3 Things To Think About Before Installing That Roof Solar Panel

3 Things To Think About Before Installing That Roof Solar Panel

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Solar power is now within the reach of the homeowner. Installing a good roof solar panel can destroy your electricity bills. It'll also reduce your dependency on polluting fossil fuels (that are non-renewable) and you'll be doing your bit to fight climate change. A roof solar panel is low-maintenance if installed correctly, and has a life span of decades if it gets the right maintenance. Commercially installed solar panels usually pay themselves back over 10-15 years, but if you build and install you own you could save the same amount you spent on in within two months.

However, you need to do some homework before you can decide whether installing roof solar panels is going to be a worthwhile project that will save you money in the medium term.

Does you house get enough sun? Look around your house. Does it face the sun, and are there things like tall buildings that might block the sunlight you get falling on your home? Full sunlight is obviously best but be mindful of even partial shading. Minor shading from buildings and trees can result in major losses of power. A south-facing roof at a 30 degree angle is the most productive. East and west facing roofs are moderately productive and you should avoid a north facing roof. Make sure your roof gets full sunlight between the optimum hours of 10:00 to 14:00.

Does your geography make solar power feasible? Where you are on the earth does make a different, and the amount of power you can generate will vary depending on your climate. Obviously nations that get a lot of darkness during the winter will not be feasible locations for solar cells. However, the success of Germany's solar plants proves that you could make this a feasible energy alternative even in more temperate zones. In fact, the UK, a country famed for its grey weather and lack of sunshine sees strong sales in solar kits.

How much can solar power save you? If you already have very low utility bills then it is possible that you can supplement your entire household's power needs simply by installing a few roof solar panels. However, you will still need to draw upon the power grid at times when the sun is not shining. So, if your energy company allows you to sell your excess energy back to them (You'll need metering) then you can get a neutral bill or even make money if you are selling more energy back to the power grid than you use. Check that you can do this with your utility company before you begin the project.

Above are three questions you should ask yourself and research before you install your own roof solar panel. If the project gets the green light, you should then consider getting a good guide to home made energy. These guides don't require any specialist skills to complete the project and many are available on the internet. Shop around, most come with money-back guarantees so you can always get a refund if the information is too technical for you. Home made energy is a great way to save hundreds of dollars a month, and you will also be doing your bit for the environment!

About the Author:
Mark S Tan is a fan of home made energy. You don't need to be an engineer, all you need is the right know-how, the right guide. To get a good guide to installing your own roof solar panels, click here now: http://www.homemadepowersolutions.com



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