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What is a home solar panel how can it save you money? In short, solar panels are a viable and eco-friendly option for homeowners who want to heat and cool their home efficiently using the sun's rays. Homeowners may even desire to power solar appliances using the energy captured and stored with solar panels.
A more detailed description of a home solar panel would also include the following facts. A solar panel is constructed from several solar cells or photovoltaic cells arranged in several arrays to create a panel. These solar cells soak up sunlight, which is then converted into energy via an electrically connected grid, which provides power and heat for your home. Many homeowners utilizing solar panels are enjoying the benefit of receiving funds from their local power company instead of the other way around.
Solar panels are best positioned on flat roofs and angled to the south. However, it's possible to make efficient use of the sun's energy with a home solar panel system that is within roughly 1,000 feet of your humble (or not so humble) abode.
Types of Home Solar Panels
If you're looking to invest in a home solar panel system for your home, you currently have at least three from which to choose. Who knows what the market will produce as the research on renewable energy moves forward.
Homeowners can choose from a 12-volt solar panel system, a do-it-yourself solar panel system or a thin film solar panel system. Each of these options features something different for the homeowner, so be sure to conduct research on each solar panel system prior to making an investment.
What Are the Benefits of a Home Solar Panel System for a Homeowner?
The first thing every homeowner wants to hear is how a solar panel system is going to save money. Saving money on energy costs is definitely one of the most attractive benefits of installing solar panels into your home.
How much will you save? Of course, the amount will vary depending on the geographic location of your home and consistent weather conditions, but some homeowners estimate they are saving around 50% on their energy bills each month.
Yes, the initial outlay of funds to install solar panels on your home may seem daunting, but you'll quickly see your investment pay off.
Where to Find Affordable or Free Solar Home Panels
One way to save money on solar panels is to build one yourself. "Do it yourself", or DIY solar panels are becoming more popular as more people are now looking to save money on energy costs AND save money. This can be a fun project that is not as difficult as it sounds, if you have some patience and willingness to follow instructions. You can even find used components to build a solar panel for free or a very low investment.
Speaking of financial benefits, there are some significant financial incentives available through your local and federal government for homeowners looking to 'go green' with home solar energy systems. Solar power grants are often available for homeowners too, some of which can help you to fund the entire cost of your system.
Another attractive benefit of a solar panel system is that you would likely have some power in the event of a power outage in your area due to severe weather conditions or a power grid failure. Full power isn't likely, but there is a good chance you'd have enough solar power stored up to provide some light and heat for your home.
And of course, one of the great benefits of using solar energy is that instead of paying your electric company, they will pay you! Yes, with a solar power system you may produce more than enough energy for your own use, and so your utility company will pay you for the surplus power.
Solar energy is clean and pure. There are no negative side effects associated with using solar power inside or outside the home. Solar power allows us to enjoy a smaller "footprint" on the environment as well, which means a cleaner and healthier world for future generations (perhaps even your own grandchildren!)
Some homeowners are opting to go completely off the grid and sustain their every energy need via solar energy. However, most homeowners simply desire to have a method of supplementing their energy needs and that's where solar panels can save you money AND help the environment!
About the Author:
M.S. Rochell is the editor of http://www.Go-Green-Solar-Energy.com/ which offers education and inspiration on the benefits of going green with solar energy, DIY solar power, and affordable solar energy solutions. Visit our growing library of home solar panel articles and for our free Solar Panels eBooks.
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