Most homes already have a smart meter that digitally communicates with the electric grid. If you're looking to get rooftop solar panels, a smart meter is an essential piece of equipment. Here's why.

Every solar panel company makes bold claims about its panel efficiency, maximum wattage availability, temperature coefficient and other specs in optimal conditions. Anyone who does product testing ...

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 ...