If you're ready to go out and invest in a domestic wind turbine you might want to ask yourself a few questions first. It's important to know the facts so that you don't spend money and then later regret it.
For many people their own home wind turbine can make a lot of sense. Even so, there are some important things you have to keep in mind.
One of the most important things to consider is whether you will build or buy your turbine. If you are considering buying it just keep in mind that they are pretty pricey and the more money you spend up front the longer it will take you to recoup that investment from the money you save on your utility bills.
You can build your own turbine, and for many people this option makes the most sense since it doesn't cost much, you don't need any special skills, you can buy all the parts at a hardware store, and you can buy a manual that will walk you through the building process.
Buying or building is only one of the questions you need to ask yourself. Another important factor is how long you intend to live in your house. If you're not going to be there in a year from now you might not want to take the time to build a turbine.
You also have to have realistic expectations about what a turbine will and won't do. One turbine won't be enough for you to get off the grid and produce all the electricity your home needs. It can, however, save you about 80% on your utility bills, which is significant.
So before you go out and buy a domestic wind turbine just take a few minutes to answer these questions. While there is no doubt that generating your own electricity with a wind turbine is a good idea, it's important that you have realistic expectations.