El Niño Is Here: Is Your California Home Ready? El Niño is officially in effect—and it’s getting stronger. According to NOAA, El Niño conditions are currently present, with a greater than 90% chance of a very strong El Niño during fall and winter 2026–27. For California homeowners, that makes now
As more California homeowners invest in solar energy, battery storage has become one of the most important decisions in the process. A battery does much more than keep the lights on during a power outage—it helps you maximize your solar investment, reduce dependence on an aging utility grid, and gain
Clean Solar is proud to be recognized as Tesla’s highest ranked Powerwall Premier Certified Installer. When you're investing in a home battery backup system, choosing the right installer is just as important as choosing the right battery. That's why Tesla's Powerwall Premier Certified Installer designation matters. Many companies are Powerwall
When most homeowners think about going solar, they usually picture lower electric bills. While saving money month after month is certainly one of the biggest benefits, it's only part of the story. A well-designed solar energy system is also an investment in your home itself. It can increase your property's
When the World Feels Unpredictable, Your Energy Doesn’t Have to Be Gas prices keep rising—and if you’re like most homeowners, you’ve probably stopped asking “why?” and started asking “when does it stop?” The honest answer: no one really knows. Global events—like ongoing tensions involving Iran—along with supply chain disruptions, inflation,
Take Control of Your Energy—Without the Confusion For years, homeowners have been told the same thing about solar: “Save money.” “Go green.” “Energy independence.” And while those things are true… they don’t answer the real questions homeowners have. Questions like: Will solar actually make sense for my home? What will
Don’t Just Produce Power—Protect It: Why Battery Storage Matters This Summer Summer is when your solar system shines its brightest. Longer days. Stronger sunlight. Maximum production. But here’s the question most homeowners don’t think about: What happens to all that extra energy when you’re not using it? Without battery storage,
Your PG&E bill just jumped. Here’s why. If your latest PG&E statement felt like a gut punch, you’re not imagining things. Over the past few years, electricity rates have climbed dramatically—consumer advocates note PG&E electric rates are up about 41% in the last 3 years (and even more over the
Backup Power 101: What a Home Battery Can (and Can’t) Run During an Outage When the grid goes down, a home battery can keep your essentials running -- and your stress level down. But batteries aren’t magic “whole-home generators.” What they can power depends on two things: How much power
Is Your Solar System Maxed Out? Signs It’s Time to Expand If you already have solar, you might not need to start over with a brand-new system. In a lot of cases, your power usage has increased. So, you need more solar energy. Life changes fast and your energy use
