What is a Solar-Powered Home?
What does it actually mean to have a solar-powered home? Solar power is a clean, renewable source of energy that can reduce or eliminate a home’s reliance on fossil fuels.
A solar-powered home is a residence that relies on photovoltaic panels to generate electricity from sunlight. The panels are installed on the roof. The electricity generated by the panels is used to power the home’s appliances, lighting, and other electrical devices. Anyone with landed property, such as semi-detached houses, terrace houses, bungalows, and so on, is eligible to own a solar-powered home.
Solar-powered homes before and after installation
Now, what is the difference between a solar-powered home before and after installation? Let’s break it down.
Source of electricity
The main difference between a solar-powered home and a non-solar-powered home is the source of electricity. A solar-powered home generates electricity using photovoltaic panels, while a non-solar-powered home typically gets electricity from TNB.
Besides that, a home with solar panels installed may be more self-sufficient when it comes to energy. While a regular home is connected to TNB, a solar-powered home may be able to generate all or most of its own electricity, depending on the size of the solar panel array and the energy needs of the home.
The difference in TNB bills
Another difference is that you can protect yourself from rising energy costs by installing a solar panel system. So, when you invest in solar panels for your home, you will be ensuring that your finances are not affected by the increase in electricity costs.
Also, you will save up to 90% on your TNB bill, depending on the number of solar panels installed.
The comfortableness of your home
When you have a solar-powered home, you will not need to worry about the high TNB bills or think twice before using your air conditioner for too long or using any extra electrical appliances.
Many of you sacrifice your comfort just to save or lower a small amount on your electricity bill, living in stuffy conditions for this reason. With the installation of solar panels, you no longer have to worry so much!
Your contribution to the environment
Apart from reducing your costs, you will also be using green energy to decrease pollution. Solar energy is a renewable resource that plays a significant role in lowering greenhouse gas emissions and preventing climate change, which is essential for safeguarding people, animals, and ecosystems. Solar energy can also be used to reduce water consumption and improve air quality.
Hence, if you choose to own a solar-powered home, you are helping to make the environment better!
The difference in property value
Last but not least, let us reveal a benefit of installing solar panels for your home that few people discuss… Your rooftop will be protected! Surprised?
There is a myth that solar panels are bad for your roof, usually in regards to holes or water leaks. But the truth is, solar panel installation does not create major holes in your roof, and it provides a thin layer of protection that provides a cooling effect and bad weather protection on the roof of your solar-powered home, thus increasing your property value. Homes with solar panels installed do sell for a higher price!
Conclusion
If you would like to know more about the difference between a well-solar-powered home and a regular home, you know where to go! Call us at Verdant Solar; we always strive to deliver world-class solar solutions and a top-notch experience to our clients. We also have a vision of a world with 100% reliance on renewable energy.
Also, never forget that any consultation with us is totally free! We’ll be here to answer any questions you may have and to guide you so that you only get the best!
