Installing solar panels is one of the most lucrative ways to cut down on your home’s environmental impact, harnessing the natural fusion reactor in the sun itself to power your electricity needs.
Annual energy savings worth up to $3k or more, depending on the size of your panels installation and costs in your area, are nothing to sneeze at. Neither is the energy independence, making you less exposed to rate hikes. With batteries, you can even go off the grid during a power outage.
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See if rooftop solar makes sense for your home with EnergySage’s Solar Calculator, which will determine potential savings and roof viability. Then get quotes via top solar installers in your area with TCD’s Solar Explorer, or try the widget below! 👇
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If unsure about the upfront investment, check out TCD partner Palmetto’s guide on deciding whether to lease or buy.
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