SOLAR PANEL SYSTEMS | WHY INSTALL SOLAR PANELS AT HOME?

Thinking of installing solar panels at home? In this helpful guide, we provide you with a list of essential benefits of solar panel installation for your property, from increased property value to reduced utility bills.



LOWER YOUR BILLS

Installing a solar panel system at home can significantly reduce the costs of your energy consumption, helping you to save money on your monthly utility bills. Electricity produced from solar panels installed on your roof creates enormous amounts of energy, providing enough electricity to power your entire household. Though the initial installation costs can be steep, solar panels should be considered a long-term investment that will benefit you financially in the future, as well as our collective environment.

ECO-FRIENDLY

With solar panel systems harnessing their energy from the sun, you can be safe in the knowledge that your energy source is renewable and therefore eco-friendly. Unlike traditional power sources, such as coal, oil or natural gas, solar panel systems won’t release greenhouse gases, air and water pollution or other toxic wastes into the atmosphere either, making them an ideal solution for the environmentalist in all of us.

LOW MAINTENANCE

Capable of lasting years without any maintenance work required, solar panel systems are highly durable, making them easy to care for and, for the most part at least, relatively hassle-free. Sure, you may need to dust off or wipe down your panels a couple of times a year, particularly in response to any extreme weather, but in truth, maintaining your solar panels is as easy as pie!

RELIABLE ENERGY

Traditional energy sources, such as coal and gas, can sometimes be unreliable, relying heavily on the national grid. Worse still, these energy sources are entirely non-renewable, meaning with continued use, they will eventually run out. Installing a solar panel system at home circumvents the issue of relying on traditional power supplies to power your property, with all energy created by the sun. This means you will have unlimited and uninterrupted power no matter the external circumstances.

INCREASE PROPERTY VALUE

Such is the increased emphasis on our environment and reducing our carbon emissions and reliance on fossil fuels, solar panel systems have become an incredibly sought-after commodity for homeowners across the country.

This means, should you come to sell your property in the future, you will likely receive an increased profit on your property, as a result of solar panel installation. Yes, there is an initial cost to consider, but when combined with your long-term energy savings and increase in property value, should you eventually sell, it could ultimately work out as a significant investment.

If you’re considering investing in solar panel installation at home, look no further than GE National. Our team of installation experts have fitted hundreds of solar battery systems for homes across the UK and can travel to your site to conduct a full site survey, free of charge. Get in touch with us for a free quote or to discuss your requirements.