From shopping to generating electricity, the process of getting solar can take months. Here's what'll happen on installation day (and how to prep for it). Most people will need to find an installer to ...

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Installing solar panels is a top way to make a home more energy efficient and environmentally friendly, but setup and up-front costs can make the move unaffordable to many homeowners. To make the ...

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In a house, the electrical wires run from the main service panel to receptacles, switches and fixtures. The National Electrical Code specifies that the wires must be protected with either heavy-duty ...