How solar panels can save you money
Wednesday, 23 November 2011
More and more Brits are looking to save money on the increased cost of energy by making their homes more environmentally friendly and energy efficient.
Every home should look to invest in good loft and cavity wall insulation as a matter of course. Not only will insulation make your home feel warmer, it will also save you at least £100 on energy bills per year, too.
Another great money saving option is to install the best solar panels on your property. Research from solarenergyexperts.co.uk found that 68 per cent of all Brits would consider installing solar panels in order to cut back on their energy bills. While the investment required for installation can seem expensive, there are substantial rewards to be reaped in the long term.
The Government is set to make changes to the subsidy they pay households from 12 December - cutting it by half. But despite the reduction in benefits homeowners can still see returns of up to five per cent per year, as well as adding value to their property and reducing their energy bills.
Before you make a decision to install solar panels on your property you should, of course, research the costs involved. It's always a good idea to look into solar panel comparison, this way you can get the best deal available at the time of purchase.
Calculate your current outgoings on energy bills too and see how much you could save each month, or annually, by installing solar panels. When it comes to choosing a company for the installation process only use professional companies who are members of the REAL Assurance Scheme - the Consumer Code for the industry.
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