Which Home Electrification Solutions Should You Tackle First?

Home electrification is your ticket to cheaper energy costs, a smaller carbon footprint, and a more promising, sustainable future. However, with so many fascinating technological advances available (electric vehicles, solar panels, battery storage, etc.), it's easy to become overwhelmed. Where do you start? How do you know you're getting the most bang for your buck? This post will provide you with a clear and concrete approach to adopting home electrification solutions, step by step, so you can embrace the future with confidence. 

Start With Collecting Your Own Energy 

Making the switch to renewable energy is the natural first step, and installing solar panels is one of the best methods to achieve this. Collecting energy from the sun is a clean and sustainable method to get off the fossil-fuel-burning power grid. Not only does this give you a direct means of generating your own energy, but the power produced is almost free once installed, and you can even sell excess energy back to the grid. 

Solar energy is among the best investments for households trying to lower their long-term energy expenses and carbon footprints. Along with that, costs have continued to decline as solar panel technology develops, making them more accessible and affordable for everyone. Once this step is complete, you’ve laid the groundwork for all the home electrification solutions that are to come. 

Store & Maximize Use of the Energy You Create 

The next logical step here is ensuring all the hard work that went into your solar panel installation doesn’t go to waste. We always recommend that at the time of installation, you pair your panels with a home battery. You’ll store extra energy produced by your solar panels during the day and utilize it in a few different circumstances. 

The obvious ones are when there is no energy available, such as at night or during severe weather, but there is another instance that is intriguing. If you weren't aware, energy prices vary based on the time of day. Many utility companies charge extra at peak hours, such as when most people arrive home from work. Your battery's additional capacity means that you never face time-of-use charges if your panels aren't generating enough energy to power all your home electrification solutions.  

Switch To Electric Appliances 

Now that you've collected and stored enough energy in a sustainable manner, it's time to put it to good use! If you still use natural gas for any systems in your house, or if you use electric appliances with technology from years ago, it's time to upgrade. Electric appliances are often more energy-efficient than gas appliances, and when combined with solar energy, they may significantly cut overall energy use and costs. For example, heat pump water heaters utilize electricity to transport heat rather than generating it directly, making them significantly more efficient than standard gas-powered water heaters. Similarly, heat pump HVAC systems pull heat from the air to produce both heating and cooling, making them an energy-efficient alternative that operates all year.  

Another big advantage of electric appliances is that they increase the functionality of upgrades like smart electric panels. Many home electrification solutions can be controlled and monitored using smartphones, providing you with greater control over your energy consumption. Switching to electric appliances also prepares your house to accommodate your family’s electric vehicles. If you install an EV charger, you will be able to power your cars straight from your solar panels, further diminishing your dependency on fossil fuels. 

Bundle & Save With My Electric Home 

While the order we’ve outlined above makes sense if you pursue your home electrification solutions in increments, the smartest way can be to take care of everything all at once! Rebates, tax credits, and financing options are available to make things easier, not to mention our bundled packages that can help you save. My Electric Home is your trusted home electrification company in the Denver area, and we’re here to make your sustainability dreams a reality. 

Take the first step toward a greener, more affordable future today!