Sam Wigness

Sam started working in solar as a commercial installer in 2011 and has been creating content in the renewable energy, home improvement, and mortgage spaces for over a decade. He's been published by the Associated Press, Yahoo! Finance, MarketWatch, Home.com, Emeraldology.com and many other digital and print outlets. He's also been cited as a solar expert in The Mortage Reports

Sam has a BA in Communication with an Emphasis in Journalism from the University of North Dakota and was named 425 Magazine's "Top 30 Under 30 Professionals" in 2020 while running an sustainable e-commerce startup.

Based just outside of Seattle, WA, his 4.5 kW solar system provides enough power for his wife, daughter, and dog -- for now.

Solar Learning Articles

Should I Get an AC- or DC-Coupled Solar Battery?

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Which Type of Battery Is Best for a Home Solar...

Solar and battery systems offer homeowners an unprecedented opportunity to...

Solar Panels on a Flat Roof: 5 Things to Know

Can you install solar panels on a flat roof? Yes,...

When Is the Best Time to Buy Solar Panels?

The best time to own solar panels is when you...

Arizona’s Net Billing Battle: What You Need to Know

Key takeaways: Arizona adopted a net billing program in 2017...

Which Solar Battery Lasts The Longest?

One of the most important features of a battery is...

What Size Solar Battery Do I Need?

As grid electricity gets more expensive and unreliable, homeowners are...

How Long Does a Solar Battery Last?

Solar batteries are becoming more popular – and beneficial –...