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Solar energy offers lasting financial and environmental benefits. Learn why it’s a smart investment for homes, businesses, and farms.

Big Dog Solar helps businesses reduce emissions, lower costs, and meet sustainability goals with tailored commercial solar solutions.

Harness the power of solar in Pocatello for cost savings, sustainability, and energy control.

Cut energy costs and boost sustainability with solar solutions designed for businesses.

Big Dog Solar simplifies the switch to solar with tailored solutions, easy installation, and support.

Switching to solar energy offers savings, sustainability, and long-term financial benefits for all.

Learn how solar battery storage boosts energy independence for homes, businesses, and farms.

Discover how Big Dog Solar provides tailored solar solutions for homes, businesses, and farms.

Learn how investing in solar energy reduces your business's carbon footprint and boosts CSR.

Discover how solar panels benefit the environment, reduce emissions, and promote energy independence.

Learn how solar panels reduce electric bills, net metering, and the costs still involved.

Learn about active solar energy, how it works, and its benefits for energy independence.

Learn about solar battery storage, federal and state incentives, and how it powers energy independence.

Learn about solar systems without batteries, including their benefits and limitations for homeowners.

Learn how solar prices have dropped, making it more affordable, and explore financing options and savings.

Explore the key terms in solar energy, from panels to battery storage, and get started with solar.

Explore the pros and cons of going solar, from savings to challenges like weather and roof compatibility.

Switching to solar saves money and the planet—learn how to choose, install, and maintain solar panels.

Solar panel recycling is growing—learn how Solarcycle is tackling waste and recovering valuable materials.

Solar power saves money, boosts home value, and offers tax credits—learn how it can work for you.

Learn how net metering helps solar owners save money by earning credits for excess energy sent to the grid.

Compare off-grid and grid-tied solar with battery backup to find the best energy solution for your home.

Discover the differences between off-grid, grid-tied, and battery backup solar systems to power your home.

Winter and early spring are ideal for solar installations, preparing you for summer energy savings.

The Solar Investment Tax Credit helps you save on solar energy installation costs. Learn more here!

Choosing a solar installation company? Here are 10 key questions to ask before you make a decision.

Watch Mitch’s behind-the-scenes look at an epic solar install! Full roof coverage, stoked customers, and more.

Wondering about the solar installation process? Here's what happens during the site survey and more!

How strong are solar panels? We’ve thrown everything at them—see how they hold up against extreme tests!

Big Dog Solar is delivering surprises—by drone! Watch how they show customer appreciation in a fun way.

Mitch shows how solar power and family life blend perfectly at his home—15 panels and backup power!

Think solar panels are fragile? Watch as we put them to the test with a softball team.

This customer’s saving big with solar—$300/month off their business bill and $5 for home power!

Self-sufficiency and peace of mind—see why having solar at home is a game-changer!

Watch this hilarious skit from our marketing manager Mitch here—don't miss it!

Meet the Big Dog Solar team in this fun behind-the-scenes tour!

Discover the 7 simple steps to install solar with Mitch from Big Dog—easy and efficient!

We actually get questions about maintenance all the time. The thing you need to know is that there really is no maintenance involved. You just have to maybe wash the panels down once every year or two, and that's if you're in a dusty area. Otherwise, you can continue watching Netflix.

Did you know that there are two main types of solar panels, Monocrystalline and polycrystalline? So what's the difference? Monocrystalline panels are a little bit more aesthetically pleasing 'cause they have more of a solid black coloring to them. They may be a little bit more expensive. However, they're also a little bit more efficient.

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Fun fact, we actually get more daylight sun hours of solar production here in Idaho than half the state of Texas.

Dude, I chose Big Dog because Brad Barrott's literally one of the coolest guys on the planet. I've worked with him in multiple businesses. I trust him. He has integrity. He's just one of those guys that if he ever has something that I don't have, then I'll give him my business every time.

Being in this business for 10 plus years, we have seen a lot of customers interested in backup power of sorts. Sometimes those are generators, sometimes those are batteries, it just depends. They're different sizes, shapes, colors. And they all want it because they just wanna have the ability to use power when the grid is down, end of story.

This homeowner's power bill dropped to just $5 thanks to solar! See how it can pay off long-term.

See how solar locks in savings and helps you save long-term on your energy bills. Check it out!

It's buzzing. And I'm telling you what? There is not a better time than right now to consider going solar because people think, "Oh, I'll wait till the end of the year." Or they think about it in August when the sun is beating down on their bald heads, like mine.

Big Dog Solar energy serves two countries with its seven total locations, and Big Dog continues to grow! Learn more about the solar energy industry in all of our locations to see how we can best help you save money on your electric bill. Thanks to information from the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA), all data for America below is current as of July, August and September of 2019 (Q3 2019).

Let's talk solar investment, what it is, and what it's not. What it's not is a 401 [k] or IRA type of typical investment. What it is is an alternate energy solution. So instead of paying your electricity bill every month for $105, you pay solar power for the same amount of money.

People are always selling me on something. There's very few people that are genuine, what they say is what it is. That's Brad, it's Big Dog, and those are the boys.

Today's how we play, this is Lake Day.

So we go over the 700 kilowatts, and Rocky Mountain starts charging a lot more at that point. So I started doing the math and figuring it out and figured for us it made a lot of sense to do the solar.

To understand the question and if you're unfamiliar with how they mount, I'm here to put your heart at ease and show you a little bit of the tricks of the trade. So let's take a look and see how this works.

One of Big Dog's foundational values is to be as open and transparent as we can to the community. One way that we execute this is by providing abundant content that is easy to consume. So, without further adieu, welcome to our Solar Video Gallery! Feel free to view them all, or filter by topic.

The residential solar energy industry reached new record growth in the U.S. in July-September of 2019 (Q3 2019). More than 2.6 gigawatts of energy were added during that time alone, growing the total U.S. residential solar energy to 71.3 gigawatts. (One gigawatt is 1 billion watts.)

Those considering installing solar panels for their home or business probably have a lot of questions and decisions to make—decisions about financing, bills, grid type, etc. Having to sort through and decide what type of solar paneling would be best for your situation can seem daunting and time-consuming.

Solar panels are more sturdy than most realize. They can withstand thousands of pounds or even inch-thick hail falling at 55 mph without breaking.

If you’re excited about the environmental, health and financial benefits of going solar, you’re likely wondering what all needs to happen before you can start reaping the rewards. Besides talking with Big Dog Solar and signing the paperwork, there are a few logistical measures to ensure that your solar system will be perfect for your home and needs. Here are the steps for solar panel home installation.

Although solar residential systems vary from house to house, standard installations will have the same elements. The typical main components of a solar home system include the solar module, an inverter, a battery, a charge controller (sometimes known as a regulator), wiring and the support structure.

If you’ve ever wanted to save money on utility bills, help the environment or improve your health, it’s likely you’ve considered investing in solar panels for your home. In 2016, the Pew Research Center (PRC) found that 4% of homeowners had solar panels, but 40% were seriously considering adding them. Since 2016, those numbers have been steadily rising.

How are solar panels made? Most of the solar panels you see (or own yourself) are photovoltaic (PV) panels. There are several types of PV panels, but it’s essentially the same principle with any. Each panel is made of conductive cells. Light particles (photons) knock electrons loose from the cell’s atoms. This process creates an electric current to harvest the sun’s energy.

According to the USDA’s Economic Research Service, Idaho has roughly 24,000 farms or ranches that account for its 12 million acres of farmland. That’s about three times the landmass of Connecticut. Solar energy can benefit agriculture like farms greatly.

Many people believe solar panels don’t work well in winter, but just the opposite has proven true. Snow helps clean dirt or debris off solar panels as it melts. In addition, the snow can act as a mirror, reflecting more sunlight on the panels and therefore generating more energy for your home.

Have you ever thought about getting solar panels for your house before? Well if you have, then you might have heard plenty of solar companies that say “solar can save you a lot of money.” It is something that will not only help you save thousands of dollars, but will also help our environment.

Because your solar panels are likely sitting at an angle on your rooftop, they won’t need a lot of care, maintenance, or cleaning. Researchers at The University of California, San Diego, found that angled solar panels tend to stay much cleaner than flat solar panels. Even so, it’s important to take care of solar panels and be aware of what services or cleaning they may need to continue performing at maximum capacity.

The possibilities and benefits of solar energy can be exciting. There are only a few qualifications to know about, and thousands of homeowners qualify every year. If you have ever wondered: Do I Qualify for Solar Panels? Big Dog Solar can help.

Solar technology has come a long way from its humble beginnings:What once took lots of giant panels days to produce can now be generated by smaller panels within hours.

Solar energy and utilizing solar power from the sun has been something people have used for thousands of years, from cavemen using solar power to start fires, to today, where there are planes, cars, homes, and businesses powered with solar energy.

Near the end of 2017, we installed 4 separately metered solar arrays on a hog farm in Kansas.

It’s 2019 and in case you didn’t know, electric cars are taking over the world. Electric car sales are increasing, new car brands are hopping on the electric car bandwagon, and people are recognizing the benefits of driving electric vehicles.

The American economy runs on production, and much of that is agricultural. The farmers and ranchers within the heart of America really are the lifeblood of the country. So the question is, “if they are the lifeblood then what pumps that blood and enables it to lead to production for the farmer, rancher and the nation’s economy”?

Solar panels are being used to find newer and better ways to not only generate electricity, but also to utilize existing constructions and situations that might otherwise be overlooked. One such construction is known by many as the carport. Think about it. Every day, millions and millions of drivers leave and eventually return to the shade and shelter offered by the humble carport. But what about the solar possibility?

Whether you’ve heard that the cost is prohibitive, Idaho isn’t a great place to invest in solar, or anything else, it’s important to separate fact from fiction. Below are seven of the most common fallacies commonly associated with solar energy in Idaho and in general.

Solar power is apolitical and colorblind. It offers a wide range of benefits, and unlike many more political issues argued over, something for both Red and Blue, regardless of party lines or disagreements or any other division.

Big Dog Solar Energy has several agricultural solar customers over the years and continues to get inquiries from across the country.

Established in 2010, Big Dog Solar is committed to bringing clean, renewable energy to businesses and homes while providing spectacular, individualized customer care. Big Dog Solar Energy understands that committing to an alternate power source, either to reduce cost or eliminate them entirely, is an important decision.

Solar power is a reliable solution for clean alternative energy. At first, solar relied on large, expensive silicon cells. The industry transitioned to more economical and efficient thin-film cells. This has allowed solar panels to get a lot cheaper over time! Solar isn’t just for the wealthy!

Whatever your reasons, whether financial, environmental, or marketing driven, empowering your business to be more energy independent with a commercial solar system is a wise choice.