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Utahans have always been known for their industry, independence, and self-reliance. Is it any wonder, then, that many in Utah are turning to solar panels to become more independent of their power companies? Even the state government and power companies seem to be on board, offering their Utah customers various incentives to install solar panels. What is it about solar panels that are getting Utah home owners so excited? Saving Money There is no doubt that photovoltaic (PV) panels are expensive, but thanks to advancements in technology and production, roughly half of the energy a PV cell produces in its 30 year lifetime is free. The majority of homeowners’ with PV systems also have them hooked up to the grid. These home owners have an agreement with their power companies, who agree to pay them for any excess energy the PV cells produce in the form of credits on the next month’s bill. How would it be to have the power company owing you? Self-Reliance If a solar system is hooked to a deep-cycle battery bank, it can store energy for use during power outages. In what is called a hybrid system, the battery bank can be charged by electricity both from the PV cells and from the grid, and equipped to automatically begin providing energy to the home during a power outage. This means that you would never have to reset your alarm clock after a power outage again! Saving the Environment Utah, a state known for its beautiful and diverse environments, produces a lot of nature lovers. While Utahans generally aren’t the granola-crunching type, they are a people who tend to have a real respect for the natural world like most of their western neighbors. Large numbers of homeowners turn to renewable energy options to reduce their impact on the environment and protect the beauty around them. Everything you do to make your footprint smaller will leave more natural beauty for the generations to come. Whether you identify with one or all of these reasons for going solar, solar makes sense. Emancipating yourself from the grid, even partially, can bring a sense of satisfaction and independence. If you’ve been thinking about going solar, don’t delay any longer. Federal tax incentives for solar panels are scheduled to run out in 2016 so it is wise to get your installation sooner rather than later. The process is simple. Call a solar energy contractor to take a look at your home and discuss your energy goals with you. These professionals will be able to review your options and help you to decide where and how numerous your PV cells should be. Your contractor should also be able to discuss battery banking options and other equipment that can help to make your PV system more efficient and convenient. While they are at your home, be sure to ask what incentives your contractor knows of for homeowners in your area who are installing solar panels. Doing so could save you a bundle.
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