I help homeowners figure out what actually makes sense for solar, heat pumps, EVs, and efficiency upgrades. Real numbers, honest tradeoffs, no affiliate games.
Run the numbers yourself before talking to any installer.
Estimate your payback period, monthly savings, and system size based on your roof, location, and electric bill.
ToolFind out if a small wind turbine makes financial sense for your property given local wind speeds and zoning.
ToolWalk through a room-by-room audit to find where your home loses the most energy and what to fix first.
Everything I have learned from researching (and sometimes installing) home energy upgrades.
What residential solar actually costs right now, broken down by system size, region, and installer type.
SolarA side-by-side look at panel efficiency, warranties, and real-world performance from the top manufacturers.
SolarWhen adding a battery to your solar system pays off, and when it is just an expensive backup generator.
SolarHow the 30% ITC works in practice, what qualifies, and common mistakes that reduce your credit.
SolarWhat you actually need to do (and what you can skip) to keep your panels producing at full capacity.
SolarHow net metering works, which states still offer it, and what happens when your utility changes the rules.
SolarHow to get solar savings without putting panels on your roof, and what to watch out for in the contracts.
A real comparison of operating costs, comfort, and installation for different climates and home types.
HVACThe upfront investment, long-term savings, and whether geothermal is worth it outside of ideal conditions.
HVACWhere ductless mini splits work well, what they cost, and whether you can install one yourself.
HVACHow much a smart thermostat actually saves, which ones work best, and settings that make a difference.
What it takes to go all-electric, the order to tackle each appliance, and how to plan around your panel capacity.
EfficiencyHeat pump water heaters vs traditional electric, including real energy use numbers and installation gotchas.
EfficiencyWhere insulation matters most, which types to use where, and the R-values that actually move the needle.
EVLevel 1 vs Level 2, what installation costs, and how to charge cheaply if you have time-of-use rates.
WindThe honest truth about residential wind power, including when it works and when solar is the better bet.
I started Viryd because I got tired of reading solar and heat pump articles that were obviously written to sell something. Every "best solar panel" list ended with a lead form. Every heat pump article was sponsored by an installer.
So I do the research myself. I dig into spec sheets, utility rate structures, and real performance data. When the numbers say something is not worth it, I say so. When a cheaper option outperforms the premium one, I point that out too.
These are independent, data-driven guides. No affiliate links influencing recommendations. No sponsored content. Just someone who has done the homework and wants to save you the trouble.