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The Alki Elementary install is a wrap! Swipe to see the school transform into a clean energy powerhouse. ☀️ 💪

More details and behind-the-scenes from this install coming soon!

Considering solar for your commercial property? We can help you navigate local energy codes, leverage financial incentives, and make the most of your solar investment. Learn more about commercial solar here: https://solar.solterra.com/commercial/.


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Solar for every style.

From the clean lines of a modern new build to the one-of-a-kind charm of a 1950s craftsman, solar can be designed to complement your home's unique look.

When a system is planned with both performance and aesthetics in mind, clean energy doesn't look like an afterthought. It feels like it belongs.

That's how we do it at Solterra. Get your free quote: https://solar.solterra.com/quote/.

The Solterra sales team got together in West Seattle this week to talk through some exciting projects ahead (more on those soon 👀).

While we were together, one thing kept coming up: solar is changing fast in Washington. If you’ve been thinking about making the switch, now’s a smart time to explore your options while incentives like 1:1 net metering are still available.

And when you work with a local Seattle team, you get people who understand Washington weather, local permitting, state incentives, Seattle-area utilities, and how to design a system that actually makes sense for homes here.

Curious what solar could look like for your Washington home? Reach out today to get a custom quote: https://solar.solterra.com/quote/.

☀️ Is a solar battery worth it in Washington? 🔋

⛈️ If you want to stay powered when the grid goes down, reduce your reliance on your utility company, and maximize the value of your solar investment — yes, a backup battery is worth it. 💡🔌

🤔 But the real answer depends on your home, energy goals, and what you're willing to pay for peace of mind.

➡️ Explore solar battery backup cost, how it works with or without solar, and whether a backup battery makes sense for you in our latest blog post: https://solar.solterra.com/is-a-solar-battery-worth-it/.

For , let's uncover: how clean is solar energy in Washington?

Solar energy is both renewable (source is naturally replenished) and clean (the total environmental impact is low). Here's how solar stacks up in the context of Western Washington's energy grid:

💡 Operational emissions: Solar produces zero emissions while actively generating electricity, providing clean energy from your rooftop for decades.

🏭 Lifecycle emissions: Solar does produce carbon emissions during manufacturing, but typically pays back its carbon debt within 1-4 years of installation.

♻️ Solar panel recycling: Solar panels are 90% recyclable. When homeowners are ready to upgrade their system, Solterra Solar will buy back their panels and recycle them, keeping them out of landfills and reducing the need for mining.

🌊 Solar vs. Hydropower: Washington's grid is 60% hydropower, making it one of the cleanest in the nation. However, hydro doesn’t offer homeowners energy savings, harms local river ecosystems, and is vulnerable to drought. We need both to transition confidently to a 100% clean energy future.

Take a full look at solar power's environmental impact, solar panel recycling, and how solar stacks against grid alternatives like hydropower in Western Washington in our Earth Day blog post: https://solar.solterra.com/is-solar-really-clean-energy/.

🧑‍🎨Great artists are often asked, “what’s your process?”

🙋‍♀️We’re so glad you asked.

Installing solar is as much art as it is science. Solar systems should generate electricity efficiently and reliably, AND look good doing it.

So, what’s our secret to creating truly inspired installations? 💁‍♀️ For the first time ever, we’re sharing our process:

💡 Inspiration: We learn about your home and energy needs; everything from your roof’s age and angle to how much energy you use and what you pay for it.

🖌️ First draft: We channel our creativity to design an efficient and aesthetic solar system customized to your home, budget, and goals.

🎨 Perfecting your design: You can ask questions, make changes, and confirm the final design is exactly to your taste.

🖼️ Published: The installation process typically only takes 3 days. Before you know it, you’re ready to enjoy your upgraded home—now a powerful work of clear energy art!

Curious about installing a clean energy-making masterpiece on your Western Washington home? Become our next inspiration here: https://solar.solterra.com/quote/.

We've been installing backup battery systems since 2010, and the #1 question we get is: battery or gas generator — which is better?

After hundreds of these conversations, we finally put together the most in-depth answer we've ever given.

Our new guide breaks down backup batteries vs. gas generators across cost, maintenance, performance, and reliability and is written specifically for Western Washington homeowners.

With power outages on the rise in Western Washington, there's never been a better time to take control of your energy.

👉 Start with the quick comparison at the top, or scroll deep if you want the full picture: https://solar.solterra.com/backup-battery-vs-gas-generator-the-complete-washington-homeowner-guide/.

Not in a reading mood? Request a free quote and we'll do the heavy lifting. Within 1 business day, we'll reach out to discuss which system makes more sense for your home. → https://solar.solterra.com/quote/.

There's never been a smarter time to own your energy source. Solar provides protection from rising utility rates and peace of mind when the grid goes down. Plus, with Washington's 1:1 net metering policy expected to change as early as this year, homeowners who make the switch now will save $10,000+ more than those who wait.

Ready to future-proof your home? We can help you lock in incentives and maximize energy savings. Get started with a free quote: https://solar.solterra.com/quote/.