Solar panels can be installed in your home to save money and reduce carbon emissions. It is easy to be excited about the possibility. It’s easy to get excited about the prospect of adding a solar panel to your roof. But what questions should you ask to ensure that solar energy is a good fit for your house and your situation?
Do you need a new roof to go solar?
A roof in good condition is the best place to install solar panels. It is important to assess your roof’s condition before deciding if your home is suitable for solar power. You may consider replacing your roof or repairing it before installing solar panels. Solar panels can be installed on almost any type of roof, including asphalt, shingle, and clay tile. A professional solar installer can assess your roof’s viability early in the process.
Are we required to rewire our house to receive solar power?
Most cases will not require extensive rewiring to harness solar power. However, you must ensure enough space in your electrical panel to allow solar input. Your SunPower solar technician will help you determine this during your home visit.
Is my house facing the right direction for solar energy?
Because they get the most solar energy, homes that face south have been considered ideal for solar panels. Modern solar technology has enabled high-performance solar panels such as SunPower’s to harvest clean energy even if the roof isn’t oriented to receive sunlight. Because some utilities charge more for solar energy delivered to the grid at peak times, such as later in the afternoon, southwestern or western-facing roofs can often produce solar energy of higher value to homeowners.
Do I need to cut down trees to produce enough solar energy to power my home?
Sometimes trimming trees is necessary to get the maximum solar energy from your roof. The good news is that advances in solar technology have made it possible to remove large amounts of trees. The AC solar panels of a SunPower Equinox system allow each panel to capture the maximum sunlight even in shade-prone areas. The SunPower dealer can help you select the best solar panel for your home.
Can solar power reduce the value of my home?
No. No. Contact a qualified SunPower dealer to learn more.
What can we save using solar power?
The main question regarding home-solar is: How much can you save? The amount of electricity you use, how much space you have on your roof, what panels you choose and how much your utility pays for solar power are all factors that will determine your savings. Solar energy is now considered a great investment regardless of where you live.