Why Go Solar
Why Go Solar?
Solar energy is clean and renewable. Using solar power, you can help reduce greenhouse gas emissions in your home by providing electricity or heating water for all of those living spaces! Solar will never run out as there’s an unlimited supply from the Sun; it also doesn’t pollute the air like other sources do so this provides a positive impact on quality-of-life too because people are not impacted with health problems resulting from dirty combustion processes used elsewhere around factories etc.
Fossil fuels such as coal and natural gas are causing our Earth to heat up at a rapid pace. When burned, these fuels emit substances such as carbon dioxide, nitrogen oxide, and sulfur dioxide. These air pollutants are one of the main driving forces behind climate change. We may not think that what we do today matters, but the environmental impact of our choices for future generations can be irreversible. We must lower greenhouse gases and make an investment in our planet before it is too late.
Solar Panels Lower Electricity Bills
Many people think installing solar panels is a heavy expense that they will never financially earn back. What few realize is that solar panels will dramatically reduce the cost of your utility bills, and in some cases can completely eliminate your high electricity costs. The average payback period for solar panel installation is only between 5 to 7 years. When you consider that a solar energy system will last about 20-25 years before any panels need to be replaced, you can see that you have anywhere from 1 to 2 decades to enjoy great financial gains. In Florida, the typical savings over a 20 year period is around $30,000 to $40,000, and that’s even when you factor all of your upfront costs for solar energy equipment and installation. Not too bad for helping out the planet!
Solar Tax Credits
Due to all of the environmental benefits of solar energy, the government is urging citizens across Florida and the United States to have solar panels installed, and they offer tax incentives to help you do so. For example, in the year 2022, the Federal Solar Investment Tax Credit offers a 22% tax rebate towards your federal taxes for those that choose to have solar energy systems installed. This percentage is figured from the cost of your equipment and installation, and there’s no ceiling as to how high it can go! This means you are saving nearly a quarter off of your initial costs right off the bat. Call South Florida Solar Company and ask us about all the incentives involved with going solar.
Solar Energy Is Reliable
In order to produce electricity for homes and businesses across the world, solar energy depends on our greatest resource, sunlight. As long as our sun is shining, solar panels will generate electricity for years to come. What’s more, today’s new and improved solar panels are mostly made out of silicon, which just so happens to be one of Earth’s most abundant resources. When you consider how environmentally friendly and sustainable solar energy is, this makes it the perfect energy solution for both now and our distant future. The solar industry has improved leaps and bounds over the past couple of decades, and the recent spike in popularity, it means more people are investing in and studying the advantages of going solar. The future is as bright as the sun itself for solar energy, and we are privileged to be educating residents from Fort Myers to Fort Lauderdale all about this innovative technology.
Solar Prices Stay Consistent
Homeowners that have been around the block a few times realize that their electricity prices have doubled in the past few decades. Electricity rates continue to increase while the demand for electricity is doing anything but slowing down. It appears due to inflation the cost of everything is going up, except for solar energy. When you decide to go solar, your costs will be consistent and predictable month to month and year to year. You will never pay for the solar energy that your system produces, and solar panels require very little maintenance over their life span. Stop hoping that the utility company is going to give you a fair rate and make the switch to renewable energy that is dependable. Generate free power for your home or business while reducing carbon emissions at the same time.
Renewable Energy Is Advancing
As we previously mentioned, the solar industry is growing and the improved technology continues to impress. The first solar panels were clunky and inefficient, while today’s are sleek and produce electricity at extremely expeditious rates. New prototypes for solar panels are being developed and tested as we speak to continue the push for solar electricity and lower our carbon footprint for future generations. Our goal is for the average homeowner to have a solar system in place for them to produce their own power. We want going solar to be a commonality instead of a rarity. The benefits of going solar are tremendous as is, and that will only continue to improve as we solar energy proves that it is a source of longer dependent energy.
Solar Batteries To Eliminate Electric Bills
Ever dream of going completely off grid and not having to rely on the utility company whatsoever for your energy needs? This becomes possible with your install solar with battery backup storage. Solar batteries keep appliances running all day and night. When your solar panels produce more energy than what your home needs during peak sunlight hours, that surplus energy is then stored away into a solar battery to be used when your system is not generating power. This could be used at night time, during power outages and blackouts, whenever your home and appliances need backup power, your battery storage comes through in the clutch. This could help you save money even more on electric bills, and can completely eliminate them with the right solar panel system installed.
Increase Property Value With A Solar Panel System
The price for your home will increase immediately when solar panels are installed. People are wanting to make the switch to solar energy, and having a system in place will only increase your attractiveness for potential buyers. Prices can increase anywhere from $10,000 to upwards of $50,000 and more. Federal and state governments are starting to mandate that homes and buildings have solar panels in different parts of the country, and most homeowners will see the value of checking this off the list as soon as they buy their new home. Solar energy is truly one of the best investments you can make when it comes to home improvement projects. Not only will you be lowering the cost of your energy bills for the time you are in your home, but the resale value of it goes up as well making this one of the best reasons to go solar.
Solar Panels Increase Property Value
The more home’s that make the switch to harnessing the sun’s power for energy use, the more local solar companies need employees to hire. This leads to more jobs available and people earning higher wages. When you combine this with the fact that customers who go solar have lower monthly expenses as a result of a reduced electric bill, they will have more money to spend elsewhere which can lead to higher stimulation in the local economy. When you ask yourself “Why go solar?”, remember that you are not only making an investment into your personal home and finances but also your community and planet. The monthly savings you earn are just the beginning of the benefits of solar.
Are Solar Installations Affordable?
Perhaps the biggest concern we hear from those looking into going solar is that the total cost of equipment and installation will be too high. While solar is an investment, you can rest assured that is one that is both smart and affordable. After all, one of the biggest incentives for making the switch is so you can save money in the long term. For some simple numbers, we can tell you that the average cost of a solar system for a typical residential home will be somewhere between $10,000 to $17,500 before the solar tax credit is factored in. Keep in mind that this does not have to be paid out of pocket by any means. Financing options are available for those who qualify with a fair credit score. Your monthly expenses for the installation of your solar power are usually lower than what your current monthly electricity costs are, meaning you can use the money that you save from your utility bills to help pay off your solar system faster. In fact, we find that the money you save can pay off your system outright within about 5 to 8 years! If installed properly with high quality material, solar panels generate reliable energy at maximum efficiency for about 25 years, meaning you have a whole lot of savings to look forward to!
Solar Loans
If you are worried about high upfront costs, ask your local solar companies about how to be considered for solar loans. These are similar to other home improvement loans you may be familiar with and can be the perfect solar solution for your family.
Start Enjoying The Benefits Of Solar
As you can see, there are plenty of reasons to go solar. Yours may be for the environmental benefits of renewable energy and less usage of foreign oil, lower energy costs, to a federal tax credit or making an investment that will benefit your home whether you own it or decide to sell it. No matter what your reason for going solar, South Florida Solar Company is here to help. We make sure the process is stress-free, informative, and that you get the solar panel system you deserve. Feel free to give us a call, or simply fill out a free quote form on any one of our website pages and we will get back to you in a hurry. Empower our planet, your home, and your life by making the transition to solar power today!
Contact Us Today
If you’re lucky enough to live in South Florida then you love the sun as much as we do but it’s time to get more than a tan from it in return. We don’t just sell panels. We talk to our customers about their needs, their power usage, their curbside appeal requirements, their building exposure, elevation, and potential for power generation. We explain the costs and the savings of each of any number of combinations of power systems including off grid and grid-tie. Then we can get to work to build a better future, but for all that to happen first you need to call us. So call us today.