Are you deciding between renovating your current house and finding a new one?
Most homeowners would probably love to reduce their utility bills while making a positive impact on the environment. Does that sound like you?
Good news: Installing a renewable energy system in your home can provide clean electricity and heat while lowering or eliminating your energy bills. However, there are upfront costs and other considerations involved.
Want to learn about your options for renewable energy systems?
What are the options for renewable energy?
- Solar: Installing solar panels can provide a reliable, environmentally friendly source of electricity.
- Wind: If you have acres of land, a wind system is a cost-effective way to power your home.
- Microhydropower: Do you have water on your property? This type of renewable energy system uses a pump, turbine or waterwheel to generate electricity from water.
- Geothermal: A geothermal HVAC system can heat and cool your home by using the temperature just below the earth’s surface.
- Hybrid Systems: Combining wind and solar for your renewable energy system can help alleviate outages when one or the other isn’t producing as much power.
What to Consider Before Installing a Renewable Energy System
Check with local and state governments for any regulations you need to follow. The company you choose for installation should also be able to help you research and understand:
- Building codes.
- Easements.
- Local covenants and ordinances.
- Technology-specific requirements.
- Whether to use a grid-connected or stand-alone system.
- Property and insurance costs.
- Selling energy back to the grid.
- Tax credits.
How to Determine Your Electricity Needs
Be sure you know how much electricity you’ll need your system to generate by calculating your current consumption. You may be able to get this information from your utility company or renewable energy company.
You can also get a close estimate by multiplying the wattage of each appliance in your home by the approximate number of hours it’s used per day.
Reach out if you have questions about how your homeowner's insurance policy may be affected by the installation of a renewable energy system.








