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Billings solar installers: How they can accurately inform you of all the rebates and incentives available to you for switching to solar power.Montana is known for its diverse and stunning landscapes, trout streams, and beef production. The people of Montana have an affinity with nature and to sustain a healthy eco-balance, Montana needs to make changes to its reliance on fossil fuels, and solar power offers an alternative. Solar power can be used for irrigation, livestock feeding, water pumping and heating. It is an extremely adaptable energy alternative for agriculture.
Solar power can also make a positive impact to the environment when it is installed in your home. Using solar power as your energy alternative will save 150 tones of greenhouse gases from being released into Big Sky County.
When you begin considering switching to solar energy, it is important to assess your electricity use. Take a look at your power bills over the last year. Calculate the average kWh you have used over the months. When you have that figure, you will have an idea of how many solar panels you will need. You can expect one solar panel to account for 25-35 kWh.
The average size of a solar panel system that can meet a household’s electricity needs is 3kW. For a system of this size you will need approximately 600 square foot of roof space. For an exact measurement and quote, it is advisable to contact a Montana solar installer. A professional Montana solar installer will know you area, be familiar with the climate and how many hours of sunlight you will be able to take advantage of. The less sunlight available, the more solar panels you will need and it is important to find a balance between your climate and the space of your property and the finances you have available. A solar installer can assist you in this equation.
We will be happy to recommend a qualified and experienced solar installer in your area.
An experienced solar installer will be able to inform you of the latest rebates, incentives and other financing possibilities.
One such financing possibility is the Alternative Energy Revolving Loan Program (AERLP.) This program provides a financing option to Montana homeowners, non-profit organizations and small businesses that wish to install alternative energy systems.
The loans are for a maximum of $60,000 and can be repaid in up to 15 years. The interest rates are set annually and a local solar installer can tell you the latest rates and funding available.
Depending on your utility supplier, an additional incentive may be available. NorthWestern Energy offers their customers who install a grid-tied photovoltaic system, an incentive of $3 per Watt. This incentive has a maximum of $6,000 per customer. Again, your local installer can tell you the latest information.
It is important to work with a qualified solar installer, not only for the guarantee of quality service but they will also file the relevant forms you need to retrieve the incentives and rebates that you are legally entitled to.
A quality solar installation will not only make your home greener, lower your electricity bill and fight against the rising cost of utilities; it will also increase your property value. The increase in property value is tax exempt, so your solar panels could be earning you a profit sooner than you thought.