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Solar Incentive Changes in 2026: What Wisconsin Homeowners Can Do Now
Solar incentive changes in 2026 mean Wisconsin homeowners need a smarter strategy, not a panic response. While the federal residential tax credit has ended, Focus on Energy rebates, current net-metering treatment, and the long-term economics of ownership still make solar worth serious consideration. Learn how to evaluate leases carefully, protect your roof, and decide whether now is the right time to install.

Jon Torre
Mar 2413 min read


Do Solar Shingles Work During Winter?
Wondering if solar shingles work during Wisconsin winters? Learn how snow, roof pitch, and cold weather affect solar performance, and why winter is actually the best time to start your solar roofing project.

Jon Torre
Jan 206 min read


Wisconsin’s First Solar Shingle Roof: Mike Mannion Featured by Clean Jobs Midwest
Clean Jobs Midwest features Mike Mannion of Sun Vault Roofing for Wisconsin’s first integrated solar shingle roof. Learn how solar shingles protect and power your home.

Jon Torre
Oct 20, 20252 min read


Sun Vault Roofing Installs Wisconsin’s First Solar Shingle Roof
Sun Vault Roofing completed Wisconsin’s first solar shingle roof in Madison in fall 2025. Here is how CertainTeed Solstice solar shingles went on, step by step.

Jon Torre
Oct 9, 20257 min read


Asphalt Shingle Recycling in Wisconsin: What Happens to Your Old Roof
In Wisconsin, your roof doesn’t have to go to waste. It can go to work. Every year, thousands of tons of asphalt shingles are recycled into the roads we drive on, cutting carbon, saving money, and keeping waste out of landfills. And if you're in Dane County, you’re already part of one of the most effective roofing recycling programs in the country. At Sun Vault Roofing, we think you should feel proud when your old roof becomes part of something bigger, like roads, highways, a

Jon Torre
Jul 2, 20258 min read


Solar Shingles vs. Solar Panels: Which Is Right for You?
Solar shingles or solar panels? Compare cost, looks, weight, maintenance, warranty and resale value to see which fits your Wisconsin home.

Jon Torre
May 20, 202514 min read


Is Your Wisconsin Home a Good Fit for Solar? 6 Factors to Check Before Installing
Is your home a good fit for solar? Learn key factors like roof condition, sun exposure, and savings.

Jon Torre
Apr 8, 202510 min read
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