Homeowners are increasingly switching their heating and cooling systems from electric or gas-powered to solar powered. That’s because using solar energy brings a lot of benefits to the user and the environment. To learn more, keep reading this guide by the pros at Freedom Air on the benefits of solar powered heating and AC systems.
1. Savings!
The number 1 benefit of solar powered heating and AC systems is that it can save you a great deal on your energy bills. Though solar powered heating and cooling has very high installation costs, you might find that the savings can make up for them in the future, though it will take some time. When it comes to heating, you can avoid the cost of purchasing heating fuels which can save you money as well.
2. Protections from Rising Electricity Costs
When using solar energy, you won’t need to worry about the cost of natural gas or electricity based on fossil fuels. Using the sun (which is free, by the way) can keep the price of electricity neutral for years and protect you from sudden fluctuations in your electricity bill.
3. Protecting the Environment
Taking care of the environment is becoming even more urgent and important to people across the world. If you are one of those people, consider reverting to solar powered heating and cooling. By using solar energy, you can enjoy clean energy with no carbon emissions.
Are There Any Cons to Solar Powered Heating and Cooling?
Like every appliance, solar powered heat pumps and air conditioners come with some negative qualities as well:
1. High Installation Costs
As we mentioned before, while solar heating and cooling can save you on your energy bills they can have extremely high installation costs. Before you make the decision to go solar, do your research on how long your energy savings will make up for the installation cost—it can take up to about 10 years.
2. Storage Problems
You can’t necessarily store solar energy, like you can petroleum or natural gas. This can make solar energy a bit of an unreliable source. The inconsistency that comes with solar heating and cooling means you will need a back-up source when using solar energy.
Have any more questions about solar panels, solar heating and conditioning – or solar energy in general? Get in touch with the pros at Freedom Air and Heat. We can answer all your solar-related questions and provide you greater details of our Freedom Air-approved, SunSource System from Lennox that allows you to save up and use clean, renewable energy. A SunSource system offers lower electricity bills, raises the value of your home, lowers pollution and even comes with tax credits and incentives. Call Freedom Air and Heat today at 321-631-6886 or simply fill out a service request form on our website. We are looking forward to hearing from you!
