{"id":66,"date":"2017-09-26T05:38:11","date_gmt":"2017-09-26T05:38:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/medium.com\/@arthamoney\/installing-solar-panels-on-roof-tops-55d93ff03dd2"},"modified":"2017-09-26T05:38:11","modified_gmt":"2017-09-26T05:38:11","slug":"installing-solar-panels-on-roof-tops","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/madrasrealty.com\/?p=66","title":{"rendered":"Installing Solar Panels on Roof Tops"},"content":{"rendered":"<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-images-1.medium.com\/max\/800\/1*ymza7JmfHiCKIeBnh7j30A.jpeg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Installing solar panels for your home can be a great way to reduce your family\u2019s ecological footprint. Since it\u2019s reduce your family\u2019s ecological footprint. Since it\u2019s an expensive investment, you will want to collect the most energy that you can. With these simple guidelines, you will be able to determine the best place to mount your solar panels.<\/p><figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-images-1.medium.com\/max\/800\/1*tiPI6s15XtOznmVssvMrhw.jpeg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure><figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-images-1.medium.com\/max\/800\/1*drfHg19j9ZZZyO_QjnnuiA.jpeg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Solar panels can function almost anywhere, but they must be set up to fit the climate that they are being used in. If set up to fit the climate that they are being used in. If you live in an area that experiences a generous amount of fog, wind, or snow, you will need to adjust your panels\u2019 placement to account for each factor. In areas with dense fog, it Is necessary to face the solar panels westward to catch the sunlight In the later part of the day. If your area experiences either strong gusts of wind or heavy snow, make sure to place the panels in an area that is shielded make sure to place the panels in an area that is shielded away from the elements. Both may damage the equipment an can result in expensive repairs<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Now that you\u2019ve thought about areas that could pose problems for your solar panels, you will want to consider places that get direct sunlight all year long. If you cannot find an area that gets a lot of direct sun, you may want to consider landscaping to remove trees and other obstructions. This way, you will be able to get the most energy you can from your solar panels.<\/p><figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-images-1.medium.com\/max\/800\/1*Wip9TJKTBnFUFnhEou_4HA.jpeg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You have 3 main choices when mounting solar panels: flush, roof and ground, and pole mounts. They are made to be used with small panels and can be adjusted as the sun shifts throughout the year. Roof and ground mounts are bulkier, but can secure larger solar panels. Flush mounts are a common choice for people looking to put solar panels on the roof of their home.<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Since they can be unsightly, some cities do not allow them to be used on residential homes Lastly, pole mounts can be made to move solar panels with the sin, giving them a longer period of direct sunlight than any other type of mounting. Unfortunately, without adequate room, pole mounts can leave your property looking cluttered and displeasing to the eye.<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Though each type of solar panel is highly beneficial, you your property looking cluttered and displeasing to the eye. Though each type of solar panel is highly beneficial, you should choose whichever is best for your location, while still being aesthetically pleasing. Incorporating ground panels into your design is an easy Incorporating ground panels into your design is an easy way to lessen some of the weight from your roof.<\/p><h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Investing in green energy: Could solar panels earn you&nbsp;money?<\/h4><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As fuel bills increase and budgets become ever tighter, it\u2019s no surprise that many consumers find themselves dreaming of a way to be free from those ever-increasing costs. For some householders, solar panels may be a viable alternative. Once expensive, inefficient and unworkable in all but the most sun-drenched dimes, solar panels have become increasingly reliable and affordable. Not only can a solar installation slash power bills, it seems as if it might be a potential money-spinner. Besides selling on surplus electricity, there are other ways to make money from green energy.<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Could solar panels provide a meaningful income source for cash-strapped households? Solar panels are often presented as an investment in your home, in a similar way to new double-glazing or cavity-wall insulation. They lower energy bills by allowing a household to generate its own power, and also have the effect of increasing the value of a property. They\u2019re not generally regarded as an investment in the sense of opening a savings account or buying shares in a company.<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Those considering solar power as an investment often think in terms of feeding excess energy back to the national grid in exchange for payment. A cursory investigation into the costs and benefits of this kind of project is enough to put most people off, since the electricitysellsvery cheaply but the initial outlay is high. On top of the money required to set up a system that would generate enough power to make selling the extra wattage into a meaningful income source, it is also necessary to include special equipment in the installation. Add the cost of proper inspections and permits, and you could see your break-even point recede twenty or thirty years into the future\u200a\u2014\u200aa typical yearly income from selling energy in this way is only around f6o.<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">But selling power to the national grid isn\u2019t the only way to make money from solar energy. Since last year, attractive incentives have been put in place to encourage the uptake of renewable energy systems in the form of \u201cfeed-in tariffs\u201d. Despite their name, feed-in tariffs aren\u2019t dependent on being able to feed energy back into the grid. They are paid for all of the energy generated by eligible green energy sources\u200a\u2014\u200aincluding household solar installations\u200a\u2014\u200aas a way of rewarding those who invest in sustainable energy.<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The amount of energy generated is measures in units of kilowatt-hour. For every such unit, a small sum is paid to the owner of the system. While it\u2019s true that feed-in tariffs have become less generous since their initial introduction. They have dropped from their original 4o p per unit to around half that. Even so, prospective investors in household solar power needn\u2019t feel that they have missed the boat. At current rates feed-in tariffs can represent a significant income source, potentially exceeding most conventional savings accounts the exact amount you could earn will depend on a number of variables including the type of system you install, the amount of electricity you use during daylight hours and of course any changes in the government\u2019s feed-in tariffs.<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The main drawback to solar power as an income source is that even without a grid-tie or a reverse-flow meter, it still requires an initial outlay of several thousand pounds. Government grants and loans are available to help with the costs associated with a solar power installation. The exact costs will depend on factors such as the size of the installation, the quality of the hardware, and whether your property needs any preliminary improvements before panels can be fitted. In some cases, the roof, or another structure where the panels are going to be placed, will need to be reinforced in order to support the extra weight. Again, this can increase costs.<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A factor that is often overlooked I sthe impact of a solar panel installation on household insurance. Solar panels increase both the resale value and rebuild costs of your home, which in turn can raise your premiums that slid, some insurers offer lower premiums for householders who make such investments in their property, asthey\u2019 re statistically less likely to make a dalm. Other insurers may offer lower premiums as an incentive to adopt green energy. It\u2019s worth shopping around to see if you can take advantage of this kind of deal, as they can make solar power an even more attractive investment.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Installing solar panels for your home can be a great way to reduce your family\u2019s ecological footprint. 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