DIY Tips For Solar Energy In The Home

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DIY Tips For Solar Energy In The Home

If you're one of the many millions of people struggling in this economy, then it might be a good idea to look into a few ways to cut back on your home expenses. One of the best methods out there is to use solar energy to help eliminate some of your energy costs. But solar energy offers more to you than just monetary savings; read more about DIY solar home installation below.

Tip: The number of solar panels you buy, as well as their efficiency, has everything to do with the amount of energy your panels produce. A consultant can help you figure out just how much power you need as well as what panels are best suited to your needs.

The first step in the DIY solar process should be to figure out how many solar panels you're going to need. You do this with some simple math. Calculate how much amperage your home needs to operate and divide that amongst the output of solar panels.

Tip: If you are just starting with solar energy, you should start small. You can try solar energy without making a major commitment by installing solar landscaping lights.

Where is the best location for solar panels? Do a little bit of research and figure out which position would suit you best per your particular climate. Facing the eastern rising sun isn't always the best option. You may want them positioned to catch the late-day and evening sun.

Tip: You should figure out how you can store energy after you get it made by the solar energy system you're using. Batteries can store energy until you are ready to use it.

For some people, it takes a long time before they get around to purchasing solar panels. This means that the panels you researched back in 2010 may be obsolete in 2013. Check out the latest technologies out there. Just look how advanced the iPad is compared to a modern laptop like the MacBook Air, and we're only talking about a few years.

Tip: You should consider investing in solar panels if you are interested in long-term investments. Solar panels require an initial investment and may tale a while before they pay for themselves.

Before you get up there with your tools and high expectations, you first need to come up with a plan. Create a plan of attack for installing the converter, the storage system, and the panels, and try to stick to it to ensure everything runs smoothly. You don't want to hit any snags here.

Tip: Be sure to install your panels in an angle that will maximize the full sun throughout the whole year. If you are set against hiring a professional to assist you, you can start tracking the sun's movements yourself to calculate the best positioning.

You should also stick firmly to a budget. Paying more than you can afford with the hopes of cashing in on rebates might be a bad move. You'll have to wait until tax season for a rebate, and you'll have to wait years if not decades to recoup the entire cost. So create a firm budget.

Tip: Solar photovolatic panels can decrease your heating bill, as can solar water heating. Photovoltaic panels are going to work best in areas that get about 5 hours of sunlight uninterrupted each day.

If you can't find a friend willing to help you lug the panels up to the roof and install them, then perhaps you need to find new friends. You don't want to turn a DIY project into an outsourced project by paying laborers, so try to locate a friend, neighbor or family member to assist you in the installation of your solar system.

Tip: If you want to help the planet, consider solar energy panels. Solar energy harnesses the power of the sun, a free and entirely renewable source of power.

No matter what you think you know, it's important that you follow the instructions to the letter. Yes, every single nut and bolt needs to be used, and there is no rig job you can put on the panels to make them produce electricity better. Don't get all "Tim the Tool Man" with your system; just follow the instructions.

With the right motivation and knowledge, you can easily install a solar rig in your home over the course of a weekend. Just try to learn what you can about solar power in order to save money and to install the system properly.

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