Archive - Solar Matters!

My Heart Wants Solar. My Head Keeps Doing Site Surveys.

Solar looked a lot simpler before I brought five panels home.

Oct 29 • Murray Chapman

Solar Matters: Is Eco-Worthy UL 9540 certification a game changer for Canadians?

A budget ESS that finally passes Canadian code—what’s the catch?

Oct 5 • Murray Chapman

September 2026

The Real Estate Reality Check: Why Simple Grid-Tied Solar Beats Complex ESS When Selling Your Canadian Home

Why high-voltage battery banks, aging inverters, and YouTube-inspired custom setups create 10-year maintenance traps and buyer friction in the Canadian…

Sep 15 • Murray Chapman

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