Are you a homeowner that’s even slightly handy? And are you thinking about building your own DIY solar panels? Then here’s the best advice you’ll ever hear: Make sure to find a good source of quality information that provides the guidance to make your home solar project a success.

Solar energy is one of today’s hottest topics. Do an online search and you’ll find many information resources, all promising to deliver the guidance you’ll need to complete your solar project. While many so-called ‘review’ sites claim to provide unbiased ‘honest’ guide reviews, most fail to point out the shortcomings of these products.

So, before you decide to buy a DIY home solar guide, here are a few simple questions to make sure you get the manual that provides the guidance that you personally need.

1) Is the sales page believable? Are the claims realistic?

Yes, it’s entirely possible to build your own DIY solar panel for a hundred dollars or so. Yet some guides make promises that no one can substantiate. And yes, it’s possible to significantly reduce your energy bills and even sell electricity back to the utility company. However, if you expect to be instantly free from the grid and watch your meter spin backwards for an investment of a few hundred dollars, you’re likely to be very disappointed.

2) Does the guide use a tried-and-true design?

Before you begin your DIY home solar project, make sure that the design you use has been well tested in the field and proven to work. It’s easy to get excited reading the testimonials provided by the publisher of a quality guide. However while most testimonials are genuine, they rarely provide full contact information.

So, has the author of the guide actually done the work of building and testing their design themselves? If the guide includes a full set of video tutorials as well as written instructions, it goes a long way in establishing credibility. Quite a few people find the videos more helpful and easier to follow than written instructions alone. Ideally, a DIY solar panel guide will include both.

3) Is the information in the guide complete?

Nothing is more frustrating than getting a project almost done, only to find that one or more of the final steps is missing. The primary focus of the manual should be providing clear, concise, step-by-step instructions on how to build your own DIY solar panels. It should also provide details on sourcing the components at the best prices available. It should also different options that will allow you to complete a solar energy system that meets your individual requirements.

4) Is there a money back guarantee?

If the guide provides quality information, the author will be happy to provide you with a money back guarantee. A reasonable length of time period is 30 to 60 days. If you’re not satisfied with what you’ve received, you can request a refund, making your purchase risk-free.

5) Is support included at no additional cost?

Another indication of quality is when the vendor is willing to stand behind their product and provide free support. They should be willing to provide full contact details and answer any question you might once you’ve purchased their product. A ’24 hour or less’ guaranteed response time is an indication they’re serious about supporting their guide.

It’s not easy finding a DIY solar home guide that has a positive response to each of these questions. But if you’re a homeowner and are interested in saving money every month on your energy bill, do yourself a favor and take advantage of free energy – compliments of the Sun!

Author Bio: Bud Greenlee is a long time solar power advocate and maintains the website, Easy Solar Panel Plans. Here’s an honest DIY solar panel guide review. You’re invited to learn the ‘Inside Scoop’ on building and installing home solar panels. Simply sign up for the 100% Free “Solar Power 101” Mini-Course. Go Green – Save Green!

Category: Home Management
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