All homeowners want their properties to be worth as much as possible so that if they come to sell they can ensure they are getting the most money they can. Couples are now being alerted to a way they could potentially add tens of thousands of pounds to the value of their homes.
Experts say adding solar panels to properties can send values soaring and could be a worthwhile investment that pays off down the line. While the panels can be costly to install, they could bring big savings on energy bills – £482 on average – and deliver a significant boost if you come to sell your home.
Properties for sale containing solar panels are likely to be hugely attractive to buyers, estate agents say. The Eco Experts editor, Roland Ellison, said: “With wholesale gas prices continuing to keep household energy bills at unaffordable levels for the foreseeable future, the case for switching to solar for your home has never been stronger.
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“Even when you come to sell your home, if you’ve made the investment to reduce your energy bills in the long term, it will make your property a more attractive prospect for potential buyers, as they will benefit from lower energy bills without having to front-up the initial costs of installation.
“As anyone who has bought a house will know, the less you have to spend once you move in is something that you need to factor in. Long-term investments in energy-saving products like solar panels are a significant advantage to savvy house buyers.
“Not only will they lop a significant chunk off their monthly energy bills from day one, it’s also one less thing to fork out for further down the line. Make sure you check the age, warranty and maintenance costs of the panels installed before you make an offer.”
