Homeowners often ask whether solar can be installed without drilling into the roof. The truth: not in California. Modern flashed mounts are engineered to protect your roof long-term, and a properly installed system will not cause leaks. Here’s what’s real, what’s hype, and how mounting actually works.

Most California homeowners expect solar to lower their electricity usage. They don’t expect solar to shrink the expensive peak-rate charges, usage-based fees, and winter bill spikes buried in their PG&E statement. Here’s a friendly, fact-based look at the hidden savings that make solar even more valuable in California.

If solar is such a smart investment, why do so many homeowners still say no? This blog breaks down the most common reasons people hesitate—cost, complexity, NEM 3.0—and what California homeowners need to know before ruling it out.

Does solar really raise your home’s value? On the Central Coast and in the Central Valley, the answer is often yes. Learn what studies show, how local markets are responding, and how to maximize your system’s impact on resale and buyer interest.

Learn how roof type, system size, and panel placement impact solar installation costs in California. Discover how a licensed engineer designs each system for optimal fit, aesthetics, and long-term performance—so you get clarity, not confusion.