Is Solar Right for My Home?

Will solar work for my home?

With over 300 days of sunshine per year, almost any home in Colorado has the potential for a highly productive photovoltaic system. However, there are certain aspects that make solar a more appealing option for homeowners. When considering solar, homeowners should note that the following circumstances help make solar an appealing option:

• A roof with southern exposure: east and west facing homes work as well, but a south facing roof will provide your panels with the longest solar exposure time.
• A shade free roof dramatically improves the production of a solar energy system, so be aware of trees or buildings which may shade your home.
• You are in a financial situation where you can benefit from the Federal Investment Tax Credit.
• You home is located within the territory of a utility company that offers rebates for solar installations. Visit our incentives and rebates page to learn more about the solar rebates in your area

How do I start the process of getting a solar energy system for my home?

The first step is to collect at least a year of utility bills. This helps Bella Energy perform a Utility Analysis to better understand your current energy use. From there, Bella will discuss your energy goals (i.e. how much energy do you want to produce) and work with you to design a system specifically for your home. From system design to installation and maintenance, Bella Energy make solar power easy.

Our system design and sales team will work with you to assess the solar potential of your home and determine what sort of photovoltaic system is the best fit for you. Upon committing to a solar energy project for your home, our rebates and incentives coordinator will help you apply for the necessary utility rebates. Bella Energy can even float your rebate, which reduces your out of pocket costs. Just another way Bella Energy makes solar energy easy.

Learn more about residential solar rebates and incentives, and see how you can take advantage of a great opportunity

Increase the value of your home.

Reduced monthly utility bills dramatically increase the value of your home. The California Appraisal Journal estimated that for every dollar saved in energy costs, home value increases by twenty dollars.

Take advantage of the Federal Investment Tax Credit and power your home at the same time.

The Federal Investment Tax Credit (ITC) provides a 30% federal tax credit for the installation of solar energy systems. The ITC was extended in the fall of 2008 and will be in effect at least for the next 8 years. As part of the extension, the credit value cap was removed, which means there is no limit to the credit on larger systems. Through higher tax credits, homes that install solar may find that the payback period for their solar system has dramatically decreased.

Reduce or even eliminate your electric utility bill.

A properly sized residential solar energy system will zero out your home’s energy usage. The ideal system size will produce as much energy as your home consumes and you will pay no electric utility bill. Maintaining your connection to the grid allows you to power your home at night or when weather conditions limit solar production. You can also sell energy back to your electric provider when you’re producing more than you use.

Solar power provides energy security.

The power your system generates reduces America’s demand for fossil fuel, making us less vulnerable to foreign energy concerns. Not only is this the right thing to do, but clean energy enables America to operate independently.

Did You Know?

A solar energy system is more affordable than you might think. Learn more about the pricing of residential solar systems…