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Solar Panels On Your House: Are They Worth It

By Amy C.

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Published: 05Jun2011
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It is sad that most Americans will only do something that is good for the planet if there are incentives. Is it worth it? Look at it this way can we afford not to. Most of the electrical energy we use comes from nuclear power plants. If the country went solar storing energy from the sun we could then close some of the plants in the areas that are likely to pose a problem if a disaster struck. We need to take a lesson from Japan and get on the right track.

Is it worth it financially? If you lived in areas of Washington State, maybe not so much. Most areas of the United States do get a wealth of sunlight. Even in winter the sun still beams brightly and can provide energy. If your home is suitable for installing solar panels it is well worth the price to do so. With the incentives now being offered by the government the cost is lower than ever before.

There is the argument that trees and buildings will be a problem and yes for some that is true. But if you have trees that over hangs the roof you can always have them trimmed back and well, there is nothing you can do about the tall buildings that overshadow your property. The fact is only a miniscule number will fit this profile. The rest of the population would benefit and save installing solar panels for everything ranging from powering your pool heater to pumping the water through solar fountain in your garden. You may also want to consider adding rain barrels to your garden to add a dash of ecological and sustainable gardening.

You can do the math yourself. Find out what the cost of a fully installed system will be including inverter, subtract the government incentives. Now investigate the savings others have experienced using a similar installation. You can get this information from online forums and friends or neighbors. Once you have the information, multiply the projected savings by the current rate you are being charged for power then by 365. This will give you an idea of what you can save with the installation of the solar panels.

Though there are some extreme conditions that could cost you, like a hail storm breaking a panel or something of that nature, the savings generally begin to show themselves in the positive after a few years of ownership. The rebates are higher the warmer sunnier climates and they also go up depending on how many panels you install.

Overall when you take into consideration the pros and the cons, it is well worth the investment. Not only will you be in line for great financial savings but also the impact on the environment is a plus. The fewer fossil fuels burned for the creation of energy the better for the atmosphere. We have to make the effort to reverse the damage to the environment before its too late.

Amy C. invites you to browse delightful collection of solar fountains and rain barrels to create an ecological and sustainable garden decor.

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