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When’s the Best Time to Install Solar Panels?
If you want to install solar panels but are waiting for the perfect time, we have good news for you—now is the perfect time! Electricity rates aren’t going down (in fact, they’re going up), and the sooner you go solar, the sooner you can start saving on those costs. That’s
Microinverters vs String Inverters: Which Is Better?
Your inverter is the brain of your solar energy system! Whether you’re installing residential or commercial solar panels, choosing the right inverter is a crucial step in the design process. There are two primary options: microinverters and string inverters. At Cascadia Solar, we’ve worked with both. Here’s some key info
Jefferson PUD Electric Rates Set to Rise 35% By 2028
Did it feel like your last electric bill was higher than usual? You’re not imagining things—rates are going up. Jefferson County PUD implemented a 9% rate increase for residential customers on July 5, 2025. And, unfortunately, relief isn’t coming anytime soon. There are three additional rate increases scheduled over the next three
Do You Have to Upgrade Your Electric Panel for Solar?
An electrical panel upgrade is sometimes needed for a solar panel installation, but not always. If your panel is 200 amps, it should be able to support residential solar panels. If it’s smaller or outdated, you might need an upgrade. At Cascadia Solar, we’re happy to take a look and
Going Solar as a Puget Sound Energy Customer: What You Need to Know
Thinking about going solar in Puget Sound Energy (PSE) territory? It’s easier than you might think. PSE supports rooftop solar and offers great incentives, like net metering, to solar customers. At Cascadia Solar, we’re a locally owned solar company with deep roots in western Washington. As a PSE Trade Ally,
Can I Charge My EV with Solar Panels?
If you’re like many folks around the Olympic and Kitsap Peninsulas, you’ve either made the switch to an electric vehicle or you’re thinking about it. Driving an EV has many benefits, one of the biggest being that you can charge it with solar power. At Cascadia Solar, we’ve helped homeowners