phone801-298-5255 CUSTOMER SERVICE SCHEDULE APPOINTMENT

Intermountain Wind & Solar

Intermountain Wind & Solar

  • Powerwall Giveaway
  • Residential
    • Tesla Powerwall Installation
  • Commercial
  • Reviews
  • TAX INCENTIVES
    • Utah
      • Installation
      • Solar Panels
    • Nevada
      • Installation
      • Solar Panels
    • Wyoming
    • BOISE, IDAHO
      • Installation
      • Solar Panels
    • Oregon
  • Excavating & Utility Work
  • Roofing
  • Learning Hub
    • Tax Credits for Solar Panel Installation
    • Savings & Power Rates
    • Disaster Preparedness & Battery Backup
    • Blog
  • Contact
    • Utah
    • Wyoming
    • Nevada
    • Idaho
    • Oregon
  • Member Login

Local Homebuilders Are Embracing Solar Power

  • Home
  • Our Blog
  • Solar Blogs
  • Local Homebuilders Are Embracing Solar Power

Local Homebuilders Are Embracing Solar Power

Solar Blogs
547 Views

September 21, 2015

Solar power has become increasingly popular among new home buyers throughout the Intermountain West as well as the rest of the United States. Consequently, this increased consumer interest in alternative power generation is making solar energy extremely popular with homebuilders as well. If you are in the market for a new home, it will be easier than ever to find a one with photovoltaic solar panels already installed and ready to go. Take a look at this growing phenomenon and how it can benefit you.

Many New Homes Offered with Solar Panels

Builders across the country now include solar panels throughout their new subdivisions. KB Home, Pulte and Nexus Energy are just a few popular examples. Though some builders still charge extra for energy-efficient upgrades like this, many now offer them as standard or included features. One of the reasons builders can do this is that materials for solar projects have dramatically decreased in price in recent years. Builders also benefit from tax incentives and utilize programs that help pay for new homes to have energy-efficient features.

The Benefits of Alternative Energy

The main benefit of buying a new home with solar panels already installed is that you will never have to deal with high electric bills, no matter how much you run your heater or air conditioner. After all, many people who switch to solar power find their electric bill reduced by 50 percent or more. Relocating is already costly enough, so the ability to save right away on utility bills would be helpful for any new homeowner. Not to mention, solar-equipped homes tend to sell faster and for more money than those without this amenity. Additionally, it is approximately 20 percent less expensive to install solar on a home as it is being built, compared to a pre-existing home.

The Growing Popularity of Solar Energy

The obvious answer to solar power’s growing popularity is that homeowners want to save money on utility bills. But that’s not the only reason many people desire this valuable home upgrade. They also want to have more control over their energy independence. Reducing your dependence on the unpredictable and increasingly expensive municipal power grid is a highly desirable outcome today. If this is your goal for the future, consider purchasing your next new home with an alternative energy generating source already installed.

If you aren’t in the market for a new home, or if you plan to build your own custom residence, you can also enjoy the benefits of having PV solar panels installed. Intermountain Wind and Solar, serving Idaho, Wyoming, Nevada, Utah and Colorado, strives to help customers throughout the Intermountain West gain their energy independence. Contact them today to learn more about adding solar power to your home.

Before Installing Residential Solar, HOA Approval May Be Needed
Using the Utah Electric Utility Solar Incentive Program

    Contact Us Now!



    Schedule an Appointment

    idaho/oregon

    • 1830 Airport Way
    • Boise, Idaho 83716
    • 208-398-0039

    utah/nevada/wyoming

    • 1953 West 2425 South
    • Woods Cross, Utah 84087
    • 801-298-5255

    email

    • info@imwindandsolar.com
     
    • Boise | Idaho Falls
    • Twin Falls | Pocatello

    Careers

    blog

    Solar Review

    privacy policy

    In the news

    Nevada Contractors License # 0075835
    Utah Contractors License #7426030-5501
    Idaho Contractors License #009253
    Wyoming Contractors License #C-25233
    Oregon Contractors License CCB#216914

    logo
    • (801) 298-5255 SCHEDULE APPOINTMENT
    • Powerwall Giveaway
    • Residential
      • Tesla Powerwall Installation
    • Commercial
    • Reviews
    • TAX INCENTIVES
      • Utah
        • Installation
        • Solar Panels
      • Nevada
        • Installation
        • Solar Panels
      • Wyoming
      • BOISE, IDAHO
        • Installation
        • Solar Panels
      • Oregon
    • Excavating & Utility Work
    • Roofing
    • Learning Hub
      • Tax Credits for Solar Panel Installation
      • Savings & Power Rates
      • Disaster Preparedness & Battery Backup
      • Blog
    • Contact
      • Utah
      • Wyoming
      • Nevada
      • Idaho
      • Oregon