DIY Solar Power

It's no secret that the cost of living is on the increase. We're all feeling the pinch of the economic downturn and we are all fully aware that the way we source our consumable goods is becoming more and more sparse as the years go by.

This can only mean one thing...

...either decide to make the changes today for a cheaper cost of living tomorrow, or continue to rely on expensive and downright damaging resources to fuel our cars, our homes and our lives in general.

Going green is becoming more and more popular and accessible to millions of people worldwide. As more people understand what living green really means and how it can be done right now, the more years we add to our planet's lifespan and the safer and more cost effective our children's lives will be.

The problem remains for many people that going green costs a lot of money initially, and in some cases that is correct.

For example, we have to switch our cars over, inspect and modify our homes for maximum energy preservation, buy eco friendly materials...and then there's the holy grail of eco-friendly living.

It's being used all over the world and saving millions of people billions of dollars worth in would-be energy costs for their homes. But many people cannot afford to spend $3000 or more on solar panels or wind turbines.

So does that mean that people who cannot afford fancy solar and wind powered energy generators will have to remain partly responsible for the continued damaging of the environment, whilst having to pay a hefty cost for the privilege? I hope not, do you?

Even if you can afford to buy solar panels, they are equally expensive and complicated to install...so there's also those additional service charges to consider too.

So at this rate, it seems like we are destined to a life of paying way too much for our energy that will ultimately run out one day anyway...not in our lifetime but certainly in our children's futures...

...so with this in mind, we felt it was high time to go out and find a way to get around the set backs of becoming self sufficient eco friendly home owners, whilst setting ourselves up for much cheaper costs of living in the process...(a pretty good deal if you ask us).

Sure, there are plenty of ways to save the planet and your wallet (such as greener cars, eco friendly products and more efficient fuel usage) but nothing beats not having to pay the energy bills that come with a modern household, so let us introduce a possible solution that may just be able to deliver such a promise...

We decided to take a closer look at an internet guide to creating your own solar and wind based energy systems at home. The system in question has been featured on various media channels around the world and has been picking up a lot of press recently, so we figured that there must be something significant about it.

The appeal is pretty obvious in that we wanted to find out if it was possible to install a fully functional renewable energy source (powered by wind or solar) in order to save us hundreds in rising energy bills whilst doing "our bit" for the planet...but WITHOUT the astronomical costs of usual solar/wind power installations.

We've been through the Earth 4 Energy system and we've looked at the pros and cons, whether the plans and videos were as good as they said on the main sales page and how easy they were to follow.

We hope you enjoy this review and that you are able to see whether Earth 4 Energy is a product that is worth your time and money when it comes to saving the environment and your ever increasing energy bills...

Over the past 20 years, solar panels have become more widespread in their use and many more domestic homes and families are beginning to enjoy the huge cost cutting advantages of solar's renewable energy source.

However, there are still many people who have been falsely led to believe that solar energy is something only rich people or modern companies can afford for their energy supplies.

This may have been true 15 or more years ago, but this is certainly not the case in today's savvy DIY society. Here's how you can build your own solar panels without having to fork out thousands in service charges and expensive equipment, whilst saving yourself up to 80% on your existing energy bills...

• You'll need a cheap solar panel (which you can find online on eBay)


• You'll need a battery and battery holder


• You'll need a DC input and/or an AC inverter

That's basically it! The problem is not really the parts, but how to put it all together and how to connect numerous solar panels together. For most homes, more than one panel is required...

Each cell produces a small amount of electricity but put together they can generate enough electricity for household needs. One thing to consider is that the panels should always face the sun.

Before you start, you should check you have the right tools such as a soldering gun, spanner and a screwdriver.

The easiest way to get started with creating your own solar energy is to follow a simple plan. I found such a plan which showed my how to find all of the above mentioned parts for less than $200 which was fantastic considering how much a prebuilt system costs (usually several thousand dollars).

I recommend using this inexpensive guide to get started as you'll get cheaper parts, get the job done quicker and you'll also be able to build wind turbines for additional energy sources around the home too. Either way, this guide shows you everything you need to know to be able to generate enough power for your entire home and can have your own solar energy generators installed within a couple of days maximum...

With increased prices on energy bills, the credit crunch and continuous fuel price hikes, it's no wonder so many people are looking for ways to permanently slash their living costs at every turn.

Besides the costs of living, there's also the environment to think about too. That's why electric cars are getting more attention, as they save money and the environment at the same time...but what about our homes?

The cost of running a home is probably the biggest expense of all, with so many electrical items draining the power every hour of the day, it's no wonder we're suffering. That's why solar power is becoming the modern choice for so many everyday homes...as solar power provides many benefits to the wallet and the environment...

...but is it possible to get solar powered without breaking the bank? And is it complicated?

The two options for a solar powered home;

There are two ways to get a solar powered energy supply for your home. The first option is to choose a commercial supplier, which may be easier physically but will also cost you several thousand dollars in the process. Or alternatively, you could use one of the plans found on the internet which not only shows you how to source the parts for really cheap (in some cases under $200) but also how to assemble it all.

Will it actually work?

Whether you choose the commercial or DIY route, there is no doubt that solar power will work for you, providing you set it up properly. The panels generate a direct current (DC) which is then inverted into alternating currents (AC) for home use. The excess energy generated from the panels during each day can be stored in a battery system or even sold back to the grid, if you're still connected. In fact, it's always a good idea to remain connected to the grid in case for some reason you don't have enough energy stored for a particular demand of electricity one day.

Is it easy to do?

Setting up solar energy in your home is much easier than you might think. The large firms that supply solar energy would love to tell you otherwise, just as the energy companies would too. But the truth is, you can save up to 80% on your energy bills by simply following a simple guide that can be found online, which shows you what parts you will need, plus how to assemble and connect up to your home.

For the sake of saving up to 80% on your energy bills, doing good for the environment and being green & self sufficient, it's a no brainer isn't it? You have to see the step by step DIY solar power plan I used, which showed me how to get the parts I needed for under $200.