Ben Lochtenberg

18 posts

October 27, 2026

NEM 3.0 in Los Angeles: What SCE and LADWP Customers Need to Know About Solar and Storage

SCE is on NEM 3.0, LADWP isn't. See how each utility credits solar exports and why batteries matter for your bill in LA.

October 23, 2026

Storm Watch, Backup Reserve, load management and solar recharging: how to stretch your Tesla Powerwall through a long power outage.

September 24, 2026

Solar's no longer required for Palisades and Altadena fire rebuilds under Title 24. Learn why timing solar into your rebuild still matters.

September 18, 2026

Title 24 mandates solar on new CA homes but offsets only 10-15% of your bill. Learn what's required and how Xero Solar helps close the gap.

June 17, 2026

How often solar panels need cleaning, who handles repairs, and what response times to expect—key maintenance questions before you sign.

June 11, 2026

Sizing, dispatch settings, temperature, and maintenance habits that help your solar battery return more value all year, from Xero Solar.

June 11, 2026

How CA Title 24 mandates solar & battery capacity for new commercial buildings, calculation methods, exceptions, and planning tips.

May 19, 2026

Federal ITC, bonus depreciation, and the July 2026 Safe Harbor deadline for commercial solar in CA. See what building owners must do next.

April 28, 2026

Cash vs loan vs lease, payback period math, and 2026 tax credit status explained for Southern California homeowners weighing solar costs.

April 14, 2026

Licensing, permitting, roof-fit, and warranty questions to ask before signing a residential solar contract in Southern California.