What is Solar Home Basics?
Solar Home Basics is an independent guide to home solar power and batteries for homeowners in the United States, the United Kingdom and other English-speaking countries. We explain how systems work, what they cost, which incentives exist and how to compare quotes, in plain language and with sources you can check.
Why we created it
Information about home solar power is often out of date, scattered across different sources or mixed with sales pitches. We wanted a single place with clear, sourced guides that show their dates and assumptions, so homeowners can make better-informed decisions.
What you’ll find here
- Practical guides on sizing, costs, payback, equipment and installers.
- Country and state guides covering incentives, export rules and local considerations.
- Time-sensitive updates, with “last verified” dates so you can see how fresh a page is.
Who’s behind the site
Solar Home Basics is written and run by Marcos Martinez Martinez, based in Spain. Articles are researched from official and industry sources, drafted with the help of AI tools and reviewed before publication. See our Editorial Policy for details.
How we make money
We earn income from advertising and affiliate links. This doesn’t decide what we write. See our Affiliate and Advertising Disclosure and Editorial Policy.
What we’re not
We’re not installers, energy suppliers, lenders, tax advisers or lawyers. Our articles are information, not professional advice. See our Terms and Disclaimer.
Get in touch
Found an error or have a question? Email info@solarhomebasics.com or visit our Contact page.