Solar System – The Benefit of Solar Systems

July 19, 2009 - PRLog -- Solar System - Solar energy is garnering a lot of attention lately due to a number of factors that are associating it as an increasingly viable and a cost effective alternative energy source for homeowners. Here, you’ll find out the benefit of solar systems and some of the major reasons why you may want to consider installing a solar system in your home today.

Tax Incentives - The federal tax credit currently being offered to homeowners is 30% of the total cost for a solar system installed. Depending on where you live, keep in mind that you also may be eligible for additional state and local tax rebate programs which when combined with the federal tax incentive can dramatically reduce the cost (by up to 50% or more in some cases) and payback period of your solar power investment.

Affordability – In the past, one of the biggest negatives associated with solar systems was that they were very expensive to install for the average homeowners. Today, beside the fact that more attractive tax and rebate incentives being offered, there are a number of other factors that makes installing a solar system less expensive these days. Increased competition and recent technological advances in manufacturing has helped to reduce the overall cost of producing photovoltaic solar panels which has been passed along to the residential consumer. Plus warranties being offered today on most solar panels systems are longer than ever guaranteeing a more productive lifespan for your system.

Money Saving - There are a number of a factors involved regarding how quickly your solar system will pay for itself including your specific energy needs and local climate. Ultimately however, today’s more efficient solar systems should help dramatically reduce or eliminate your monthly energy bill from anywhere from 50% to 80%. And in some cases, if your state has a net metering program you may even be able to sell your excess or unneeded power back to your local utility company.

Increase House Value - Like any home improvement, installing a solar system is a proven a way to increase the value of your home in the marketplace. Although in most cases it’s not practical to take them with you when you move, solar systems have no moving parts and can last for 30 to 40 years. According to some reports, a solar electric system can potentially increase a home's value by approximately $20,000 for each $1,000 in annual reduced electrical costs.

Environment Friendly - Solar energy is a renewable, efficient, and non-polluting energy source. Homeowners’who install a solar system can have the personal satisfaction of knowing they are helping reduce the emission of green house gases which most scientists agree have a direct relation to global warming.

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Andy O Silliven is an engineer and author in the fields of electrical engineering. He enjoys writing about the topic and keeping up with current events and research in the area of renewable energy sources. Recommends: http://www.greenearth4energy.com