Lee Wallender is a home improvement writer of nearly 20 years and specializes in home remodeling, repair and maintenance. Kristin is a lead editor at Forbes Home and has nearly a decade of ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Solar panels are an incredibly useful way to get power to buildings that aren't wired up to an electrical grid. Why use messy extension cords ...

Having spent 30+ years in residential construction, contracting, remodeling, maintenance and home repair, Deane now contributes DIY, informational and financial content as a freelance writer and ...

In the past few years, it’s become much easier and cheaper for homeowners to go solar. Renters typically have a harder time, especially in an apartment building. Unless your landlord recognizes the ...

Swedish furniture retailer Ikea is selling plug-in solar kits in Germany, with storage-inclusive systems starting at €1,229 ($1,425) and reaching €2,800 for versions featuring four 520 W panels. The ...

We Care Solar, a California-based nonprofit, has delivered off-grid suitcase-sized solar kits to more than 10,000 health clinics in sub-Saharan Africa. The kits are designed to provide lighting for ...