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SolarSDG&E Rate Increase: What It Means for Your Electric Bill and How to Take Control
SDG&E rates rise in 2026. Homeowners can lower electric bills with solar panels, home batteries, and HVAC systems from Baker Home Energy.
SolarThe Landlord’s Secret Weapon: Solar-Powered Utilities – Included with Rental
Reduce Vacancy. Attract Tenants Faster. Control Your Margins. If you own rental properties in San Diego County, you know the real killer: vacancy.…
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SDCP Solar Battery Savings Program: Maximize Your Energy Investment with Baker Home Energy
Discover how SDCP’s Solar Battery Savings Program helps you save money, earn incentives, and support a cleaner grid with Baker Home Energy.
SolarWhy Solar is the Smartest Investment for San Diego Small Business Owners
Small Business Owners can cut energy costs, boost property value, and claim tax credits with Baker Home Energy’s expert solutions.
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How the “One Big Beautiful Bill” Turns Its Back on Solar
Let’s be clear: this bill is not a clean energy win. It’s a rollback of progress, plain and simple.The “One Big Beautiful Bill” cuts federal support…
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Baker Home Energy Installs San Diego’s First SDGE-Approved Non-Export System
At Baker Home Energy, we’re always working to bring our customers the smartest energy solutions. We’re proud to announce that we were the first…
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How Much Solar Can I Add Without Losing NEM 1 or 2 Benefits?
If you’re a California homeowner benefiting from Net Energy Metering (NEM) 1.0 or NEM 2.0, you may be wondering how much additional solar…
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How existing Solar Customers can “Power up” their production using Non-Export Systems – and keep their current NEM status
News is now bright for homeowners to add more solar panels without penalty. Homeowners can now add non-export solar systems to add power while…
SolarNavigating Residential Solar Financing: Leases, PPA’s/ESA’s, and Solar Loans
The difference between a loan, PPA, ESA, and a lease is one of the most critical considerations in deciding how to pay for your solar system.
SolarHow Solar affects your home’s value in Southern California
Like other home improvements, adding solar power should add to the value of your home. But are buyers really willing to pay more for a home with…