4 FAQs about VHousehold solar panels

How many homes have solar panels?

More than five million homes have solar panels, and 13% of homes could have solar panels by 2030. But if you're considering home solar panels for the first time, you might still have some questions. Here's what you need to know about solar panels at home, how they can save you money, and what you need to know about the different ways to go solar.

Do solar panels increase home value?

Speaking of putting wasted space to good use, installing solar panels also raises your home value. Studies by Zillow and the Berkeley Lab both found that homes with solar panels sell for more money than comparable homes without them. Better yet, over 30 states have property tax exemptions for the value that solar adds to the home.

Should you install solar panels on your home?

The benefits of installing solar panels on your home include energy cost savings, increased home value, cleaner air, and energy independence. While solar panels have a reputation for being expensive, they're actually much cheaper than grid electricity. The greatest hurdle to going solar is the process itself.

Why should I get solar panels for my home?

There are a handful of reasons to get solar panels for your home, but the biggest one is energy cost savings. Home solar is simply much cheaper than paying for grid electricity, and can lead to tens – sometimes hundreds – of thousands in savings over the warranty period of the panels.

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