still in its infancy many solar power engineers believe that not only will collection of solar power become more efficient and easy but so will delivery and its usage. As this article is being written researchers around the globe are are testing equipment in space that collects solar energy and transfers it back to earth by way of microwaves and/or lasers.

This new technology is poised to not only make current solar power technologies more efficient and affordable but to also deliver solar power to remote areas of the world. This means that areas that have been affected by natural disasters and poverty will have access to power that will allow residents and rescue/relief teams to do their job more efficiently and to do things that were previously impossible without power.

By utilizing microwaves and lasers to deliver solar energy to Earth, it negates the need for stored solar power and provides instantaneous access to power needed for the necessities of life and for emergency situations. This method also allows for constant uninterrupted delivery of solar power as well. An uninterrupted power source means better living for residents of all areas on the planet and more effective means of relief and help for those areas affected by disasters and/or tragedies.

Currently this technology utilizes only small satellites that generate just enough energy for a small village but engineers have the goal of putting a large structure in space that can both gather and deliver enough energy to power even the largest cities on the planet. No one is certain when his goal will be met though engineers are confident that it will be met at some point in the not-too-distant future. When this goal is reached not only will it be possible to deliver power to any area on the planet but it should also dramatically reduce the costs associated with solar power as well.

SolarGEM specializes in Orange County solar , Riverside solar energy, and San Bernardino solar energy.