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6 Reasons for Installing Solar Panels in Your Home

An article about the benefits of solar panels

By Paisley HansenPublished 4 years ago 3 min read
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6 Reasons for Installing Solar Panels in Your Home
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Solar panel installations are on the rise across the world. As solar panels become increasingly efficient and cost-effective, more people can experience the benefits of producing their own power. If you’re considering solar as an energy option for your home, you should examine solar energy’s advantages and how your home and the environment can improve.

1. Lower Power Bills

After you install solar panels in your home, you’ll see a sharp decrease in your power bill. Your home will continue to be connected to the power grid, but typically, you won’t use the grid’s power until late summer. If you continuously run the air conditioner during the hot summer months, your mwh rate increases, and drawing from the grid’s power becomes necessary. You view the megawatts per hour by examining your monthly energy bill, and you’ll see an average savings of $100 a month when you install solar panels.

2. Fossil Fuel Conservation

Non-renewable resources like coal continue to fuel the world’s power plants for energy production. Although many countries have made incredible progress in updating their energy grids with solar power, natural gas and coal dominate the energy industry. By using solar energy, you are contributing to fossil fuel conservation. When entire neighborhoods and Homeowners associations switch to solar energy, they make a substantial environmental impact. Solar power not only improves ecological issues, but it benefits the health of the human population. Because solar energy does not emit pollutants, it enhances the quality of breathable air.

3. Increased Home Values

One benefit of solar power that is not widely promoted is the increase in home values. Although many systems cost up to $30,000 to install, you’ll eventually see a return in your investment. Each month, the savings from your power bill help chip away the cost of the installation. A fully installed solar system can add over $5000 to the value of your home, and prospective buyers will line up when you decide to sell. Besides the energy and environmental benefits, many buyers appreciate the convenience of homes with fully operational systems that do not require an installation.

4. Government Incentives

Each jurisdiction has different guidelines for energy distribution, but most states have adopted incentive programs for solar panel installations. Although federal incentive programs have been reduced, state and local programs continue to provide discounts on solar installations. You can save 20% to 30% on your installation costs with combined incentive programs. That means that you can save $4,400 to $6,600 on a $22,000 system. Before purchasing a system, you should examine which incentives are available in your area.

5. Technology Upgrades

Although solar technology is vastly more efficient than it was twenty years ago, silicon cells generate less than 20% of the sun’s light into energy. Most solar cells are lighter and less expensive than the cells of the 1990s, but engineers are striving to increase the energy transfer rate of photovoltaic cells. Silicon is the most common material used in panel production, but recently, more scientists are focusing on new elements like perovskite and improved energy transmission with nanocylinders. Soon, you will be able to upgrade your solar system to enhance efficiency.

6. Lengthy Warranty

Although solar panels are designed to last for forty years, most companies include a warranty that covers your system for twenty to twenty-five years. When compared to other manufacturer warranties, solar warranties are more substantial and lengthier than any in the industry. Your system will be paid for before the warranty expires, but it’s comforting to know that the system is protected from potential storms or natural disasters. However, solar cells are incredibly durable, and most homeowners seldom need to replace them. Solar energy production is on the rise as more people and organizations embrace the advantages of renewable energy with zero emissions. If you want to save money and improve the environment, you should install a solar system and reap the benefits.

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Paisley Hansen

Paisley Hansen is a freelance writer and expert in health, fitness, beauty, and fashion. When she isn’t writing she can usually be found reading a good book or hitting the gym.

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