The solar panels you see on rooftops and next to homes are more affordable than ever, as the price of these systems has decreased every year since 2009 according to the U.S. Department of Energy. Residential solar panels are photovoltaic, meaning they absorb the sun’s photons to create electric fields across their layers to provide your home with power. They work in all climates and provide a great way to keep your energy costs down permanently. While the average solar system cost in 2018 is still comparatively higher than usual power systems, tax credits and other government incentives lower the cost by thousands. It is also one-time investment that keeps your energy bills low for many years.

How Solar Power Lowers Energy Bills

Once installed, solar panels are a free energy source. Most systems are designed to last 20 to 25 years with minimal maintenance involved, and either seriously reduce or eliminate your electric bill depending on factors such as where you live, how much power your household uses, and the average price of electricity in your area. The Utility Rate Database provides a helpful tool for determining electricity rates by zip code and electric company name.

If you live in an extremely sunny area of the country and install solar panels that receive direct sun the majority of the time, you will enjoy significant energy savings every month. Living in a cloudier region still means your solar panels will work; however, whether they are enough to eliminate other power sources depends on the system’s strength and position on your property. Average annual savings are higher in sunny states such as Colorado, California, and Hawaii. Residents in Oahu, HI, for example, enjoy significant savings that are often enough to cover other household bills. Additionally, solar systems increase overall home value, which once again is especially applicable to sunnier states. Houses with solar power in California, for example, appreciate in value by about 10% compared to those with standard utilities.

Solar Help Hawaii is the Honolulu alternative energy business that has proudly served the Kapolei area for years. Each solar system comes with a five-year manufacturer and workmanship warranty with a referral incentive program also in place. Call (808) 548-4357 to begin your energy journey today, or visit the website for more information.