Why Solar Is A Smart Investment For New Builds

Whether you’re purchasing a new-build property or building your own, it’s an exciting experience. A blank canvas that you can truly make your own. As you consider each detail, the fixtures and fittings, there is one element that can significantly improve your home’s long-term efficiency, value and environmental footprint.

Solar panels.

Choosing to invest in a solar panel system for your new build home isn’t just some trendy addition; it’s a forward-thinking decision that could offer you many benefits. It’s a smart investment.

Here at Alternative Energy, we specialise in designing and installing solar panel systems for new builds. If you’re looking to make your new home more energy efficient, why not speak to our team to better understand how solar panels could benefit you? Similarly, read on below, as we discuss why solar is a smart investment for new builds.

How Can Solar Panels Benefit Your New Build Home?

Choosing to invest in solar panels for your property can offer various advantages for many years to come.

Reduce Your Energy Bills

This is the most tangible benefit of solar panels. Generating electricity will reduce your reliance on the grid, saving you money on your monthly bills.

Over the lifespan of your panels, you could save significant amounts of money.

Shrink Your Carbon Footprint

We’re all becoming more environmentally conscious, looking for ways to reduce our impact on the planet. Installing solar panels is a great way to do exactly that.

Using the power of the sun, you can generate power without greenhouse gases, contributing to a cleaner environment.

Increase Your Home’s Value

A home with solar panels fitted will be much more attractive on the property market. They’ll also have a higher resale value and typically sell faster than properties without. This is because potential buyers will recognise the long-term savings they can offer and the environmental benefits. Therefore, your investment won’t just be about saving money; it’s about increasing the overall value and marketability of your home.

Make Use Of Irish Grants

The Irish government promotes renewable energy, and offers attractive grants and incentives for homeowners looking to invest in solar panels. The grants can reduce the upfront cost of your panels, making it much more financially viable.

Here at Alternative Energy, our team keeps up-to-date with the latest schemes and grants, and can guide you through the application process where needed, to help make solar power even more affordable and accessible.

Enhance Comfort & Energy Independence

Beyond the financial and environmental benefits of solar panels, they can also contribute to greater energy independence. By generating electricity, you become less exposed to fluctuations in energy prices and potential grid outages.

Choosing solar panels for your new build is a great decision in every sense. From immediate savings on your energy bills to a lower environmental impact and increasing home value, the benefits of a solar panel system are clear.

What Type Of Solar Panels Are Best For New-Build Homes?

If you’re building your own home, or replacing your roof, you might want to choose an in-roof solar PV system. These sleek, modern panels replace standard roof coverings e.g. tiles or slate, resulting in a streamlined finish. Rail-mounted systems are also common. If you’re building a new home, you should get in touch with us around the same time as the roof construction starts. We’ll be able to advise on the benefits of each system and liaise with your contractors so installation is easy.

To further discover the benefits of installing solar panels onto a new build property, get in touch with a member of our team to arrange for your free quote.