Solar Blog

When Belmont Solar got its start in March 2001, very few people in Lancaster County were investing in solar power or recognizing its potential. Now, 25 years later, a lot has changed. More people have embraced the idea of solar-powered…

Sharing the Benefits of Solar and A Net-Zero Home With the Lancaster, PA Community Over the weekend of October 2 through 4, 2026, the American Solar Energy Society (ASES) hosted the 31st edition of the National Solar Tour. This event…

Squirrels may be cute and entertaining to watch in your yard, but once they make a home beneath your solar panels, they’re anything but harmless. They often chew through electrical wiring, cause roof leaks, and create other hidden problems that…

[Gordonville, PA, July 2026] — Belmont Solar, a Gordonville, Pennsylvania-based solar panel installation company, was named to Solar Power World’s annual Top Solar Contractors Special Report 2026 for the second year in a row. The list, published each July, celebrates…

Passive House Principles: How to Build a More Comfortable, Efficient Home As energy costs continue to rise, more homeowners are looking for ways to create homes that are comfortable, healthy, and affordable to operate. One of the most effective approaches…

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,…