You might find that door-to-door salesmen can be very pushy because they need to meet a quota. This often pushes people away from the product because of the negative association that has been created. For all of your electricity needs, including solar panels, reach out to your local Idaho Falls electrician at Arco Electric.
Cons
When you first hear about solar panels, you might typically hear more negative aspects than positive aspects. This can be the case for just about anything. Our brains are more likely to remember the bad about something, rather than the good. There are a handful of reasons why a person might not want to spend money on solar panels.
One of the largest concerns that people have is the upfront cost of solar panel installation. When you look at the total cost including additional fees, it will likely turn you away from wanting to make this purchase. However, if you value the environmental benefits and see the pros, then you’re likely to decide you want solar panels. Signing up for solar panel financing is a great option.
Another potential con is that solar panels might not be worth it if you are older in age and won’t be living in your house for a long time. They are also large and noticeable and some roofs don’t have optimal space for solar panels. It is a given but you are also not able to install solar panels by yourself and have to have a technician do that for you. Some solar companies are months out before they are available to do an installation.
Pros
There are countless pros to why you should have solar panels installed on your home. Solar panels work in many different climates, have a long lifespan and will increase the value of your home. Solar panels are more successful in regions where there is sun rather than little to no sun. Don’t be mistaken that solar panels don’t work in colder climates because that is false. Solar panels need light from the sun and not the heat of the sunlight.
If you are unfamiliar with how electricity works, here is the process explained simply. Coal is burned at a coal plant to create steam, the steam will turn turbines which then becomes electricity. This is known as dirty energy because it comes from coal. With solar panels, you are using clean energy, which is very beneficial for the environment. As a result, solar panels benefit the whole electricity grid. Depending on the quote you are given from a consultant, there’s a good chance that you can spend less money each month paying for solar panels than your electric bill. This proves that solar panels are also a great long-term investment.
A Word of Caution
Use caution and common sense when you are doing your research about who to purchase your solar panels from. You’ll want to make sure that the company is credible and isn’t going to go out of business as soon as you pay them or shortly after you pay them. Ask companies what makes them different from other companies and choose which one will be best for you. Some solar companies offer various types of financing options to make solar more affordable for you. Contact us to schedule a consultation to discuss solar panels or any other electricity services that you may be in need of.
