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Weatherize Before Going Solar

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In order to maximize your investment in solar it is wise to first reduce the amount of electricity your household consumes.

This is why Weatherization makes so much sense.

The first step in the weatherization process is a no-cost detailed energy assessment which your utility company will provide. An Energy Specialists will come to your home and present you with a detailed list of your current energy use along with custom recommendations to help you save energy and make your home more comfortable.

You will also receive a list describing the available rebates and incentives being offered by your utility company at that time.  For more information, give us a call or visit our Weatherization tab!

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Building Planning Part 2

Benefits of Solar

Solar is good for the world

A home with an average sized solar array will avoid producing more than 140 tons of carbon emissions over the lifespan of the system. This is equivalent to planting three thousand trees.
Solar and other clean energy are expected to create three to five million jobs in the United States over the next decade and many more worldwide.
By reducing our demand for foreign oil, solar provides a pathway which one day may lead the United States to total energy independence.

Great Investment

Solar is a great investment with several advantages over traditional investments. Solar on average can deliver returns up to 10 to 30%, on par with stocks and bonds. However, unlike stocks and bonds most of your return on investment is in the form of savings rather than income and is therefore not taxable. Solar is also a relatively low risk investment because your return is equal to what you save each month on your utility bill. It is practically guaranteed.

Solar is affordable

Today solar is affordable for almost everyone. If you can afford your current electric bill you can afford solar. Over the last several years solar prices have dropped over 80% and incentives and tax credits can drive the cost down even further.
No need to spend any money upfront. Flexible financing from solar loans and leases, most with zero down payment options make it possible for anyone to go solar. More often than not your solar loan or lease payment will be less than your monthly electric bill, so you start saving money as soon as the panels are installed.

Solar is easy to live with

Solar systems require little to no maintenance and the individual components which make up the system come with long manufacturer warranties. These systems increase the value of your home and make it more attractive to potential buyers. Studies show that homes with installed solar panels sell faster and usually at a premium over similar homes in the neighborhood.

The Takeaway

Bottom line, you can save big money by going solar. One thing is for sure the price we pay for electricity will continue to go up. The higher the price of electricity climbs, the more valuable you solar panels become. Because with solar, the electricity that you generate is free. Instead of paying the utility company you get to keep the money.
Energy Geeks has made a commitment to saving money on energy. Our holistic approach looks at your entire home as a system. First we provide a no-cost home energy assessments to determine where your energy use is greatest and how it can be reduced. But we don’t stop there, we also install the recommended energy efficiency measures and upgrades listed in the energy assessment. Followed as prescribed, this will reduce your energy consumption which in turn will reduce the number of solar panels needed. Reducing the number of solar panels needed will not only reduce the cost of the system it also reduces the amount of roof area needed to install it.
The time to go solar is now.


Will Solar Work on My Home?

Geographical location

The question on most people’s minds is, “Will solar work on my home”. Usually the answer is a resounding YES! You don’t need ideal conditions for solar to be effective. Although it is true that the more sun the better, most areas within the United States are sunny enough for solar. Solar is really about saving money. And the sunniest locations don’t always have the highest savings. How much money you save is mostly driven by how high the electric rates are in your area. Here in the Northeast the cost for electricity is high and are expected to go higher in the future. Consider this, Germany with its high cost of energy has sixty times more solar systems installed per person than we do here in the United States. Germany gets about the same amount of sunlight as Alaska.

Roof configuration

The perfect roof configuration for solar would consist of a large unobstructed area facing south with a 30 degree pitch. Incidentally, the compass feature on your smart phone works great. Don’t worry if your home does not have the perfect roof configuration. Most homes don’t. Fortunately, there is wiggle room with solar so you can still reap the benefits of having panels on your roof. For example, roof areas that face east and west can be used for solar. A roof with a pitch between 15 and 40 degrees, which includes most roofs, can be used for solar. Most roofs don’t have large unobstructed areas. There may be dormers, skylights chimneys or other protrusions in the way that break up the open space. Generally solar installers can design your array around these obstructions to maximize production.

A big consideration when it comes to all things solar is shade. Are there trees nearby that block the sun? Can they be pruned if need be or removed altogether? If a tall building blocks the sun from hitting your roof that may be a problem.

Energy Geeks has made a commitment to saving you money on energy. Our holistic approach looks at your entire home as a system. We provide a no-cost home energy assessment designed to show where your energy use is greatest and how it can be reduced. Each item described in the energy assessment will include a price specific to that measure. Thus providing a menu-like list where you can choose the entire package or just specific items from it. But we don’t stop there, we also install these energy efficiency measures and upgrades. Followed as prescribed, these measures will reduce your energy consumption which in turn will reduce the number of solar panels needed. Reducing the number of solar panels needed not only lowers the cost of the entire system it reduces the amount of roof area necessary to install it.

The time to go solar is now. Get a Quote on Solar!

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Virginia – North Easton

Mark and his crew were great! They arrived on time and promptly went to work. They continued working until the job was complete. They are positive, knowledgeable, efficient, well-mannered, and neat! Would I recommend Energy Geeks to others? Absolutely! I used Energy Geeks in the past and specifically requested them. I would recommend them for all of the above reasons.
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2017-03-31T13:19:35-04:00

Virginia - North Easton, MA

Mark and his crew were great! They arrived on time and promptly went to work. They continued working until the job was complete. They are positive, knowledgeable, efficient, well-mannered, and neat! Would I recommend Energy Geeks to others? Absolutely! I used Energy Geeks in the past and specifically requested them. I would recommend them for all of the above reasons.
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Sandra – South Deerfield, MA

Great Experience! Danny and his crew installed new insulation in our attic, replacing ducting of bathroom fan and roof vents. Their work is beautifully done and a pleasure to look at. They also installed weather stripping and neatly did basement air sealing . We could see a dramatic improvement in the decrease in draftiness after their work with the pre/post measurement. Danny was thoughtfully detailed and oversaw all the work being done, we are assured of the quality of these improvements. They were a pleasure to work with, professional and personable, neat and respectful. There was great communication with them and the Energy Geeks office. We absolutely recommend Energy Geeks, and Danny and his crew.
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2019-07-17T12:19:34-04:00

Sandra - MA

Great Experience! Danny and his crew installed new insulation in our attic, replacing ducting of bathroom fan and roof vents. Their work is beautifully done and a pleasure to look at. They also installed weather stripping and neatly did basement air sealing . We could see a dramatic improvement in the decrease in draftiness after their work with the pre/post measurement. Danny was thoughtfully detailed and oversaw all the work being done, we are assured of the quality of these improvements. They were a pleasure to work with, professional and personable, neat and respectful. There was great communication with them and the Energy Geeks office. We absolutely recommend Energy Geeks, and Danny and his crew.
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Nicholas – Pawtucket

Professional, friendly and efficient, I was happy to work with them to weatherize my home.
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2017-11-10T08:59:40-05:00

Nicholas - Pawtucket

Professional, friendly and efficient, I was happy to work with them to weatherize my home.
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Mary Alice – Webster, MA

I am writing to extend my "kudos" to the team of insulation experts that came to my home on Friday Oct 19, 2018.

Daniel and Nick were so awesome! Very customer friendly - explained everything they did and made good recommendations. I can tell the difference in how much "tighter" my house feels already.

They are both great reps for your company and I highly recommend them!

Thank you, thank you
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2018-10-31T16:07:40-04:00

Mary Alice - MA

I am writing to extend my "kudos" to the team of insulation experts that came to my home on Friday Oct 19, 2018. Daniel and Nick were so awesome! Very customer friendly - explained everything they did and made good recommendations. I can tell the difference in how much "tighter" my house feels already. They are both great reps for your company and I highly recommend them! Thank you, thank you
https://energygeeksinc.com/testimonials/mary-alice-webster-ma/

Maureen – Shrewsbury, MA

Excellent experience! The guys were professional and easy to work with. They went above and beyond to make sure the job was done right. I would absolutely recommend Energy Geeks!
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2017-04-03T13:08:36-04:00

Maureen - Shrewsbury, MA

Excellent experience! The guys were professional and easy to work with. They went above and beyond to make sure the job was done right. I would absolutely recommend Energy Geeks!
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Gary – Leicester

Energy Geeks were efficient, courteous, and great communicators. I would definitely recommend them to others.
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2017-02-28T13:38:56-05:00

Gary - Leicester, MA

Energy Geeks were efficient, courteous, and great communicators. I would definitely recommend them to others.
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Elizabeth – Attleboro

Sara and her team really went over and above to get my air sealing completed. Great customer service..Would highly recommend Energy Geeks
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2018-11-26T09:50:36-05:00

Elizabeth - MA

Sara and her team really went over and above to get my air sealing completed. Great customer service..Would highly recommend Energy Geeks
https://energygeeksinc.com/testimonials/elizabeth-attleboro/

Floyd – Needham

Great job. Nice workers - Nice work. I recommend Energy Geeks - they're knowledgeable, hard workers.
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2017-02-28T13:39:38-05:00

Floyd - Needham, MA

Great job. Nice workers - Nice work. I recommend Energy Geeks - they're knowledgeable, hard workers.
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Liz – Westborough, MA

The Energy Geeks crew was absolutely knowledgeable, hard-working, prompt and courteous.We had our house air sealed and attic insulation sprayed on Aug. 16, during a heat wave when we were running our central air 24/7. Just got our electric bill, and it was $50 less than the previous month...an awesome savings! I've got to believe that we'll be using a lot less propane to heat our house this winter, Energy Geek was also great about protecting my carpeting and furnishings during the work, and they explained everything they were doing to seal air leaks and spray in attic insulation. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them to others and to have them work at my home again. Thanks Energy Geeks!
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2016-08-16T18:08:25-04:00

~ Liz, Westborough

The Energy Geeks crew was absolutely knowledgeable, hard-working, prompt and courteous.We had our house air sealed and attic insulation sprayed on Aug. 16, during a heat wave when we were running our central air 24/7. Just got our electric bill, and it was $50 less than the previous month...an awesome savings! I've got to believe that we'll be using a lot less propane to heat our house this winter, Energy Geek was also great about protecting my carpeting and furnishings during the work, and they explained everything they were doing to seal air leaks and spray in attic insulation. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them to others and to have them work at my home again. Thanks Energy Geeks!
https://energygeeksinc.com/testimonials/liz-westborough-ma/

Harpreet – Hopkinton, MA

Excellent experience. Very professional and did a great job insulating the house. I would absolutely recommend Energy Geeks.
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2016-11-17T16:10:20-05:00

~ Harpreet, Hopkinton

Excellent experience. Very professional and did a great job insulating the house. I would absolutely recommend Energy Geeks.
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Jason – Attleboro, MA

The crew that came out to my house did a great job. The weather was extremely hot both days so working in the attic in that heat was not easy. They were all very professional and keep the place clean like they were never here. They also got along with my kids who were harassing them the whole day. The final product came out great and I would definitely recommend them to anyone interested.
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2019-07-17T12:20:15-04:00

Jason - MA

The crew that came out to my house did a great job. The weather was extremely hot both days so working in the attic in that heat was not easy. They were all very professional and keep the place clean like they were never here. They also got along with my kids who were harassing them the whole day. The final product came out great and I would definitely recommend them to anyone interested.
https://energygeeksinc.com/testimonials/jason-attleboro/

Paula – Brockton, MA

Having my entire house weatherized by Energy Geeks was one of the best decisions I have made. I can feel the difference already!

The whole house was prepped for the procedure. Technicians and Installers were courteous, neat and took proper steps to ensure dust did not escape into other areas of my house.

I am very satisfied with their professionalism and on time completion. I would highly recommend Energy Geeks to anyone getting this work done!
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2016-08-01T16:39:35-04:00

~ Paula, Brockton

Having my entire house weatherized by Energy Geeks was one of the best decisions I have made. I can feel the difference already! The whole house was prepped for the procedure. Technicians and Installers were courteous, neat and took proper steps to ensure dust did not escape into other areas of my house. I am very satisfied with their professionalism and on time completion. I would highly recommend Energy Geeks to anyone getting this work done!
https://energygeeksinc.com/testimonials/paula-brockton/

mike – hopedale

incredibly professional and knowledgably team. Kept me up to date every step of the way and were great about explaining what they were doing and finding while insulating. Smart, hard workers who know their trade.
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2018-06-18T08:05:49-04:00

Mike - RI

incredibly professional and knowledgably team. Kept me up to date every step of the way and were great about explaining what they were doing and finding while insulating. Smart, hard workers who know their trade.
https://energygeeksinc.com/testimonials/mike-hopedale/

Deidra – Stoughton, MA

Very good experience. I am pleased with the job. I recommend Energy Geeks.
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2017-03-28T13:31:03-04:00

Deidra - Stoughton, MA

Very good experience. I am pleased with the job. I recommend Energy Geeks.
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Pedro – Holbrook, MA

Energy Geeks were very helpful and friendly. I would recommend them. Very commendable.
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2017-03-31T13:20:26-04:00

Pedro - Holbrook, MA

Energy Geeks were very helpful and friendly. I would recommend them. Very commendable.
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Lucien – North Smithfield, RI

Energy Geeks did a great job. They were always on time, did high quality work and went the extra mile to make sure I was pleased with the work. They cleaned up very well. I would highly recommend them.
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2016-12-14T18:08:18-05:00

~ Lucien - North Smithfield

Energy Geeks did a great job. They were always on time, did high quality work and went the extra mile to make sure I was pleased with the work. They cleaned up very well. I would highly recommend them.
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Frank – Woonsocket, RI

I had my home air sealing done to tighten up my house and the Energy Geeks crew where great, they where on time, and they where very neat. The job went well and I didn't even know that they where there. I am completely satisfied and would absolutely recommend Energy geeks to anyone.
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2016-08-01T16:36:27-04:00

~ Frank, Woonsocket

I had my home air sealing done to tighten up my house and the Energy Geeks crew where great, they where on time, and they where very neat. The job went well and I didn't even know that they where there. I am completely satisfied and would absolutely recommend Energy geeks to anyone.
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Edmicelly – North Providence

Great experience! The technicians came right on time, were professional, and diligent in their work. I would recommend Energy Geeks to others! They are very knowledgeable.
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2017-03-17T09:28:08-04:00

Edmicelly - North Providence, RI

Great experience! The technicians came right on time, were professional, and diligent in their work. I would recommend Energy Geeks to others! They are very knowledgeable.
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Ellyn – East Greenwhich, RI

It was excellent. The technicians were very professional. It seems like a good program.
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2016-08-31T10:54:28-04:00

~ Ellyn, East Greenwhich

It was excellent. The technicians were very professional. It seems like a good program.
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Ann – Warwick, RI

Excellent experience, very professional and they did a great job. I recommend Energy Geeks!
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2017-03-28T13:31:35-04:00

Ann - Warwick, RI

Excellent experience, very professional and they did a great job. I recommend Energy Geeks!
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Al – Blackstone Ma

Great working with the crew of Daniel Mike and Jared very professional and accommodating. Did there job in one day very pleased would recommend to anyone
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2019-09-23T12:33:12-04:00

Al - MA

Great working with the crew of Daniel Mike and Jared very professional and accommodating. Did there job in one day very pleased would recommend to anyone
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Kate – Norton, MA

We've already noticed a difference with the house retaining cooler air when it's been hot and last night it was nice and warm during the cooler night. Thank you so much Energy Geeks for all of your hard work!
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2016-09-06T17:20:53-04:00

~ Kate, Norton

We've already noticed a difference with the house retaining cooler air when it's been hot and last night it was nice and warm during the cooler night. Thank you so much Energy Geeks for all of your hard work!
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Thomas – MA

Danny and his crew arrived at my home on Mon, Jan 8th. and did an amazing job. They were respectful and cleaned up as they worked. This was not an easy application. This hard working crew had to crawl into a space with little room to apply the insulation. It was difficult compounding the problem was the cold, snow, and a crawl space height of 17 inches. Nevertheless, all challenges were met and the work was completed in a exemplary manner. Would I recommend Energy Geeks and this crew to work in your home? Yes I would!
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2018-01-09T09:05:17-05:00

Thomas - MA

Danny and his crew arrived at my home on Mon, Jan 8th. and did an amazing job. They were respectful and cleaned up as they worked. This was not an easy application. This hard working crew had to crawl into a space with little room to apply the insulation. It was difficult compounding the problem was the cold, snow, and a crawl space height of 17 inches. Nevertheless, all challenges were met and the work was completed in a exemplary manner. Would I recommend Energy Geeks and this crew to work in your home? Yes I would!
https://energygeeksinc.com/testimonials/thomas-ma/

Mike – Smithfield, RI

Several weeks ago, your company installed energy insulation in our home.

A special thanks to your employees who completed the job. They were thorough, polite and cleaned up after themselves when the job was completed. It was a pleasure working with RISE and your company!

After my positive experience with your company/employees, I would highly recommend your business.

Thank you.
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2016-09-19T12:52:46-04:00

~ Mike, Smithfield

Several weeks ago, your company installed energy insulation in our home. A special thanks to your employees who completed the job. They were thorough, polite and cleaned up after themselves when the job was completed. It was a pleasure working with RISE and your company! After my positive experience with your company/employees, I would highly recommend your business. Thank you.
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Paul – Foxboro, MA

I feel great! Everything was done proficiently, clean. Would absolutely recommend Energy Geeks to anyone.
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2016-08-01T16:41:45-04:00

~ Paul, Foxboro

I feel great! Everything was done proficiently, clean. Would absolutely recommend Energy Geeks to anyone.
https://energygeeksinc.com/testimonials/paul-foxboro/

Scott & Deanne – Woonsocket, RI

The work we had done by Energy Geeks has made a huge difference in the overall comfort of our home. The temperature throughout is more consistent and we were able to keep our thermostat lower in the winter and cool off the entire house faster this summer which is already saving us money. The techs that came to the house were friendly and professional and we're thrilled that we chose Energy Geeks to perform the weatherization services in our home. We recommend Energy Geeks to everyone.
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2016-08-22T12:18:17-04:00

~ Scott & Deanne, Woonsocket

The work we had done by Energy Geeks has made a huge difference in the overall comfort of our home. The temperature throughout is more consistent and we were able to keep our thermostat lower in the winter and cool off the entire house faster this summer which is already saving us money. The techs that came to the house were friendly and professional and we're thrilled that we chose Energy Geeks to perform the weatherization services in our home. We recommend Energy Geeks to everyone.
https://energygeeksinc.com/testimonials/scott-deanne-woonsocket/

Robert – Lincoln, RI

I recommend Energy Geeks. They were professional, easy to work with, clean during the process and cleaned up afterwards.
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2017-03-31T13:19:57-04:00

Robert - Lincoln, RI

I recommend Energy Geeks. They were professional, easy to work with, clean during the process and cleaned up afterwards.
https://energygeeksinc.com/testimonials/robert-lincoln/

Phyllis – Greenville RI

I was at ease with the contractors from Energy Geeks, Daniel, Ben and Dave. They were kind and considerate when I asked questions. I am very satisfied with the work that was done. I appreciate the opportunity to conserve energy that is offered by National Grid. Thank you.
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2018-06-18T08:05:21-04:00

Phyllis - RI

I was at ease with the contractors from Energy Geeks, Daniel, Ben and Dave. They were kind and considerate when I asked questions. I am very satisfied with the work that was done. I appreciate the opportunity to conserve energy that is offered by National Grid. Thank you.
https://energygeeksinc.com/testimonials/phyllis-greenville-ri/

Stanley – Johnston, RI

Very Satisfied....Very Professional!
Energy Geeks
5
2016-11-17T16:09:32-05:00

~ Stanley, Johnston

Very Satisfied....Very Professional!
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