Understanding Home Energy in Nevada.

The Money Part

Your utility bills break down into several costs: electricity usage, peak hour rates, water consumption, and wasted energy from inefficient systems. Understanding where your money goes helps you make smart upgrade decisions.

Solar Power: NV Energy charges more during peak hours (1pm to 7pm in summer) when everyone's AC is running. This is exactly when solar panels are most productive. Your meter runs backward, banking credits for nighttime.

Windows & HVAC: Old windows leak conditioned air while your HVAC works overtime. Replacing both together maximizes savings. New windows reduce your cooling load, letting you install a smaller, more efficient HVAC system.

Landscaping: Traditional grass yards cost $200-400 monthly in water bills during summer. Desert landscaping cuts water usage by 80% while requiring minimal maintenance.

How Systems Work Together

Starting with Solar: Most Vegas homes use around 1,100 kWh per month. At peak rates that's nearly $300 just for electricity. Solar dodges these high rates when they hurt most.

Adding Efficiency: Solar works better with efficient windows and HVAC. Less energy needed means smaller solar systems and bigger savings.

Protecting Your Investment: Quality roofing provides the foundation for solar panels while protecting your home's biggest investment.

Reducing Water Costs: Desert landscaping eliminates the biggest water expense while creating beautiful outdoor spaces.