Insights, tips, and updates on solar, water systems, HVAC, and home efficiency from the Lela Homelife team.
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Nov 3, 2026
0% Mass Save HEAT Loan or an 8% home equity loan for a heat pump or insulation? Real 2026 numbers, who qualifies, and which one costs less.
Oct 30, 2026
Do solar panels work in a Massachusetts winter? How snow, short days and net metering credits affect your panels and your electric bill, explained simply.
Oct 27, 2026
Who qualifies for the Nov 1 heat pump winter electric rate from National Grid, Eversource and Unitil, how to enroll, and how much it can save.
Oct 23, 2026
Heating oil hit $6.12/gal in MA. What a heat pump really costs to run this winter in Worcester County, plus the Mass Save rebate and when it drops.
Oct 20, 2026
Mass Save's heat pump rebate drops from $8,500 to $7,500 on Jan 1, 2027. What Central MA homeowners must do before Dec 31, 2026, step by step.
Oct 20, 2026
Need a new roof before going solar in Central MA? How a solar PPA can cover both in 2026, the real tradeoffs, and who it's not right for.
May 25, 2026
Hot days are coming to MA. Prepare your home now with 8 energy-saving tips — from Eversource peak hours to EV charging schedules and ConnectedSolutions.
May 15, 2026
The 30% federal solar credit is gone. Here's what MA homeowners need to know about SMART, net metering, and whether solar still makes sense in 2026.
Apr 10, 2026
MA Solar Guide 2026: Is solar still worth it? Learn about the new 30% lease-to-own program, compare financing, and see how Lela Homelife finds your perfect fit.
Apr 8, 2026
Mass Save rebates 2026 are changing, but you can still save on heat pumps, insulation and water heaters. Learn how Lela Homelife helps you unlock incentives.