Some say a domestic rooftop wind turbine is not a good idea; that the generator or turbine for your home should only be on a tower.  Well that is only partially true.   If you just want a small home wind turbine for your cottage or for a remote location and won’t be relying on the turbine or generator to give you a lot of electrical power and you are in an unobstructed place with a good wind then the rooftop wind generator will suppliment your energy needs.

Understand your Power and Energy Needs

Wind power turbines have emerged as one of the most successful sources of renewable energy. Before considering purchasing any of the domestic or residential wind systems available, it is better to first understand one’s energy and power needs completely. While portable wind power generators might suffice the small energy needs of a household, it is always better to opt for larger wind generators to match your power needs. Another factor which demands due importance, before one considers the purchase of a wind turbine for your home or cabin, is whether the wind is really high and strong in the area or the location, where one is planning to have the rooftop  turbine installed.

The Wind Turbine Edge.

There is no doubt that a wind turbine has a green edge over gas or diesel generators as they are environment friendly and are financially viable.  Also with wind power generator, converting kinetic energy of wind into electricity, there is no question of pollution as there is no emission of harmful gases or bi-products; hence the green energy advantage. Wind power generators are preferred by many individuals for their power needs as these wind power generators do not need any fuel to be purchased for the production of electricity. The only fuel used by the environment friendly wind power generators is wind, which is available free of cost.

The most important advantage of wind power turbines, which is also the reason for its immense and increasing popularity, is that wind turbines help in the conservation of the environment. It allows one to live in a pure and fresh surrounding which is free of any poisonous gas or pollution. For individuals who are very keen on saving money, wind power proves to be an ultimate choice in alternative energy to save the money spent on electricity bills. There is no doubt that the initial purchase and installation of the unit pricks the purse a bit, but it is also a fact that in the long run your turbine is going to delight you with its money saving ability.

What is the Best Vertical Axis Design?

Most dealers will tell you that the three blade design is the best overall. Ask local dealers and installation specialists which ones they prefer and why. It is trendy to want a horizontal turbine but they just don’t have the efficiency of the vertical model, even if by using a roof top you are not using a tower.

Wind Speeds are best if they are Unobstructed

Of course there are some drawbacks of rooftop wind generators as well, like they can be only installed where there is enough unobstructed wind.  If there are high trees or other buildings nearby the efficiency of the propellers will be affected.

Rooftop wind turbines are considered as a green source of energy and it is because of this fact that the Government of many States offers tax-exemptions or subsidies on one’s initial investment for installing these wind power generators.  Wind power generators not only save money, but also help in saving and supporting the environment.

Residential Wind Advantages

For the home owner small micro turbines have the advantage of saving the domestic wind enthusiast money on the installation and on the initial cost of the unit.   Beware that you will not produce that much power but you will also be contributing to the wave of domestic alternative energy people trying to make a difference.