Guides

Everything to know before you go solar.

Plain-English explainers from an energy engineer who doesn't sell panels. Read these, run the calculator, then talk to vendors knowing your numbers.

Buyer's guide · 2026

Best solar panels & inverters

Credible ALMM brands, Mono PERC vs TOPCon, on-grid vs hybrid — and what actually matters when choosing.

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Buyer's guide · 2026

Best solar battery for your home

Lithium vs lead-acid, credible brands, the inverter-compatibility trap, and why prices are ranges to verify.

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The honest answer

Is rooftop solar worth it in India?

When solar genuinely pays off, when it doesn't, and the questions to ask before spending a rupee.

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Subsidy · 2026

PM Surya Ghar subsidy, explained simply

Exactly how much you get for 1, 2 and 3 kW, who qualifies, and the state top-ups most people miss.

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Real prices

What rooftop solar costs in India

A realistic price range by system size, what drives it up or down, and your true cost after subsidy.

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Simple method

How to size a solar system for your home

The back-of-envelope method an engineer uses to match panels to your real usage — no jargon.

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Small bill?

Is solar worth it on a ₹1,500–2,500 bill?

The honest math for smaller households — when it still pays off, and when to wait.

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How billing works

Net metering in India, explained

How exported units become bill credits, what happens to unused credits, and state differences.

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After installation

Solar panel maintenance & lifespan

How much upkeep solar really needs, how fast panels degrade, and what protects your investment.

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Practical sizing

Best solar system size for a 2BHK or 3BHK

Typical usage patterns by home size, translated into a realistic kW recommendation.

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Run your own numbers

See your system size, cost after subsidy, and payback period in 30 seconds — with every assumption shown.

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