Inflation in the price of utilities, like electricity and gas, is provoking a rethink on using alternative methods to generate power. If you have taken a car journey to any remote parts of the country, you will porbably have seen banks of wind turbines scattered acros the countryside or even in parts of the sea. You certainly wouldn't miss one as the are generally group togther and are large pylons with a turning rotor on the top. The rotors are moved by the strength of the wind that is converted to electrical energy by a generator. This is sold to homeowners by the utility companies.
Many people are looking at building a wind generator that makes electricity to offset their normal energy use. This can save them a bit of money on utility bills and lessen the reliance on fossils fuels to power their home. This short article will detail the initial planning, viability and how to make a home built wind generator.
Why a Home Built Wind Generator ?
Traditionally, a wind generator has been used in the home when it is fairly remote and is not connected to the grid. As a general guideline, your home needs a clear, unobstructed area of land to construct the wind generator. Other ways to generate energy and often used alongside wind power. Thus it can be used in combination with another energy generating system, like a gas powered generator or, more commonly these days, a solar power system.
The advantage of having a solar/wind energy generating set up is that the wind can work at all times but is more likely to be effective when the sun is down and the solar power system doesn't work. Thus you have a energy creating system 24/7.
Two considerations when it comes to wind generators for the home is that you have enough wind and enough space. If you live in a built up area then it is a good idea to consider any concerns your neighbors may have about a large construction close to their home. By letting your neighbors know of your plans they are more likely to be agreeable during the construction.
Kit Versus Do It Yourself
The next question is whether to buy a kit or do it yourself. The basic argument for each option comes down to the cost. A kit will cost more but you will probably find it easier to put up and may well save time on the project. The vendor may even offer a service to erect the wind turbine if you are not inclined to do DIY projects.
A home built system will be cheaper to make but will be harder to build and will probably take more time to complete. This depends on your level of expertise in DIY. You can make your job easier by getting one of the many DIY guides that are available now.
A home built wind power system that is based on one of these guides can be completed for around $200 which represents a considerable cost saving over a pre made kit or even a professionally erected system.
The quantity of power your wind generator will create depends on the amount of wind that you get and the size of the generator. Where you live and the wind conditions can determine whether a generator may just reduce your utility bill by a few dollar each month or be a significant source of your energy needs.
Get more information on a step by step guide to building your own wind generator and a solar power system at Earth 4 Energy Videos and many other facts and figures about alternative energy at solar power
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