Sustainability is the future, and energy efficiency is where it begins. When you invest in renewable energy, you invest in your own future, and the future of countless generations yet to come. Are you looking to install solar panels on your house? Do you wonder… are there benefits to installing solar panels on a house?

1. Protect the Environment
It’s no surprise that your investment in renewable energy is also an investment in protecting the environment. Solar energy is a clean, healthy and prosperous alternative to burning coal or oil. Investing in solar also means cutting down on GHG emissions and reducing the overall carbon footprint of our globe.

2. Reduce Your Electricity Bills
Homeowners can now reduce their electricity bills by installing (PV) solar panels to their homes. Since solar systems are modular, solar energy system providers can install as many or as little panels as needed. On a technical level, if more panels are installed, it equates to more energy production which also means more money that can be saved! Depending on the area in which you live and the size of your home, these savings can be substantial. Some homeowners have managed to save hundreds of dollars per month on their electricity bills alone. The cost of solar installation is dependent upon your local solar system installer, the companies which install solar in your area, as well as the cost of solar in your area of residence. Terawatt Solar is the GTA’s local turnkey solar system installer!
To have a better understanding of the cost for solar panels and solar installation, please take a look at Terawatt Solar’s Free Solar Assessment

3. Increase Your Property Value
Homeowners should also be aware that solar panels have the potential to extend roof lives. This is since they protect your home from the Earth’s natural elements. In the winter, solar panels protect from snow and rain, and in the summer, from the sun which beats down. Solar panels can also increase the resale value of homes, though, this is also highly dependent upon the condition of the home, the size of the home, the location and other factors. You can generally expect an increase of $5000 or more for each KW of solar installed.

4. Protect Against Rising Energy Costs
With the price of solar being reduced, the global expansion of solar is on the rise. The possibilities with solar installations are limitless! If conditions serve right (both with the installation of solar panels on the house, and climatically) than the production of electricity surpasses the consumption. This will ensure that you are making money with each month of solar panel(s) use. Through the interconnectivity of the net-metering program, the excess electricity can go into the grid and can be utilized for your future electricity bills! The great news is… electricity from the sun is sustainable and affordable! Contact your local solar installation company today.