Slash Your Utility Bills: Build Your Own Wind Generator
Are you tired of paying out money to the utility company each and every month? If so, you are not alone. In terms of electricity alone, the average monthly bill has doubled in some areas of the United States this past winter. In Baltimore, Maryland, residents are outraged, prompting the Maryland Public Service Commission to hold a regulatory meeting to find out what has caused the 100% increase. Baltimore is just one of many cities where the residents are demanding answers.
Why You Should Build Your Own Wind Generator
So, what can you do to lower your utility bills? For many homeowners, the answer lies in the wind. It is possible to build your own wind generator and you can do it for under a hundred dollars. Many people have turned to this source of renewable power in order to get out from the high monthly utility bills and it's easier than you might think.
Harnessing the power of the wind is nothing new. Holland and Denmark have used wind generators for years, so much so that it's one of the things you think of first after tulips in these countries. In the United States, wind generators are popping up everywhere, simply because it provides an affordable, reliable alternative energy source.
Harnessing the power of the wind is nothing new. Holland and Denmark have used wind generators for years, so much so that it's one of the things you think of first after tulips in these countries. In the United States, wind generators are popping up everywhere, simply because it provides an affordable, reliable alternative energy source.
Choosing the Right Location for Your Wind Generator
One of the most important factors to consider when you build your own wind generator is choosing the right location for it. Ideally, you will need the wind generator located about 250-400 feet away from your house and about 20 feet higher than the other obstacles in the area. This includes trees, buildings and other obstacles. You also need to live in an area of the world that has a wind speed averaging 9 mph or higher. This is to make sure you have the necessary wind to power your wind generator.
Pieces, Parts and Power
When you build your own wind generator, one of the actual costs that most people pay is for a DC motor. Usually this part will run about fifty dollars. More and more people are turning to recycling materials to create the tower, such as old TV antenna towers and old windmill towers. The blades can be constructed out of almost any recyclable. Some people use PVC. It depends on your preference. Use your imagination and visit some of your local junkyards. You will be surprised at what you can pick up for next to nothing when you begin to build your own wind generator.
Finally, in order to harness the power of the window to use in your home, you'll need a battery bank to store the energy. This battery bank will also be used to power the pieces that are connected to the wind generator.
Finally, in order to harness the power of the window to use in your home, you'll need a battery bank to store the energy. This battery bank will also be used to power the pieces that are connected to the wind generator.
Why Choose Wind Generators over Solar Panels
When you build your own wind generator, it will normally produce 1000 watts of power. Solar panels usually produce 100 watts. While many locations do not have consistent sun, most will have winds over 9mph on a consistent basis. Very seldom will the wind generator have difficult charging the battery bank.
The Satisfaction When You Build Your Own Wind Generator
When you build your own wind generator, you will be amazed at how much you can reduce or even eliminate your need for grid powered electricity. As an added bonus, you are doing your share to help improve the environment. There is no price tag for that.
Illustrated on a YouTube video
Flickr pics of the finished product
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