Grid tied residential home solar power system 1kw Residential Solar Power Systems

Description:

There are a number of steps to follow when planning to power your home with solar energy. After choosing

which option is best for you to use solar (see step 3), follow the steps afterward that apply to you. Your

solar energy installer and local utility company can provide more information on the exact steps you will

need to take to power your home with solar energy.

1. Investigate your home's energy efficiency
2. Assess your solar potential and any limitations
3. Assess your options for going solar
4. Estimate your solar electricity needs
5. Obtain bids and site assessments from contractors
6. Understand available financing and incentives
7. Work with your installer and utility to install the system and set up agreements

Work with Your Installer and Utility


If you decide to install a solar energy system, your installer should be able to help you complete the

necessary permitting and steps.

Your installer will determine the appropriate size for your system. The size will be based on your electricity

needs (determined in step 4) as well as the following:


The site's solar resource or available sunlight
The system's orientation and tilt
The system's efficiency at converting sunlight to electricity
Other electricity sources, like a utility, a wind turbine, or a fossil fuel generator.

Your installer will also ensure that all equipment is installed correctly and oriented and tilted in such a way

to maximize the daily and seasonal solar energy received and produced by your system.

Be sure you understand how billing and net metering will work, as well as any additional utility fees you will

need to pay.