Wednesday, May 31, 2023

Solar Butler - Who We Are


Located in Vacaville, CA, Solar Butler LLC was started with the recognition of a growing need for cleaning and maintenance of solar panels in the fast growing solar industry. Our company’s goals are very simple “customer service is number one”. We strive, in all aspects of our business, to make sure each customer is treated like they are our only customer. Now that You have taken the first step in the “Green” direction, Let Solar Butler help You maintain your investment. Driven to deliver a quality product, Our Clients satisfaction is Our top priority. We are family owned and operated and take great care and pride in our work. To keep Your system producing for You, let Solar Butler be your choice to keep Your system clean and running at peak performance.



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Sunday, May 28, 2023

Heat and Light from the Sun


Simple explanatory video on the light and heat from the Sun and how it is used by plants, animals and people. Worksheets and related interactive content can be found at ngscience.com. Aligned to the NGSS USA science standards.

Thursday, May 25, 2023

Tesla Solar Roof: 2023 Expert Review


In this video, Andy will review the widely popular Tesla Solar Roof. Elon Musk announced the solar roof tiles back in 2016, and it caused a huge media stir. However, since then we haven't heard much about the revolutionary new solar shingle. The media stir was caused by the excitement for such a revolutionary concept. Homeowners could still enjoy the benefits of solar power without sacrificing the aesthetics of their home. The ability to combine the purchase of a new roof with the saving of a rooftop solar system sounded like a home run. Sadly, Elon Musk and his team would find it much harder to execute this concept. Right now the Tesla Solar Roof is more expensive than the cost of a new roof and solar panels. But, if this product can become on par economically it defiantly could be something to watch out for in the solar and roofing industry. If you are interested in finding out if solar panels are worth it for your home, check out our solar calculator. The results are extremely accurate and based on past solar installations in your area. It is the best solar calculator I have seen to date, and it also includes the economics of solar batteries like the Tesla Powerwall.

Monday, May 22, 2023

Super Cool Phase Change Solar Tracker - No Power Needed!!


Are solar trackers coming back?!? The cost of solar trackers has turned me away in the past, but this solar tracker by Pursuit Solar caught my attention at SPI last year and I just had to try it out. I was especially intrigued as a mechanical engineer because this is a fully mechanical, self-powered solar tracker that requires no electricity! In this video I share my experience with this tracker and weigh the pros and cons of using trackers. Pursuit Solar Website: https://www.pursuitsolar.com/

Friday, May 19, 2023

Is Solar Panel Cleaning Dangerous? Watch this.


In this video you'll learn the dangers of solar panel cleaning, the difference between safety recognizing vs. prevention, and what it means to you as a residential or commercial solar panel cleaning business owner. Join us as we talk with Steve Williams, founder of ISCA – International Solar Cleaning Association. A training program designed to teach solar panel cleaners about the dangers, and risks associated with solar panel cleaning.

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Tuesday, May 16, 2023

Solar Power System For Home: Ultimate Beginners Guide


Solar power for homes is increasing in popularity and decreasing in price. Many homeowners are discovering the advantages of Solar Power and you may have even seen quite a few solar panel systems being installed in your own neighborhood. You're probably wondering: How much do solar panels cost? How much money will I save on my electricity bill? How solar panels work? Are solar panels worth it? This video is a general overview of solar energy for beginners so you can make the best possible decisions regarding solar power for your home. A solar panel (or photovoltaic panel) is a panel made of solar cells. Solar cells are the essential component by which light is converted into electrical energy and they are usually made of crystalline silicon. Each solar panel usually contains from 32 up to 96 solar cells. Depending on the way solar cells are made, solar panels are categorized as polycrystalline, mono-crystalline, or thin film. The first two categories, which are the most common types of solar panels, are made of crystalline solar cells. The third category (thin film) is made of amorphous silicon. Frameless solar panels have been on the market for more than a decade. Also, solar shingles and solar tiles popularized by the tesla solar roof are two types of products that are becoming more popular among residential applications. How do solar panels work? Solar cells produce electricity by converting the tremendous solar energy that the earth receives every day in the form of sunlight and more specifically in the form of photons. Most typical commercial solar solutions convert sunlight to electrical energy at an average efficiency of 3 – 17% In order to have a complete system that will produce electricity for your home, you need the following components: a) solar panels b) solar panel mounting structures c) an inverter d) an electrical panel with the necessary switches and circuit breakers e) DC and AC electrical cables f) Power meter. Generally, residential solar systems are separated into 2 main categories: off-grid and on-grid. In the case of an off-grid system, the electricity generated by the solar system will be used to cover 100% of the electrical usage of a home since the house is not connected to the electrical grid at all. In a on-grid system, the house where the solar panels are installed is connected to the main power grid. Electricity generated by the solar panels can either cover the electrical needs of the house or when you produce more electricity than needed, it is sent to the power grid. With net metering, your monthly electricity bill is calculated both ways, based on the net of your overall energy consumption and the monthly output from your solar panels. If you are producing more energy than you’re using the utility company will actually pay you! How much will I save on my electricity bills if I install solar panels? How much you actually save depends on a number of factors. Where you live matters a lot. Sunnier is better. For example. A 5Kw installation consisting of 20 solar panels can produce approximately 8,000 kilowatt-hours every year if your house is in a hot and sunny state like California, but the same system will only produce approximately 6,000 kWh every year if your house is in a less sunny state like Connecticut. The available surface on your roof, the unshaded part with the appropriate orientation, determines how many solar panels you can install and consequently your savings. How much does a solar panel system cost? You need to know how many solar panels you need. In 2019 the average cost of a residential solar panel is $2.99 per watt, so with an average solar panel system size of 5 kilowatts, you are looking at an average cost of $14,950 before any tax credits or incentives. Equipment makes up the majority of the cost but permits and labor for solar installation are also factored in. Benefits and negatives of solar power for your house: Pros: -A true renewable energy source -Reduce your electricity bill and provides insurance against rising power prices -Low maintenance cost -Financial incentives from the government -They operate quietly, with no moving parts and emit zero pollution. -They have a long service life and reliability in operation. The guarantees given by the manufacturers for the solar panels are generally for more than 25 years of good operation. Cons: -Initial costs, but marginal cost drops to zero once the price of installation is paid off. -Weather Dependent so it is an intermittent energy source, and can not be relied on in critical applications. -Energy storage systems to smooth demand and load like the Tesla power wall are expensive.

Saturday, May 13, 2023

Solar Butler - Customer Service is Number One


Located in Vacaville, CA, Solar Butler LLC was started with the recognition of a growing need for cleaning and maintenance of solar panels in the fast growing solar industry. Our company’s goals are very simple “customer service is number one”. We strive, in all aspects of our business, to make sure each customer is treated like they are our only customer. Now that You have taken the first step in the “Green” direction, Let Solar Butler help You maintain your investment. Driven to deliver a quality product, Our Clients satisfaction is Our top priority. We are family owned and operated and take great care and pride in our work. To keep Your system producing for You, let Solar Butler be your choice to keep Your system clean and running at peak performance.


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Wednesday, May 10, 2023

My 3 Biggest Regrets After 6 Years of Solar


Having solar panels and a home solar system is awesome but these are my 3 biggest regrets, now that I've had solar power for over six years. #solar #solarpower #diy

Monday, May 8, 2023

Dirty vs Clean Solar Panel - Power Output Comparison


Check out this video to see, how a simple 5 minute cleaning can significantly boost your power output!

Thursday, May 4, 2023

What Sized Solar Panels to Buy?


Investing in solar power in Hobart is the best decision that any homeowner can make. Not only do you have peace of mind by reducing your carbon footprint, but your annual energy expenditure is a lot lower.

Even with the cost of quality solar products factored into the equation, investing in residential solar is a no brainer for Australians.

The question that many homeowners ask is what size solar panels would work best in their home. Since most people do not know the ins and outs of solar panel technology, they rely on the experts to tell them the ideal product.

Rather than trusting someone else, you should have all the facts.

Assess Your Energy Bill

Before you make any decisions about the size of the quality solar products you will pick, assess your present energy usage. There should be a graph on your bill that shows your daily usage.

If you have a three-bedroom house in Australia and you are energy efficient, your usage should be around 15 kWh to 25kWh per day. Considering average daylight levels, a 1kW solar system would result in 5kWh of energy each day. That means a family in the above scenario may want a 5kW solar panel system installed for them.

Estimate Daylight Usage

Another factor to think about when assessing the savings with solar power in Hobart is your ability to take advantage of the energy your solar panels are generating. While Tasmanians can sell back their unused solar energy to the grid, you are saving the most money by using that energy directly.

Think about the way you live. Are you using a lot of energy in the daytime hours on weekdays and weekends? If the answer is yes, then you will want a larger solar panel system so that it can keep up with your energy usage.

Families that use more energy at night may want to go for the smallest possible system. They would still see a long term benefit by going with solar over electricity for all their energy needs, but do not need to invest in a bigger system if they are not using most of that produced energy themselves.

Assess Your Budget

The final step in determining the ideal sized solar system for your home is to assess your budget. A significant advantage with investing in solar is that companies in Australia offer payment plans with very little interest to homeowners for this purpose.

With next to no upfront cost, you only have to assess how much money you can afford to spend on this installation. Factor in the money you would save by having lower energy bills, and you can arrive at a figure that indicates the size of solar system you can afford.

Connect With a Professional

Analysing the way you use energy, when you use power the most, and how much money you can spend on solar panels will help you decide if a 5kWh, 10kWh or even larger solar panel system is the right fit for your use case.

The final step is to find a seasoned professional in your area that handles solar installations. They can show you the various models in stock, pricing, and details regarding payment plans.

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Monday, May 1, 2023

SOLAR POWER: The Ultimate Beginner's Guide


Solar Power System Explained in 12 Minutes! On grid, off grid... inverters, panels and everything in between. #solar #green #diy