Why Solar?
Solar power make sense! Advances in photovoltaic technology combined with generous local, state, and federal rebates and tax credits have made today’s solar electric systems cleaner, more reliable, and more affordable than ever before.
Stop writing checks to the utility company!
Whether you own a home, a small business, or a large commercial/agricultural operation, you probably write a large check to your utility company every month. Over time, those checks can add up to a lot of money—tens of thousands of dollars a month if you own a large organization.
Make Energy Inflation Work For You
When you purchase a solar energy system, it’s like buying 30-45 years of energy at a fixed, predetermined cost—locking in power at a fraction of the current charges and preventing future rate hikes. Plus, as energy costs rise, the more the energy you produce is worth—and the more you save! In fact, if you produce more energy than you use, your meter will actually spin backward, generating credits with the utility company.
Invest in Your Home or Business
More than just green, a solar electric system from Granite Bay Energy is a valuable investment in your home or business that can pay for itself many times over—freeing up cash for other activities. Over the lifetime of a solar power system, typically 45 years, it can pay for itself on most structures 6 or more times.
Increase Property Values
A well designed solar system will also increase your property value. According to a study published in The Appraisal Journal, every dollar saved in annual energy costs results in an increase of $10-25 in net home value. That means that if your current utility bill is $200, your home will increase in value by $24,000 to $60,000—none of which is subject to property tax in California.
Enjoy Tremendous Satisfaction
Plus, when you power your home or business with solar or other renewable energy technologies, you are helping cut our dependence on foreign oil, as well as reducing pollution and harmful emissions. The typical non-solar home produces 350 tons of greenhouse gases over a 25-year period.
For more detailed information about how solar systems work, please visit our Resources page.