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Battery storage has become a significant revenue opportunity for US solar and electrical contractors. With the 30% ITC now applying to standalone storage (post-IRA 2022) and grid reliability concerns driving demand, many installers are doing battery retrofits to existing solar systems as well as new combined installs. Battery Storage Pricing (2026) Battery system Equipment cost…
CoreQuote and Billdu both offer quoting and invoicing functionality – but they are built for fundamentally different types of business. This comparison explains the differences clearly, so you can choose the right tool for your trades business. The Core Difference: Trades-Specific vs Generic CoreQuote is built specifically for UK trades businesses – electricians, plumbers, gas…
Marketing a solar installation business in the US is intensely competitive – national players like Sunrun, SunPower, and Tesla Solar outspend local installers dramatically on digital advertising. Here’s how local installers compete effectively. What Works for Local Solar Companies Door-to-door canvassing: Still one of the highest-ROI marketing channels in residential solar. A well-trained canvassing team…
The jump from domestic to commercial work is one of the most valuable moves a construction business can make – but you can’t make it by waiting for commercial clients to find you. Commercial clients don’t search Checkatrade. They use approved contractor lists, tender portals, and trusted referrals. Here’s how to get in front of…
The 30% federal Investment Tax Credit (ITC) is the single most powerful sales tool in US residential solar. Understanding how it works makes you a more credible salesperson – and helps you answer customer questions with confidence. What the ITC Is The ITC allows homeowners and businesses to deduct 30% of the total cost of…
Most tradespeople in the UK currently create quotes using a combination of WhatsApp, text, email, or a Word/Excel template – and this is exactly the problem. These tools were not designed for quoting, produce inconsistent output, and give customers no formal approval mechanism. The good news: there are now apps built specifically for this, and…
NABCEP certification is the solar industry’s most recognized credential and opens commercial work, better-paying residential clients, and access to solar financing company installer networks. Here’s the path. NABCEP PV Installation Professional: The Steps Step 1: Meet eligibility requirements The PV Installation Professional credential requires documented installation experience: – Advanced pathway: 58 hours of PV-specific training…
Most tradespeople don’t have terms and conditions. The ones who do have usually borrowed them from somewhere and haven’t read them properly. Well-written T&Cs protect you in a dispute, set clear expectations with customers, and signal professionalism. They don’t need to be complex – but they do need to cover the right things. Here’s what…
The US solar industry is one of the fastest-growing sectors in the construction trades. The 30% federal Investment Tax Credit (ITC) has driven consistent demand, and states like California, Texas, Florida, Arizona, and New York offer additional incentives. Here’s how to start. Licensing and Certification Solar installation in the US requires: Electrical contractor license: Solar…
Yes – there is a free quote app for tradespeople in the UK, and CoreQuote is built specifically for the trades. Unlike generic invoice and quoting tools designed for any small business, CoreQuote is designed around how trades businesses actually work: on site, from a phone, quoting labour and materials with professional presentation that wins…