An Independent Spirit: The Growth of Solar in the Midwest
Speaking with Scanifly, four solar contractors explained how folks in the midwest think about solar energy today and why the natural industry evolution is perfect for the region.
How to Choose a Third Party Design Vendor for Solar Projects
Design is the part of the solar process where it’s easiest to get behind or backlogged. A lot of contractors choose to outsource some or all of their design work to third parties. Unfortunately, that opens its own problems—namely, how to choose a vendor to work with. In this article, we’re sharing our rubric and the steps to follow when it comes to selecting the right design partner.
When you’re forced to climb up on the roof and measure by hand, even an hour per roof isn’t enough in all cases. Here’s what you’re missing out on, the risks you’re incurring, and how to get the whole roof measured in 15 minutes or fewer—for real.
Is It Still Safe To Buy DJI Drones For Solar Surveying?
In this article, we’re sorting through the key information about the Pentagon and the US Department of Defence (DoD) banning the procurement of DJI drones, how it impacts individuals in solar, and what impact it could have on the solar industry at large.
The Ins and Outs of Solar Drone Insurance: Why You Need It + How To Pick Your Policy
Drones crash into buildings sometimes. Or trees. The drone is damaged. A tree branch falls on a car. Someone has to pay. Moments like these call for drone insurance. Buying a policy is relatively easy—thankfully—but first, you need to know what kind of coverage you’re looking for.
Clouds Can’t Stop Solar Growth in the Pacific Northwest
Speaking with Scanifly, five different contractors across Washington and Oregon—shared their perspectives on what’s going on now and what the future of solar holds for the region.
From Teaching in Taiwan to Helping Solar Contractors Grow – Scanifly Spotlight: Daniel Castaño
Scanifly’s employee spotlights showcase our team’s backgrounds, journeys into solar energy, and how they help solar contractors grow their businesses. In this Q&A, Daniel Castano discusses his journey from teaching in Taiwan to helping Solar contractors grow.
5 Anxieties Surveyors Have About Measuring Roofs Without A Tape
At Scanifly, we’ve spoken to hundreds of surveyors about the shift from manual on-site measurements (ladder and tape) to digital (drone with software). Here are the most common anxieties they had about the transition—and how they overcame them.
Scanifly tested the new Mini 3 Pro drone with over 20 flights in as many weather conditions as we could: windy, sunny, cloudy, and at night. In this review, we’re covering key information, the good, the bad, and our official opinion on the drone for solar surveyors.
The Future of Solar in California: “It’s like the new gold rush”
Speaking with Scanifly, five contractors—Jim Jenal, co-founder of RunOnSun Solar; Kurt Ames, President of KW HOUR ENERGY; Micah Breeden, CFO, and Alyssa Traub, Project Development Manager, both at Allterra Solar; and Jennifer Kemme, the Owner of Vision Civil Engineering—explained the complex landscape of solar energy in California.
Join the 1,000’s of solar pros who get curated articles, podcasts, and product updates directly to their inbox to help sharpen their skills and grow their career in solar.
Solutions
Resources
Company
© Copyright Scanifly, Inc. 2025
