Why Utility Approval Can Set the Schedule for Your Solar Project

By Brett Duguay | BD Electrical & Solar | September 30, 2026The panels are installed. The wiring is complete. The local inspection has passed. Why might a solar project still be waiting to operate?Because construction and utility authorization are separate...

Solar Works. The Design Around It Determines the Result.

By Brett Duguay | BD Electrical & Solar | September 30, 2026A solar proposal often starts with a panel count and an annual production estimate. Those numbers matter. They are also only the beginning of the design.An abundant energy resource still needs a complete...

What Affects the Cost of Electrical Work?

Electrical work is priced around the actual scope, site conditions, equipment, and coordination a project requires. A short online price list cannot reliably tell you what a service upgrade, EV charger, or commercial installation will cost at your property.BD...

How to Choose an Electrical & Solar Contractor

Choosing a contractor starts with the work you need done. A household electrical upgrade, a commercial distribution project, and a solar-plus-storage installation require different experience and coordination. This guide offers questions to help compare contractors;...

Planning a Commercial LED Lighting Upgrade

Reviewed September 2026.A good lighting upgrade balances energy use, visibility, comfort, controls, and maintenance. Selecting the lowest-wattage fixture alone does not establish a good design.Survey the existing lightingRecord fixture types, operating hours, mounting...