| p>Solar power has several disadvantages. Based on | | | | my first panel, it was actually a very fun project to do. |
| your situation you should decide whether or not you | | | | A second disadvantage is the space that you will |
| want to invest in solar panels. | | | | need. If you live in the city, you will need to measure a |
| So let's start with the biggest disadvantage: the initial | | | | lot to find the perfect spot for your panel. You should |
| equipment cost. Most retail panels cost around $10,000. | | | | find a spot where the sun shines most, a place without |
| The number one reason why retail panels are so | | | | lots of obstructions and preferably on the roof (doesn't |
| expensive are the premium grade materials used. | | | | necessarily has too). |
| However, you don't need such good materials. You | | | | The biggest advantage is the cash you save on the |
| can easily get a panel that produces 500 Watts for | | | | energy bill. If you make your own panel, you can earn |
| under $200. | | | | back your investment within two months. If you live in |
| You only need to make it yourself and order the | | | | the United States, you can also get tax credit and |
| material yourself. You shouldn't see the high investment | | | | rebates for generating green energy. You should |
| as a disadvantage. You should see it as an | | | | check out how it is arranged in your state or country. |
| opportunity. Even if you're not good at DIY, you can | | | | In the United States you can get up to $2,000 just to |
| make one if you can follow instructions. When I made | | | | build solar panels or convert your car to run on water. |