Guides
Solar and backup power, explained plainly
Short, practical guides for homeowners in the mountains and foothills of North Carolina.

How to Find Your kWh Usage on Your Electric Bill
The single most useful number for a solar or battery quote is already on your bill. Here is where to look.

Why Is It So Hard to Get a Solar Contractor to Call Back?
You filled out three websites and nobody came. It is not just you, and there is a better way to get on a calendar.

Battery Backup for a Well Pump: What to Know
No power means no water for a lot of mountain homes. A battery can fix that, if it is sized for the pump.