Thanks to an existing solar panel install, your home is reaping the saving benefits of being able to generate your own power. If you’ve wondered about adding more, doing so can provide extra efficiency and comfort. Here are several reasons why it’s worth it and what the process entails.

Why You Can Add More Solar Panels 

Benefits

If a home renovation has added square footage to the property, more solar panels will accommodate the increase in electricity usage. For example, when a kitchen or bathroom expansion calls for the use of more appliances and lighting, the extra panels ensure these spaces have the proper operational wattage. 

In some municipalities, you may also be eligible for renewable energy credits. Some will allow homeowners to trade any excess electricity back to the local grid for credit. This will pay for future power usage, such as during the winter when there is less sun.  

If you’re planning to sell your house in the future, adding more panels could help boost your asking price. By that time, you’ve seen a track record of the savings, which you or a real estate agent can show potential buyers. 

Easy to Add More

When done by a professional and licensed contractor, extra solar panels are not difficult to add. The main component needed is a new inverter. This device helps convert direct current (DC) power from your panels into alternating current (AC). 

A new inverter may also be needed if home batteries will be added that will allow you to store energy for when the solar panels aren't actively generating it. The batteries offer backup protection in areas with frequent blackouts. 

Some utility companies have time-of-use billing schedules. Home batteries can save on energy costs by providing power during peak-rate hours, which are often during the evening after the sun goes down. 

Whether you currently have solar panels in place or desire a new installation, Olson Solar Energy in Onalaska, WI, is the region's trusted specialist. Serving Eau Claire, Stevens Point, Wausau, and surrounding areas, the licensed, insured, and bonded contractor has extensive experience with add-ons and upgrades. You can count on this team of trained technicians to follow all safety and installation guidelines for a proper and customized installation. To ask questions, call (608) 780-2347. You can also go online to schedule a free, no-obligation evaluation.