Do You Actually Need to Clean Your Solar Panels?

Rain can handle routine dust, but pollen, bird droppings, and dry climates are a different story. Here's how to tell if your solar panels actually need cleaning — and what to do if they do.

Curious what a solar cost estimate looks like for a home the size of Mount Vernon? We walk through George and Martha Washington's real electric bills, financing options, and system size.

A prepaid solar lease lets you pay upfront and potentially own your system in years — not decades. Here's how it works and whether it's right for you.