There are many benefits to using solar energy. You can save money on your electricity bills. You can receive government incentives that help you keep your costs down. You can increase the value of your home. In terms of an environmental impact, switching to solar helps reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Switching to solar also reduces your carbon footprint.

Financing options and government subsidies make it more affordable than ever to go solar. There are also programs where you only pay for the electricity created from the solar panels, which can also reduce your up-front cost.

You may still receive an electric bill, but you could dramatically reduce your overall amount with a solar panel system. Adding battery storage could also help further reduce the amount you are paying to your utility.

Solar panels require little to no maintenance, usually just to ensure that the panels are clean for maximum production. In most cases, solar equipment manufacturers also include warranties for defective products lessening the impact of your system stops working.

Because rebates and incentives can vary by location, it is important to talk to a local solar professional that knows the programs that you can participate in.

The most ideal roof types are ones with little to no shade and have ample space for the panels to be placed. Older roofs may need work before solar can be installed, but panels may also be installed on utility buildings or even directly on the ground in some cases.

The size depends on how much electricity you use on a monthly basis, weather conditions in your area, and other factors. Your local solar professional will ask numerous questions to determine your current and future electricity needs and should size your system appropriately.