Home Solar Power Systems

 

Home solar power systems offer a great way to use an alternative energy source. They provide clean, renewable energy with little maintenance needed after the initial installation. Home solar power systems convert sunlight into electricity through the use of solar panels. For an average home about ten watts per square foot of electrical energy will be gathered per day, but this can vary depending on the size of the solar panels that are being used. Home solar power systems work by converting sunlight into electricity through the use of solar panels. On days with a more intense sun, more electricity is produced through home solar power systems. These types of self sustaining units are increasing in popularity around the globe as energy prices start to soar and environmental concerns take on increasing priority.

Electricity generated by your solar panel array passes through an inverter to convert it from DC to AC electricity. Electrical wiring is needed to connect the solar panels to the controller, then to your meter box, and then to your utility company via the existing electricity grid. Little additional equipment is needed other than the panels, controller and inverters, wiring, and the roof mounting system. Electricity produced by the solar cells that is not used immediately in the home can be returned to the power grid. When this happens your electricity meter literally spins backwards as you are passing energy back to the grid.

There are a few things that need to be considered when building your solar powered home. If your house is in the shade of tall trees or a neighbor’s large house then this will obviously reduce the effectiveness of a home solar powered system. Your solar panels really do need to have unfettered access to sunlight during daylight hours. As for the positioning of the solar panels it is common to assume that the sun rises more toward the southern side of your home and this is where your solar panels need to be positioned. You will need around 200-250 square feet of roof space to accommodate an effective solar panel array.

In order to qualify for rebates for the installation of solar panels you will need to ensure that the solar power system for your home is installed by a registered installer. It is advisable to deal with a registered solar power contractor from the start as they will be able to 1. Design your home solar power system;  2. Provide the panels and other materials and 3. Install the system. By contacting the energy department of your state government, they should be able to provide you with a list of registered solar panel installers.

In seriously considering the use of solar power for the home, you will be reducing the size of your home's electricity bills as well as taking positive steps towards the reduction of greenhouse gas omissions.



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