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Adding a Battery to Your Existing Solar System
Already have solar panels? Adding battery storage is one of the best upgrades you can make. Here's everything you need to know about retrofitting your
Battery Backup Guide
Your battery is more than just a backup power source — it's a tool that can reduce your electric bill, protect your home during outages, and give you control over your energy.
Can I Add an EV Charger?
**Yes** — and you don't need to be a Venture Home solar customer to get one. We install EV chargers for any homeowner in our service area. --- We ins
Connecticut Solar Incentives — Complete Guide
Connecticut's **Energy Storage Solutions (ESS) program**, administered by the CT Green Bank along
Delaware Solar Incentives — Complete Guide
While Delaware does not operate its own SREC market, **Delaware solar owners are eligible to register their syst
Delaware Utility Guide — Delmarva Power, Delaware Electric Cooperative
Delaware requires all major utilities — **
How Is a Battery Sized?
There's no one-size-fits-all answer. The right battery size depends on two things: 1. **What you want to back up** 2. **How large your solar system is** --- ## What You W
How to Check Your System's Performance
The best way to confirm your system is working is to **log into your monitoring app**. Depending on your system, this will be: - **Enphase** → Enphase App -
How to Reach Us: Make Sure You're Calling the Right Number
If you've been trying to reach Venture Home and haven't been able to get through, there's a good chance you may be calling a personal cell
Is My Roof Right For Solar
Breaking down types of roofs asphalt shingle, metal roofs, flat epdm, flat rolled asphalt. Venture Solar specializes in installing solar panels on a variety of roof typ
Maine Solar Incentives — Complete Guide
Maine **exempts renewable energy equipment** — including solar arrays, inverters, and paired battery storage — from property
Managing Your Enphase Battery: Settings, Modes, and Storm Guard
Your Enphase battery is managed entirely through the **Enphase App**, available on iOS and Android. Everything from your backup reser
Managing Your Tesla Powerwall: Settings, Modes, and Storm Watch
Your Tesla Powerwall is managed through the **Tesla App** — the same app used for Tesla vehicles. Everything from your backup reserve
Maryland Solar Incentives — Complete Guide
The Maryland Energy Administration (MEA) offers grants to income-eligible Maryland homeowners through the **Maryla
Massachusetts Solar Incentives — Complete Guide
Massachusetts offers a **state income tax credit worth 15% of the total net cost of your sola
Monitoring Your Solar System by Manufacturer
Your solar system can be monitored through a manufacturer-specific app that gives you real-time and historical performance data. This guide covers how t
My Utility Bill Looks Wrong — Am I Getting My Net Metering Credits?
If you've looked at your utility bill and something doesn't add up — your solar system is producing but your bill doesn't seem to
New Jersey Solar Incentives — Complete Guide
New Jersey has **one of the most lucrative solar incentive programs in the country**. ### How It
New York Solar Incentives — Complete Guide
New York offers a **state income tax credit worth 25% of the cost of your solar energy system**, up to
Pennsylvania Solar Incentives — Complete Guide
Pennsylvania participates in a **Solar Renewable Energy Certificate (SREC) market** — called **Alte
Post-Install: Awaiting Permission to Operate (PTO)
After your solar installation is complete, your system **cannot be turned on** until your utilit
Quick Reference: Winter Solar FAQ
**Almost certainly not.** Snow-covered panels simply can't produce. Check ag
Refer a Friend and Get Rewarded
If you love your Venture Home system, one of the best things you can do is share it. Our referral program pays you for every friend, family member, neighbor, or coll
Rhode Island Solar Incentives — Complete Guide
Rhode Island customer-owned systems earn **Class 1 RECs** registered in NEPOOL-GIS. ### How It
Selling Your Home with Solar: Value, Speed, and Competitive Position
If you're thinking about selling your home, your solar system isn't just something to disclose and transfer — **it's one of the
Snow Guards: Protecting What's Below
When snow does slide off solar panels, it doesn't always do so gradually. Panels are slick and angled, and a large accumulated sheet of snow can **release all a
SRECs and Solar Incentive Programs: Are You Getting Paid for Your Energy?
If you own your solar system outright — through a cash purchase, solar loan, or prepaid lease — you may be eligible for ong
Tips for Getting the Most Out of Your Battery During an Outage
Make sure **Storm Watch** (Tesla) or **Storm Guard** (Enphase) is enable
Washington, D.C. Solar Incentives — Complete Guide
The District of Columbia has **one of the most valuable SREC markets in the United States**. ### Wh
What Happens Between Signing and Installation?
After you sign your agreement with Venture Home, there are several steps that need to happen before your installation day. Most customers find this pe
What Happens If a Panel, Inverter, or Battery Stops Working?
Equipment issues are rare, but they do happen. Here's what to do and what to expect. --- **No matter what
What Happens to My Solar System During a Power Outage?
This is one of the most important things to understand about your solar system — and one of the most commonly misunderstood. **The answer dep
What to Expect on Installation Day
Installation day is an exciting milestone — it's when your solar system goes from a plan on paper to hardware on your roof. Here's what you can expect so the day
What's Covered Under Warranty?
Your solar system is backed by multiple layers of warranty coverage — from Venture Home's installation warranty to manufacturer warranties on the equipment itself. He
Why Venture Home? Choosing a Solar Partner for the Long Haul
Shopping for solar can feel like shopping for a car — a lot of companies, a lot of numbers, and more than a few people telling you what
Your Finance Provider: Billing, Contacts, and Home Sale/Refinance Guide
Your solar system was financed through one of several providers Venture Home works with. This article explains how to identif