Solar becoming increasingly popular among US homeowners

Solar energy sector is rapidly growing in United States. There are many homeowners across the United States who have chosen to install solar panels on their rooftops, not just to go green and help offset harmful greenhouse gas emissions but also to slash their electricity bills.

According to official data, in 2013 Americans installed 792 megawatts of residential solar systems, which is roughly enough to power the equivalent of more than 130,000 average homes.

In many cases, especially in US states with plenty of sunshine and  favorable incentives, installing solar panels on rooftops helps you save money on the long run, and often gives excellent return of money on investment.

Most solar panels have a lifespan of 20+ years, meaning that these systems are built to last over the longer period of time. The longevity is definitely one of the benefits when considering the installation of residential solar system.

The professional installation is extremely important because solar panels must be installed properly so they can receive the maximum amount of available sunlight. Each homeowner should also check available tax incentives, rebates and financing options because failure to do so could in the end cost you thousands of dollars.

Warranty is also very important. The renowned companies usually offer 25-to-30-year linear warranty and 10-year workmanship warranty which provides excellent consumer protection.

In any case make sure to do the math, solar energy is not only go green option, it can in many cases be also an economic option, and save you thousands on energy bills, on a long run.