State renewable energy tax credits, federal tax credits for solar energy systems, and local utility company rebate programs all contribute to bringing down the cost of installing a solar system in your home.

But if you aren`t ready to take the leap into full solar power for your home, you can still save energy dollars by installing smaller solar products to start. A hybrid solar water heater is one way to integrate solar energy into your home slowly.

With a hybrid water heater, you can save money on your electricity bill and you may even qualify for 30 percent back in tax credits. With costs in the low thousands (after the tax credit), hybrid solar water heaters are an affordable way for many homeowners to benefit the environment and their wallet.

Another option for starting out small with solar products is to buy a solar pool heater. You likely spend a lot of money to heat your pool, especially if you keep it open year-round. A solar pool heater helps to reduce the cost to heat your pool by using solar panels connected to a series of pipes and filters rather than relying on your home’s gas or electrical system.

A third option for easing into solar power gradually is to stay on the grid. By remaining connected to an electric company, you don`t have to worry about not having power if your system can`t keep up with your home`s energy demands.

If the system generates excess power that your home doesn’t need, the extra power goes back to the city’s utility grid and the utility company pays you for it. The money you make from selling excess electricity is a great way to offset the initial cost of solar panel installation.

If you`re still not sure how a residential solar energy system can benefit you, the professionals at Solar Source will assess your energy needs and determine whether your home is an appropriate candidate for solar-generated power. Contact us today for a quote or for answers to your questions.

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