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Colorado Xcel Energy Net Metering
Drew Cotten Drew Cotten

Colorado Xcel Energy Net Metering

Net metering is one of the many reasons solar energy makes financial sense for Sundog Solar customers, especially when you combine it with our low-cost batteries.. Here’s how it works: whenever your panels produce more electricity than you immediately…

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Do you have to clean solar panels?
Drew Cotten Drew Cotten

Do you have to clean solar panels?

In Colorado’s dry climate, people sometimes worry that dust or pollen will cake onto their solar panels and curb performance. The truth? Most of the time, Mother Nature does the cleaning for you. Occasional rain showers—and even snowmelt—tend to slide debris right off the panels. But if you’re in a particularly….

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Does solar affect my home’s value?
Drew Cotten Drew Cotten

Does solar affect my home’s value?

One of the biggest worries we hear from homeowners is, “What if I move before my solar system is paid off?” Good news: installing solar can actually boost your home’s resale value and make it more attractive to buyers. After all, who doesn’t….

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Solar Panels and Hail Resistance - plus will snow overload weight on my panels?
Drew Cotten Drew Cotten

Solar Panels and Hail Resistance - plus will snow overload weight on my panels?

Colorado weather is famously wild—hailstorms, powerful winds, and snow dumps are part of the deal. Naturally, folks wonder if solar panels (and their built-in batteries) can endure these extremes. The good news is yes: Sundog Solar’s standard installations are engineered to handle local conditions, and we run a structural check to confirm….

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Is Rooftop Solar a Scam?
Drew Cotten Drew Cotten

Is Rooftop Solar a Scam?

Probably every single person has heard some variation of: “Solar is a scam!” “You’ll never make your money back!” or “Those panels quit working after 2 years!” At Sundog Solar, we hear these fears all the time. And we get it: any industry with big promises and…

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Should I get Critter Guards & Pest Prevention for Solar
Drew Cotten Drew Cotten

Should I get Critter Guards & Pest Prevention for Solar

Colorado is home to plenty of wildlife, from curious squirrels to nesting birds. Unfortunately, these critters sometimes discover that the gap beneath solar panels offers a cozy refuge. Left unchecked, they can chew on wiring, deposit debris that blocks airflow, or…

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Upgrade My Electrical Panel for Solar?
Drew Cotten Drew Cotten

Upgrade My Electrical Panel for Solar?

When you switch to Sundog Solar’s all-in-one solar-plus-battery solution, you’re adding a robust energy system that can drastically cut your utility bill—and maybe even eliminate it entirely. But there’s a behind-the-scenes hero that often needs attention first: your electrical panel. Older panels might not have the capacity or…

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Microinverters vs. String Inverters for my Roof
Drew Cotten Drew Cotten

Microinverters vs. String Inverters for my Roof

Do tall trees or multiple roof angles have you worried about solar output? At Sundog Solar, we’ve seen it all—and we know the right inverter choice can make a world of difference. We also know that every system includes a battery, so you have added flexibility….

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Heat Pump Integration with Solar
Drew Cotten Drew Cotten

Heat Pump Integration with Solar

Heat pumps are changing the way Coloradans cool and heat their homes, replacing old gas furnaces and AC units with a cleaner, all-electric alternative. Pair that with Sundog Solar’s standard solar-plus-battery system and…

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Designing an Off-Grid Solar System for Remote Cabins
Drew Cotten Drew Cotten

Designing an Off-Grid Solar System for Remote Cabins

Colorado’s rugged beauty is unbeatable—especially when you’re tucked away in a remote cabin miles from the nearest power line. Going off the grid used to mean compromising on modern comforts. Not anymore. At Sundog Solar, every solar system we design includes a battery from the get-go, making it easier than…

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The Co-op vs. Investor-Owned Utility Difference
Drew Cotten Drew Cotten

The Co-op vs. Investor-Owned Utility Difference

Colorado’s electric landscape is a patchwork of investor-owned utilities (like Xcel) and rural co-ops. The differences in net metering policies, buyback rates, and connection fees can leave homeowners scratching their heads. Fortunately, Sundog Solar includes a battery with every system, so you’re never at the mercy of one-size-fits-all policies….

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Time-of-Use (TOU) Rates in Colorado
Drew Cotten Drew Cotten

Time-of-Use (TOU) Rates in Colorado

Many utilities in Colorado, including Xcel Energy, are introducing Time-of-Use (TOU) rates. Instead of a single electricity price all day, your rates fluctuate—often higher in late afternoon and early evening when demand peaks, and lower at night or midday. For solar owners, this can be both an opportunity and a challenge…

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