Alternative Energy Sources For Homes - 2 Alternatives That Will Cut Your Electricity Bill

Aug 26
09:25

2009

Jake Siemens

Jake Siemens

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With most people today struggling to make their monthly payments, and with energy costs going up all the time, are there any legitimate alternative energy sources for homes that will actually save you money on your electricity bill? Well, there is a lot of hype lately about different ways to produce power for our homes, the question is: What are they, and will they save you money? Let me give you your 2 Best Alternatives.

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1. Windmills - Most of us have probably all seen those great big industrial windmills that are starting to go up all over the place,Alternative Energy Sources For Homes - 2 Alternatives That Will Cut Your Electricity Bill Articles and sure, the rich can afford to put them up, but what about the average do it yourselfer? Well, you won't be building a 100 foot high windmill but a 10 footer will only cost you about $140 to make, and is very doable. All you need is some pvc pipe, a small generator motor, an old extension cord, some pipe fittings, some other electronic parts, and, of course, a step by step guide, and you'll be all set!

2. Solar Panels - These are also another option that you should give some serious consideration when looking for alternative methods to power your home. You can actually get all of the material you need to build a decent solar panel for under $100 and they are not all that difficult to find. In fact you may even have some of parts sitting in your garage or storage shed. Most of the other parts that you will need like solar cells and framing material can be found on E-bay and at your local hardware store.

People all over the world are testifying to great savings on their electric bill just by building their own solar panels and windmills. Why not give it a try yourself? Your pocket book may just thank - you.