5 Reasons to Use Home Solar Power Systems
Certainly there are more than 5 reasons to use home solar power systems, but I will give 5 good ones!
1. Save the Planet: It is no secret that we are destroying the planet with the byproducts of fossil fuel. We are also using fuel that we DO NOT have an abundance of. Using alternative means of energy is something that we are going to have to do. And I do not think that we want to be know as the generation that ruined the planet!
2. Saves Money: Help the environment and put some extra money in your pocket. Well you will have to agree that is a nobrainer! Who doesn’t want to have more money at the end of the day.
3. Pays for Itself: A lot of variables here, but a home solar power system WILL eventually pay for itself. Depending on the system, you could be getting rebates, tax breaks, an increase in the value of your home, and a big savings on your energy bill.
4. Many Different Applications: There are many things that you can do with home solar power systems. They can be used for a simple task such as cooking. A lot of people use it for heating. And obviously you can make and store your own electricity. You can use it totally or just for small applications, such as powering a workshop.
5. Can Build it Yourself: You can build home solar power systems for under $200.00. Michael Harvey has put together a program to show you step by step how to do it and even where to find the parts you need at very reasonable costs. His web site is: Earth4Energy. You will probably not make enough power to eliminate your electric bill, but you could save up to 80%. Or you could choose to have a professional system installed. The installer can provide you information on your savings, payback time, selling power back to the power company, and the value that it will add to your home.
Home solar power systems have been around for a long time. They are a lot more sophisticated than they were years ago. Some systems blend in to your roof and are hardly noticeable. It may be time for you to take another look at solar powered solutions!
Hiya
I found your blog through the problogger course. I love your list and interestingly, we are considering installing a solar panel this summer. We’re hoping to do a self build, so good to see your final point on the list.
Hope you are enjoying the 31 day challenge!
Thanks for stopping by Mrs Green. I am sure that you will enjoy your project!
Good luck with it.
You forgot that solar panels look cool
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Having solar panels covering much of your sun-facing roof surface also provides additional insulation, helping to keep your ceiling temperature down and keep the indoors temperature down in summer. Granted that wouldn’t be the primary reason for installing them, but it’s a nice side-effect.
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You are right Darren. I did say that in an earlier story about wind power turbines. I think that anything that uses renewable energy is a work of art to be admired!
It is good that you have these good tips on solar power systems. In addition, it also good to install HVAC systems in your homes to provide you with comfort and also reduces your electric bills.
Solar power system is also useful in your home will help you reduce your electrical bills.
That is right Diane.
Yes May, the newer systems are much more energy efficient!
Hi Bob ! Thanks for sharing articles and useful tips.
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Esther,
Glad you enjoyed them.
Bob
6. Help your country. By adopting solar power, you will help the west in becoming independent from some of the less-than noble middle eastern oil producing countries.
Whilst I know this is highly political, the above is a major reason solar power is gaining so much political momentum