Solar Blog

When you start researching solar, the string inverter vs. microinverter debate shows up almost immediately. One installer says microinverters are the premium option. Another refuses to use them at all. Both sound confident. Neither usually explains the long-term tradeoffs. Microinverters…

Gordonville, PA., April 2026 — Belmont Solar has been recognized on the Financial Times List of The Americas’ Fastest Growing Companies 2026, ranking at #242. The list is published annually by the Financial Times and Statista to celebrate the fastest-growing…

Solar shingles have been gaining popularity as an alternative to solar panels, thanks to their sleek, flat design that blends in seamlessly with your roof. But the question arises: are these the solar panels of the future or an expensive…

If you’ve been thinking about switching to solar energy, you’re not alone. Across Pennsylvania, homeowners are making the move to clean, renewable power, cutting their utility bills and shrinking their carbon footprint at the same time. But here’s the tricky…

Energy-efficient homes have become essential for today’s homeowners. With utility costs climbing and environmental concerns growing, building or upgrading your home for efficiency is one of the most effective ways to cut energy bills and lower your environmental impact. Still,…

We’re excited to share some good news as we head into the new year: Belmont Solar has been recognized on three national and statewide “Top Solar Contractor” lists for 2025. This year, Solar Power World named Belmont Solar: These rankings…

Solar panels are an excellent way to be more environmentally friendly while also saving on energy bills. Some homeowners even generate enough electricity to sell power back to their utility company. However, how the panels are purchased, whether they are…

The topics of climate change and environmental health are extremely important these days. More than ever, people are concerned about the negative and long-term effects of climate change and what they can do to limit those effects. One practical solution…

Your electric bill arrives in the mail, you open it, and none of it makes sense. If you recently switched to solar, that first bill can feel even more confusing because of how net metering works.  The good news is…

It’s not all gloom and doom at Belmont Solar these days. In fact, like our solar panels, we’re embracing sunny skies and a touch of optimism.  On July 4th, 2025, President Trump signed into law a bill known as H.R.1:…