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Are Solar Panels Still Effective in Winter?
} Oct 16, 2026
If you're a Sonoma County homeowner watching the seasons shift, you might…
Should I Work with a Solar Consultant?
} Sep 16, 2026
Going solar in Sonoma County involves more decisions than most homeowners expect.…
Can Solar and Battery Storage Run Everything?
} Aug 18, 2026
You're thinking about an electric vehicle, maybe a heat pump for the…
How Does Home Solar Installation Work?
} Aug 4, 2026
A lot of homeowners sit on the solar decision for months. The…
How to Maintain My Home’s Solar Panel System?
} Jul 21, 2026
Getting solar installed is a major first step in the road to…
Tesla Powerwall vs. Enphase IQ 10C: Which Home Battery Is Better?
} Jul 7, 2026
Shopping for home backup power in Sonoma County often starts with a…
Tips for Your First Residential Solar Power System
} Jun 15, 2026
Choosing solar for the first time can feel like a major leap.…
Do I Need to Get a Home Battery If I Install Solar Panels?
} Jun 1, 2026
A lot of homeowners start with the same question: if solar panels…
How Much Does a Residential Solar Installation Usually Cost?
} May 18, 2026
In general, getting roof mounted solar panels without batteries costs anywhere from…
How Do I Clean My Solar Panels? Maintenance Guide
} May 4, 2026
Even though they’re built to withstand most natural wear and tear, your…
How to Download Your PG&E Electrical Usage Data (And Why It Matters)
} Nov 20, 2025
If you're exploring a solar and battery system for your home, one…
Testing Your FranklinWH Battery Backup System
} Nov 8, 2024
Testing Your FranklinWH Battery Backup System Testing your FranklinWH Home Power system…
Testing Your Enphase Battery Backup System
} Nov 8, 2024
Testing Your Enphase Battery Backup System: A Step-by-Step Guide In an age…
Exciting News!! NEW ways to expand your solar system WITHOUT affecting your Net Energy Metering (NEM)
} Apr 8, 2024
New Options for Adding Non-Export Solar to an Existing NEM System The…
Be Like Ben; Capture the Power
} Mar 18, 2024
Investing in solar and storage does help protect you from these rising,…
Why Energy Storage Is Important
} Feb 27, 2024
The Importance of Energy Storage Synergy Solar has over 20 years of…
Synergy’s School Program: Plugging into the Sun for a Brighter Future
} Feb 1, 2024
Synergy Solar is reviving our School Program. You get solar, your school…
From the office…Information Gathering
} Jan 10, 2024
There’s a lot of information we need to start your solar project…
Testing Your Sonnen Battery Backup System
} Sep 20, 2023
A Comprehensive Guide to Testing Your Sonnen Home Battery System In the…
What’s the difference between a backup battery and a savings battery?
} Sep 5, 2023
Leading the Move to Energy Storage Synergy leads the industry in solar…
What’s a kW and what’s a kWh? A good battery storage system design takes both into consideration.
} Aug 30, 2023
Understanding kW and kWh in Battery Storage Many people don’t understand the…
Does Solar Still Make Sense Under NEM 3?
} May 4, 2023
Have you seen the news the last few years around changes to…
Sonnen Firmware Update, June 2021
} Jun 15, 2021
Based on customer requests and system enhancements, Sonnen will be upgrading your…
Can I use my electric vehicle battery to power my home?
} Apr 28, 2021
Can I use my electric vehicle battery to power my home? Often,…
Sonnen Best Practices in an Outage
} Oct 22, 2020
Tips for Preparing for Planned and Extended Outages To download a PDF…
Sonnen Eclipse LED Color Codes
} Oct 21, 2020
Did you know that the "Eclipse" light on the front of your…
About Sonnen operating modes with grid/solar charging.
} Sep 28, 2020
About Sonnen operating modes with Grid charging Users have several different modes…
Do you really want to go “Off the Grid”!
} Apr 24, 2020
Grid-tied storage or off-grid – which is best for you? I often…
Fuel switching and battery storage.
} Apr 11, 2020
One of the common trends in the residential building community is what…
Comparing Sonnen Eco’s and Enphase Encharge
} Feb 21, 2020
Sonnen Eco Storage System compared to Enphase Encharge Storage System. Synergy has…
Should I Wait To Buy My Storage System!
} Jan 18, 2020
Should I wait to buy my storage system At Synergy we have…
Why You Should Care What Your Lithium Ion Battery Is Made Of.
} Jan 17, 2020
Why You Should Care What Your Battery Is Made Of. As home…
What does solar cost, when added to storage?
} Jan 7, 2020
Today I was in my office and our Office Manager, Sabrina, asked…
Comparing 10 year ownership costs of Battery Storage and an Auto Start Generator.
} Dec 18, 2019
10 year cost comparison of Battery Storage vs. Auto Start Generators Know…
Battery Storage Becomes Important!
} Sep 21, 2019
Why is solar powered battery backup becoming more important and justifiable? In…
Future-Proofing Storage Systems
} Sep 21, 2019
Future-proofing battery storage systems Overview In the energy field, we are seeing…
Urban Solar Battery Storage
} Sep 21, 2019
Overview Synergy has been selling a lot of solar battery storage lately,…
Rural Solar Battery Storage
} Sep 21, 2019
Overview This blog will focus on using battery storage and solar for…
PG&E Rate Changes
} Sep 19, 2019
Electric vehicle owners might want to change their charging times with the…
Synergy in the Press Democrat
} Sep 19, 2019
Synergy clarifies statements on keeping your home powered during an outage.
Battery Storage – Part 3: – Benefits of Pairing Storage with Solar!
} May 7, 2019
In my previous 2 blogs, I have discussed how to size a…
Battery Storage Part 2: – Components of a Storage System
} Apr 29, 2019
Components of a Storage System In my previous blog on storage, I…
Battery Storage Part 1: – Sizing a system
} Apr 26, 2019
Overview Pairing storage with solar can be daunting for many home owner’s. …
Spring Cleaning; Don’t Forget Your Solar Panels!
} Apr 19, 2019
Now that we have slogged through the damp weather this spring, your…
Tell Your Neighbors, Time is Running Out
} Apr 19, 2019
It’s a great time to remind your friends and neighbors that the…
Solar + Storage; The Perfect Marriage
} Apr 19, 2019
Who doesn’t love a perfect combo like Buttercup and Westley, coffee and…
Enphase Solar AC Batteries, a new era for energy independence.
} May 13, 2016
A few years back, Synergy made the decision that we would focus…
Sonoma County – You now have options in choosing a Utility Supplier!
} Feb 10, 2015
Choice has now come to most of Sonoma County when it comes…
Sonoma Clean Power or PG&E for the residential customer
} Nov 9, 2014
I am asked daily, "Should I opt out of Sonoma Clean Power…
Solar Users and Sonoma Clean Power
} Nov 9, 2014
Yesterday I attended an update session on Sonoma Clean Power (SCP), specifically…
Are RECs – Renewable Energy Certificated / Credits green washing?
} May 1, 2013
The debate regarding Renewable Energy Credits (RECs) is increasing. Are they green…
30 years of fuel for the equivalent of $1.00 a gallon, anyone interested?
} Mar 14, 2013
Would you buy 30 years of fuel for the equivalent of $1.00…
PG&E, breakdown of resources used
} Oct 23, 2012
In the solar industry, we often get trapped in focusing on the investment…
Cleaning your Solar Panels
} Jun 27, 2012
I am always asked, "What is the customer's responsibility for maintaining a…
State Tax Exemption for Farmers and Solar
} Jan 12, 2012
In the past, if a diesel generator is purchased to run a…
Renewable Energy Credits – Another source of income.
} Sep 21, 2011
A Renewable Energy Credit or REC, represents a positive environmental attribute from…
Installing the Bailey’s Ground Mount
} Sep 14, 2011
Ground mount system installations have more steps than systems mounted on a…
Synergy and Sebastopol Educational Foundation initiate Community Solar Program with first $1,000 donation.
} Aug 31, 2011
This month Synergy kicked off our new Community Solar Program, donating $1,000 to…
Analy Community Solar Program off to a good start with $1,000 donation from Synergy.
} Aug 9, 2011
On July 1st, Synergy kicked off the Community Solar Program for Sebastopol…
Rosenberger-Hagen Installation
} Jul 1, 2011
Every new job has a unique twist, but this one had several.…
Helping Sebastopol Schools
} Jul 1, 2011
Today Synergy is launching our "Plug into the Sun and Support Sebastopol…
Plug into the Sun and support Analy High School
} Jun 27, 2011
Our schools are in dire need of funding. Budget cuts, larger class…
Synergy – A Community Builder
} Jun 10, 2011
We believe every family, community and business can play a powerful role…
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the benefits of installing an electric vehicle charger at home?
Installing an electric vehicle charger at home provides convenience, cost savings, and faster charging times compared to public stations. It also increases property value and supports a sustainable lifestyle.
How do I choose the right electric vehicle charger for my home?
Consider factors like your vehicle’s charging capacity, your home’s electrical system, installation costs, and whether you need a Level 1 or Level 2 charger.
What is involved in upgrading an electrical panel for solar installation?
Upgrading an electrical panel for solar installation involves assessing the current panel’s capacity, replacing outdated components, and ensuring it can handle additional load from solar panels and other electrical upgrades.
