4 Things to Expect When Switching to Solar Power

As more and more people become aware of the advantages of solar power, it’s increasing in popularity as a power source. Today, getting solar panels installed on your home is more affordable than ever. If you’re considering getting residential solar panels, here are a few things you can expect.

1. It Will Increase Your Home's Value

This is a nice surprise that most people don’t expect, but your home’s value will automatically increase if you switch to solar energy. According to Architectural Digest, solar panels increase the appraisal value of a house by 4.1% on average. Potential homebuyers will be willing to pay more for a home with solar energy due to the many benefits it brings.

2. It Will Offer a Good Return on Your Investment

It’s important to remember that hiring a company to install residential solar panels is an investment. You’ll be paying initially for the installation of your solar system. However, you’ll quickly start to see a return on that investment when your energy bills start rolling in. You'll notice a decrease in your monthly energy bills due to this investment.

3. It Will Make the Electric Meter Reverse

One surprising thing you can expect is to see your electric meter run backward after you get residential solar panels. A traditional meter tracks and records the energy that your PV system produces. The meter will reverse when your PV system starts making more energy than your home can use. This means that your home is harvesting the same average number of kilowatt hours that your home uses each day. This is called net zero.

4. It Will Decrease Your Carbon Footprint

Although you won’t be able to tangibly see this, you can rest assured that by going solar, you are significantly reducing your carbon footprint on the planet. Although it may seem like a small thing, you must remember that every bit counts when it comes to our energy usage.

These are just a few things you can expect when you install residential solar. According to Market Watch, the typical solar warranty is between 10 and 15 years. We'll be happy to discuss our warranties when you get in touch with our team to schedule an appointment for solar panel installation services. If you’d like to learn more about solar energy and system installation, please contact us at Northwind Solar today.

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