A home
is one’s castle. Having an eco-friendly
castle not only helps the environment, but can also add value to your home,
great news if you are planning to sell your property. Using solar power is a great way to add a
unique amenity to your home and conserve energy. Colorado as a state is a great
supporter of solar power. This support is spread down to the local level
through regional utility services as well. With programs from utility rebates to statewide incentives
there are a variety of options and plans to choose from when you are ready to
go solar. With residential solar panel systems there is on average more power
generated than used, this can result in a great return on the investment for
many home owners.
Before you make the step into solar power you will want to
do some in-depth research to find the best program and products for your home.
Listed below are some great resources
when it comes to solar power in Colorado.
· If you
are a customer of Colorado Springs
Utilities there are incentives for installing a solar power system
which is tied to the regional
electricity grid. This provides additional renewable power for everyone to
use, and home owners benefit in the form of a credit toward their energy bill.
· Clean
Energy Authority Colorado is a valuable resource to learn about
solar power and the programs run by the state. In addition to any utility
incentives, Colorado offers property tax
exemptions for solar equipment such as solar panels and solar water
heaters.
· With
all the different rebates and incentives available it is helpful to have a
resource with links and information
on different Colorado solar programs. Residential
Solar 101 is one such resource. Not only can you see which utilities
offer solar incentives, but you can learn about financing as well. There is also a variety of educational material
and a calculator to estimate your own energy savings.
· Another
excellent resource is SolarPowerRocks.com. This
site provides a snapshot picture of solar power in Colorado. Here you will find
the 2016 Colorado Solar Power
Information page with up to date information on costs, incentives, returns
on investment and savings. There is also a guide
to help you determine the best solar approach for you and your home.
If you are ready to make the switch to solar power, you have
a lot of options to consider. The savings in energy and money are just the
beginning when it comes to using renewable energy. When you are ready to sell
or buy your home, we at Springs LifeStyles Real Estate are
here to help you with all of your real estate needs! As your
buyer agent, we will strive to give you the best support we
can. Call Kathy Stenberg at (719)
963-4867 or you can email her at springslifestyles@gmail.com You
can also visit us at our website for
available listings and additional information.
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