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How big should your solar panel system be? Figuring out what size photovoltaic array to install isn’t easy. On the one hand, you want your PV system to produce enough energy to meet your household needs and eliminate your monthly electricity bills. But on the other hand, you’re concerned about costs – and though prices for solar panels have dramatically dropped in recent years, you don’t want to pay for more than you need. As you make plans to install a new solar panel system, you’ll need to consider the following to determine the right size for your photovoltaic array. Examine Your Electricity Bills Pull out your electricity bills from the past year or take a look at them online....
Why pay a professional solar contractor when you can buy a solar panel kit and install it yourself? Wouldn’t that cost less? Perhaps, but sticker price isn’t the only consideration. When you consider the bigger picture, paying a little less upfront and going the DIY route really isn’t a smart financial move. In the long run hiring a professional solar contractor can actually save you money. Time is Money How much do you know about installing solar panels? If you plan to handle your own photovoltaic installation, you’d better be ready to spend many, many hours reading manuals and watching instructional videos. The skills and knowledge you need to attain before embarking on the project include: How to evaluate a...
Why pay a professional solar contractor when you can buy a solar panel kit and install it yourself? Wouldn’t that cost less? Perhaps, but sticker price isn’t the only consideration. When you consider the bigger picture, paying a little less upfront and going the DIY route really isn’t a smart financial move. In the long run hiring a professional solar contractor can actually save you money. Time is Money How much do you know about installing solar panels? If you plan to handle your own photovoltaic installation, you’d better be ready to spend many, many hours reading manuals and watching instructional videos. The skills and knowledge you need to attain before embarking on the project include: How to evaluate a...
If your home PV system is connected to the utility grid, you don’t necessarily need to add solar battery storage – but you might want to consider the idea anyway. Solar storage can be a smart investment, one that reduces your reliance on the grid and gives you a greater degree of energy independence. Plus, adding a solar battery bank to your home PV system can decrease the amount of money you put in your utility company’s pocket. How Solar Battery Storage Works A well-designed home PV system can charge a solar battery bank and keep it fueled up, ready for use whenever necessary. Normally, excess electricity produced by your grid-tied photovoltaic array goes to the utility grid. With solar...