Install solar panels

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Why It Matters

Installing solar panels is one of the most lucrative ways to cut down on your home’s environmental impact.

Benefits for You

Annual energy savings worth up to $1.5k are nothing to sneeze at. Neither is the $4.6k in average tax benefits.

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Recommendations for how to take action

  • How To Start

    See if rooftop solar makes sense for your home with EnergySage’s Solar Calculator, which will determine potential savings and roof viability.

  • What Comes Next

    Compare quotes from various solar installers in your area with EnergySage’s free Shop Local Offers tool.


Want to go solar but not sure who to trust? EnergySage has your back with free and transparent quotes from fully vetted providers in your area.

To get started, just answer a few questions about your home — no phone number required. Within a day or two, EnergySage will email you the best options for your needs, and their expert advisers can help you compare quotes and pick a winner.

The Cool Down may receive a commission on signups made through links on this page, but we only promote partners we vet and believe in. For more cool tips like this one, check out our solutions marketplace here.

Member Spotlight

Highlighting moments from members

Jenny's rural home with solar panels and a battery system

“I live in a rural area which has power outages in the winter. Solar is great year round, and the battery functions as backup, prioritizing convenience over cost savings.”

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Jenny V White Salmon, WA

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