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Solar Energy Panels For Your Home
Solar power is the most trending source of energy today. It is estimated that it will be the main source of energy, surpassing fossil fuels. Nowadays solar power is becoming increasingly popular due to the many benefits associated with it. Home solar is a great way to reduce your power bill and save thousands of dollars each month.
Why Go Solar?
Generations before have struggled to solve the carbon footprint problem. Solar energy is quickly becoming the standard for eco-friendly improvements. It’s time to turn your expenses into a smart investment the will help you save thousands on your electricity costs over the years. If you have any questions about putting in a residential solar system. Let us show you how you can get started very basically.
Solar Cuts Down Electricity Costs
One of the main benefits of solar power is cutting down on costs. The use of solar energy in your home has benefited many houses before that use green technology. When a home can generate their own electricity and use it, there are huge costs saved over time. After the initial costs of investing in technology, there are no more costs involved. Therefore, the business saves on the electricity bills which allow the business to thrive.
Clean and Environmental Friendly
One of the main reasons why solar systems have become very popular is due to the conservation of the environment. Residential solar panels are powered by solar energy which comes from the sun. The solar energy is absorbed into the solar batteries that convert it to electricity. Therefore, the production of solar power does not cause air pollution or emission of gasses. If a home wants to create a clean and friendly environment, they should go green by using solar power.
Long Term Reliability
Solar panels are known to be reliable. They can provide electricity for many years without the need for repairs or maintenance. The solar panels are sturdy and have a long life span. Once you purchase the panels, they can last for over 25 years without any problems. Solar panels have low maintenance costs. After purchasing, the only costs involved are the installation costs which are quite low when done professionally. They are installed at the rooftop where there are no elements that can destroy them.
Idaho Solar
Idaho is one of the fastest growing states for Solar Installation and is quickly passing most of the other states. More than ever before, Idahoans are discovering the benefits of residential solar panels. There are so many benefits to installing residential solar panels including the resale value of your house, lowering of your electric bill and helping the local community.
Will you be in your home for the next 2-3 years? If you’re not sure, consult one of our local energy consultants about your plans to know more if solar is right for you.
With the recent hail storms most of the roofs have been redone and it’s a perfect time to install a rooftop solar system. If your roof is older, let us take a look and see if it will work. Solar can always be ground mounted or added on a car port.
If you’re currently building a new home, let one of our energy consultants work with your developer to get your solar integrated with the build. It will save you money and make the process very simple.
LOCALLY OWNED & TRUSTED
Horizon PWR installs & services home solar systems across Idaho and Oregon. Our energy consultants and entire team will help you throughout the entire process. From getting started, the installation process, to finishing up and helping you understand federal and local solar incentives and rebates.
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On average an American household spends $1,500 a year on electricity bills. By installing a solar panel system that covers 80% to 100% of your needs you can save up to $100 a month. Take into account that electricity prices vary from state to state and that certain seasons when you need air conditioning, for example, increase your electricity consumption.
Solar panels are reliable based on the fact that the suppliers have to meet rigorous standards that the solar industry requires. Moreover, customers are offered lengthy warranties, so the providers need to stand by their word. There are two types: materials and performance warranties. Besides, manufacturers put extra care into the quality of the components. Each cell in the panel goes through testing before and after they are assembled. Check that the data includes the testing results for the solar panel.
The performance of a solar panel is better when it gets sufficient sunlight. To understand the optimum location, you need to know the position of your home first. In North America the southern direction is the ideal place for solar panels, you can guide yourself with the direction cable antennas face.
If you own a storage system for backup then you will. Installing solar batteries will allow you to store unused power generated by your solar system. Then you will be able to use that power. As they become more popular in the market their price will go down. Currently, the average price for a 9 kW/h is approximately $15,000 before tax credit and incentives.
1. Apply for all needed permits
2. Choose your supplier and buy the equipment.
You will need your panels, mounting and racking equipment, a solar inverter, electrical supplies, and a battery system.
3. Mark where you want the panels on the roof, drill the holes, and screw the lag bolts in being careful with the roof material.
Mount the panels on the racking system.
4. Connect the inverters.
Connect them to the rails using the bolts.
The boxes provide a positive and negative wire coming out of it. Connect them together to form a series connection for each array.
5. Finally, connect each panel’s negative and positive DC wires to the inverter’s wires.
