The Benefits of Installing Solar Panels the Artisan Electric Way
Are you considering making the switch to solar power? Do you feel passionate about protecting our planet through solar panels and renewable energy solutions? Installing a home or commercial solar (PV) panel system can not only be an extremely rewarding experience, but...
Can I Use Solar In A Power Outage?
One of the most common questions we receive from customers is "Can I use solar in a power outage?" Read more to find out. Do I need a battery backup with my solar PV installation? Most solar PV system installations in the U.S. are grid-tied, meaning that when the home...
Winterize Your Home With These Energy Efficiency Tips
Seattleites know that winters can be harsh and grey, but don't let that freeze you out of having a cozy winter! Follow these simple energy efficiency tips to help winterize your home in Seattle: Go solar! Using solar panels for powering your home during winter is an...
Supreme Court Decision Restricting EPA’s Power to Combat Climate Change Explained
Supreme Court Decision Restricting EPA’s Power to Combat Climate Change Explained On June 30, 2022 the Supreme Court announced its decision in the West Virginia v. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) case. In the 6 - 3 vote along partisan lines, the court’s...
PSE Utility Rate Increases 2022
Puget Sound Energy (PSE) is set to increase utility rates in a three-year rate proposal. If you're a PSE customer, your utility costs will increase dramatically over the next three years. Current rates are 9.5 cents for the first 600 kWh/month and 11.5 cents for...
Which Solar Incentives End in 2021?
Which solar incentives end in 2021? You may have heard "time is running out" to claim your solar incentives ending in 2021. What does this mean? Is time running out? The short answer:yes and no! All of the current Washington State solar incentives in place during...
Is Free Solar A Scam?
Have you seen ads on social media promoting "Free Solar"? Is it a scam? Let's find out. Is "Free Solar" A Scam? You may have seen ads promoting "Free Solar" pop up on YouTube or TikTok recently: We've had customers contacting us asking, is free solar a scam? It sounds...
Tesla Solar Roof – First Installation In Washington State
Take an up-close look at the first Tesla Solar Roof in Washington State, installed May/June 2021 by Artisan Electric Inc and Three Tree Roofing What is the Tesla Solar Roof? You've probably heard a lot about this brand-new building-integrated PV technology. Unlike...
Climate Pledge Arena Solar – A Close Up Look
A 1.2 MW (megawatt) solar installation is officially complete at the new home of Seattle's Kraken hockey team, the Climate Pledge Arena! The Climate Pledge Arena solar PV system consists of solar panels on 3 separate arrays, located on the Alaska Airlines Atrium (225...
What is Zero Down Solar?
Many customers are asking about ads they’ve seen on Facebook or Instagram promoting Zero Down Solar or No Cost Solar. What is zero down solar? What do these terms mean? Is it a scam? Spoiler alert: nope zero down solar is a real program you can take advantage of...
