Solar powered systems can be installed in any home whether you live in a new home or an older home. Newer homes are better suited to design for more efficiency through better appliances and better insulation. Some existing homeowners don’t want to go to that expense of replacing older appliances. But you should because it will benefit you in the long run.
In real estate, location, location, location is very important. That’s important in placing your solar systems too. But you must still plan for your solar powered system. Where will you place the panels? Is there enough room next to your electrical meter to place other panels? Here are some steps to help you plan before you purchase your solar powered system.
If you are building a new home, you need to design your plot of where your home will face, what trees are on your property, and how those trees will affect your solar system. If your house doesn’t face south, does one area of your roof face south? Will your system be stationary or directional? A tracking device is available at a premium cost but it does get an average 40% more output.
If you live in an existing home, is there enough existing roof space to place the panels or are there any trees blocking the south direction? The solar panels must face south to receive the most sunlight. Passive solar design is using the sunlight in correlation with the design of your home.
There is still savings whether you install solar in a new home or an older one. Did you ever hear the blond joke about a woman who installed new insulated windows? When the window installer did not receive payment, he called the blond lady and she said she didn’t pay because he said the windows would pay for themselves. It is worth it to replace windows because they will pay for themselves over time. A solar powered system is worth it because it will pay for itself over time. Design and plan your home for solar. What alternative resources are you using on your home?
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