Is Going Solar the Right Choice For You?

You’ve been hearing about solar from everyone lately, but you’re still wondering if it’s the right choice for you and what exactly goes into it. The short answer is: it’s right for everyone. Keep reading to learn the long answer: how and why solar energy is the right choice for everyone and what exactly will go into making the change to solar energy.

Why You Should Make the Switch

First and foremost, green and renewable energy is the future. Fossil fuels will eventually run out, utility bills will continue to skyrocket, and those who use solar energy won’t have to worry about the consequences of that.

Secondly, when the power goes out, you’ll be able to invest in batteries to keep your home running, so you’ll never have to worry about that again.

Tax incentives and rebates are not the only reasons to make the switch, but reasons to make the switch right now. With the federal tax incentive lowering every year until eventually going away altogether by 2022, now is the time to invest in solar.

Most important to most people is that you’ll save money. If you’re tied to the grid, you’ll still pay a fee, but it will be nothing compared to your utility bill. If you generate enough energy to power your home, you won’t have to pay any extra. On top of that, if you generate too much energy, you’ll be able to sell it back to your energy company and essentially cancel out anything you owe. If you choose to go off-grid, you won’t pay a fee at all.

I’m Convinced. What Do I Need?

The first thing you’ll need when going solar is the panels that generate the power. These panels are made up of photovoltaic cells, which are what converts the sunlight into the energy that powers your home. There are a ton of different things you’ll need to consider when you purchase your first panels. From the types of panels to the types of mounting systems, to the brands you can choose from, you’ll have a vast array of things to choose from and a vast array of choices to make.

The next thing you’ll need is an inverter. This is what turns the DC electricity generated by the panel into the AC electricity, which is what powers your home. You’ll want to find an inverter that has an intelligent 2-stage charger. This will stop it from overcharging.

Then you might want a battery, though that’s up to you. This is a small investment that will allow you to store energy, that way you’ll have plenty of it during nights, extreme weather conditions, or power outages.

Finally, you’ll need a charge controller. This will allow you to monitor how much energy you use.

Still Scared by the Initial Costs?

The main reason people aren’t jumping to switch to solar is because of how much it costs to initially install it. However, even though the initial costs are steep, the system will not only pay itself off, but it will also probably make you money.

When it comes to switching to solar energy, it’s really a no-brainer, and everyone should be making the switch right now.

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