Solar Power

Going Green & Saving Money

By Brian Sawyer

Have you wanted a way to better protect our environment by going green?  Have you ever opened your electric or gas bill and wondered how you could lower your payments?  Have you ever wanted to go swimming in December but the pool was too cold? 

Florida is known as the Sunshine State and what better way to show you're a true Floridian than by using our natural sunlight to go green with solar power.  Solar power is defined as energy from the sun that is converted into thermal or electrical energy.  Not only does this benefit the environment, but it can also reduce your monthly expenses. 

Going Green is a major initiative across the United States.  Both federal and state governments are encouraging individuals and businesses to go green.  These initiatives are having a positive affect on our environment already.  For example, one 5kW solar electric system on a typical 3-bedroom home will offset 82,000 lbs of carbon dioxide over 15 years, saving the equivalent of driving a car 100,000 miles, carbon dioxide absorbed by 50 trees and 30,000 gallons of water used to make electricity.  There are also fossil fuels that are used to generate energy.  Common fossil fuels include coal, oil and natural gas, that when used emit toxic gases that are the primary cause of pollution and global warming.  Not only are these fossil fuels bad for the environment but they are also a finite resource, which will eventually diminish to the point that there will not be enough to supply our needs, or the price will be too high for everyday use. 

Not only is solar power beneficial to the environment but, it can also have a positive impact on your wallet.   When purchasing a solar power system you are investing into something you own, while reducing your utility cost.  In addition, you can receive federal and state rebates and incentives for installing solar power.  Installing solar power gives you an instant 30% federal tax credit on solar hot water systems and solar electric systems.  The state of Florida also provides up to a $20,000 rebate on solar electric systems.  You also receive, on average, $500 in state and utility rebates for installing solar hot water systems.  While there is an initial cost to install solar power in your home, the investment will pay for itself on average in less than 5 years. 

Who do I contact, and who can I trust?  Allsolar Service Company has been installing solar since 1974.  With three solar contractors including one nationally certified solar contractor, Allsolar is a design build company that has installed over 16,000 systems.  Everything is done in house, and nothing is out sourced.  Allsolar employees electricians, plumbers and roofers and also has its own permitting department with a service department that is second to none.  Specializing in solar pool heating, solar hot water and solar electric, Allsolar has the ability to install and service any residential, commercial or industrial application.  If you would like a free solar consultation regarding solar products, warranties, pricing or rebates and incentives, please call Brian Sawyer at 352-266-2074, or bsawyer@allsolarflorida.com This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .  Also, be sure to mention this article for $100.00 off your next solar purchase.
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