Home Solar
There has been a stellar spike in the customer base for photovoltaic systems in the past couple of years but installing a home solar unit takes a lot of thought and expertise as well as consideration for what this mean for the future. In some countries such as the US there have been increasing federal tax incentives for the ordinary homeowner to consider going solar. When staggering research that revealed that you can forgo planting 88 trees if you only go solar and reduce your carbon footprint was released, more and more people became interested in what makes the system tick.
In order to go solar you need to invest in photovoltaic panels which can be added to any number of areas to your house such as the roof, windows and so on. These cells have the special function of being able to convert sunlight into electricity by using inverters attached to those cells. The entire unit is very lightweight also which makes it easier and quicker to install.
Hiring A Professional
Installing a home solar energy system is definitely not something you should try on your own. Paneling will need to be carried out and there is always wiring to do.
A Few Tips When Making The Investment:
• Get a good warranty and opt for a legitimate manufacturer as they have made the most advances in photovoltaic technology.
• The inverter should be covered under warranty.
• When choosing a solar paneling specialist make sure they have received no complaints by checking out their portfolio on the Better Business Bureau.
• You can lease the unit if you aren’t in a position to buy it upfront and that works in a similar way to a mortgage. You get free repairs and maintenance included in the package.
Time And Paperwork
A permit of sorts is required before your home can be solar energy powered. The installer you have hired will get the paperwork for you regarding which municipality you live in. Depending on the installer the job can be done in several days or a few weeks at the most.
Practical Considerations
Remember that home solar energy is not as simple as it sounds. You need to do a practical work-up of how much sunlight there is during the day and how that varies with seasons and timings. This also depends on the part of the world you are in. If your home is in the vicinity of tall, large buildings or tress this could block a fair amount of sunlight. If you have a chimney design this could also eat up panel space. Make sure you have enough roof space and enough open air to make such an investment feasible.