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Investing in solar panels is something as many of us should think about as possible. Why? Well, they’re a reliable source of energy that can help ensure your home always has power – even when there are unpredictable outages. They can also help you become less reliant on the grid, which is a bonus.
If you’re still unsure, here are 3 reasons why you ought to invest in solar panels this year.
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Savings on Energy Bills
The biggest benefit of solar panels is just how much they can save you on your energy bills. Choose a reputable supplier and installer like Atlantic Renewables (www.atlanticrenewables.co.uk/) and you’re well on your way to making these savings.
Why? Well, once they’re installed you can generate your own electricity and you’ll be less reliant on your energy supplier. Given the cost of utilities at the moment that’s got to be a good thing.
Of course, any amount you save will depend on the size of the system you have installed and your overall energy usage – so it’s something to think about carefully and discuss with professionals like us.
Here’s something to think about though. There are cases where homeowners can generate more energy than they use and sell any excess back to the grid – which means bigger savings, too.
This is so important given how unpredictable energy costs have been and continue to be – not only that utility companies are still raising their rates without much warning. Investing in solar panels means you can also protect yourself against these sometimes unnecessary rises.
They’re a long-term investment and as such you’ll save money over the life of the installed system – and whilst of course there’s an initial outlay to have them fitted the savings you make on your energy bills are very much worthwhile.
Potentially Increase the Value of Your Home
There is the potential to increase the value of your home by having solar panels fitted. These days many home buyers are looking for places to live that are more sustainable, energy-efficient, and eco-friendly, and solar panels are an attractive selling point that adds value as well as the real-world benefits of helping with energy bills, too.
Many people worry about looking after them – but there’s no need to. They require next to no upkeep which can reduce the overall cost of having them fitted and encourage more people to invest in the first place. They’re designed to last for up to 30 years and during that time, it’s likely you’ll only have very low maintenance on them.
Reduce Your Carbon Footprint
Our final major benefit of investing in solar panels is that they can actively help reduce your carbon footprint. If you’re generating your own electricity, you’re automatically relying less on fossil fuels (a major contributor to climate change).
Did you know that the average residential solar panel system can offset 3 to 4 tons of carbon emissions each year? That’s actually the equivalent of planting 100 trees. This could be a huge benefit to the world.
Whether it’s simply saving money on bills or making your house a more attractive selling proposition, investing in solar panels is the way forward for a sustainable, healthier and more attractive way of life.
