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The Pros And Cons Of Solar Panels

Saturday, February 22, 2014

By Hedrick Lepsch


Experimental architecture is fascinating because it is artistic and unique. One way that architects add flavor and style to their projects is by designing gorgeous roofs. Some of these roofs can leave us envious and wishing that we had a one like that on our home. Here is an example of how you can design a unique roof followed by some rather interesting examples of unique roofing from around the world.

But the truth is that both mindsets are not entirely true. While solar power and solar energy use in homes is limited in numbers across the country, the technology that makes solar energy use in the home is ready for widespread usage and can be incorporated into the home itself with extreme efficiency.

A simpler solution is to set the temperature to a warmer-but still comfortable-temperature and leave it alone. If your home is set to 75 degrees, your air conditioner will keep an even temperature throughout the entire day, and as soon as the temperature gets to 76, the AC will turn on and maintain the atmosphere.

First, one can consider the con to owning and installing solar panels on the home. The initial costs of installing the solar panels on the home, which can be expensive even in favorable conditions, sticks out as the primary drawback to using solar power in the home for many homeowners.

Bag End in Switzerland: Homes built into hills do exist outside of The Lord of Rings books. In Switzerland, people sometimes build their homes underneath hills. The grassy roofs have a spectacular look to them and the cool earth surrounding the home helps keep the entire place cool during the hot summer months.

Close the right vents. We've been taught since we were small. Cool air sinks while warm air rises. During summer, we want as much cool air as possible, so make sure it doesn't get trapped at floor level. If you have a basement, close the vents there. If you have vents in your floor and ceiling, close the floor ones. This will help improve the efficiency of the cool air that your air conditioner is producing, and make your home cooler faster.

So the cons for solar panels include its initial high costs and regular maintenance requirements, but for many these negatives to owning solar panels do not outweigh the multiple benefits. First and foremost, those with solar panels on their home are essentially free from the monthly power bills thanks to their solar power.

Saving money on your utility bills isn't an easy thing to do. But there are simple things everyone can do to save a little bit at a time. When you use more than one strategy, your savings are compounded, and your electricity dollar goes further. So before you invest in a wind power or solar mounting system, make small, everyday changes and see how big a difference small things can make.




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