Finally, do some research into the tax rebates and incentives that are available to you in your area. Once you have made contact with local contractors and decided on the company for you, they should be able to help you through this process. There is often paperwork and verification that needs to be done, so don't shy away from conversations with your contractor for help on these issues.
One other great thing about solar panels is that they operate during any weather. You don't have to worry about an electric shock and then the power goes out. Solar panels charge and then operate under any circumstances unless completely destroyed. This makes solar energy both more effective and efficient.
The first step to take in your evaluation is to determine you energy needs. Look over your past electricity bills and figure out how many kilowatt hours your home uses in an average month. With this number, you can make a better break even analysis.
If you have a large enough system, or if you don't use a lot of electricity, you can sell the power right back to your grid and end up receiving a check every month instead of a bill! Your township pays for electricity and thus charges you a lot. Well, if you're a provider, you'll get paid.
First of all, you need to get an idea of whether or not your roof is suitable for turning into a little solar power station of your own. The region your home is located in and your local climate play a big role here, but so do the design and orientation of your roof itself. For maximum results, you need to have large, continuous roof spaces pointed towards the south (or the north, in the southern hemisphere) and an overall climate that is predominantly sunny. Temperature does not matter as much as cloud cover.
With any type of construction some areas require certain licenses and permits. You will need to find out if there are any special requirements for the area you live in. Without following the rules in your area, you could get into quite a bit of trouble (even if you did not know about the rule).
Solar technology just gets better and better and becomes more and more affordable as the years pass. Every year, 50 percent more people decide to switch to solar to save money and save the planet! Don't get left behind! With the knowledge you have gained from this article, you can feel confident about making the switch to solar.
