Did you know it is actually possible to build a windmill at home today? This was made possible due to new discoveries in the alternative energy movement. It is a pretty simple job and you could start generating your own power today from the power of wind! The usual methods of electricity generation are gas, nuclear, and dirty coal. They are outdated and non-renewable, plus you cannot simply install one of these systems at your own home.
In this article I explain the basic principles behind the power generating windmill and the steps to follow if you want to start your new project.
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To start off, you need to obtain plans (which can be obtained for a very low cost) and purchase a few materials at your local DIY center. Once installed, the system will start generating on it's own. How much electricity it can generate all depends on the wind flow. Many windmill systems are designed to generate electricity even at the lowest wind speeds. If your windmill is generating too much power, you can actually sell it back to your local power company! Ultimately it should reduce your electricity bill by about 70%.
Here are the basic steps to make a windmill:
Purchase the proper plans and diagrams. These can be a real time saver because all of the measurements and dimensions are already laid out for you. Look for the link at the end of the article for a good set of plans. Go to your local DIY store such as Home Depot or Lowes and purchase the materials. The plans will detail how much and what kind of material you will need. The plans I have mentioned earlier are pretty easy to follow. The basic idea is to put together the windmill and place it in a high place to capture the wind.
The windmill itself, when installed, consists of multiple rotor blades. Once the wind picks up, these blades start to rotate and this transfer of energy goes straight to the generator and made into electricity. From the generator there is an electrical line that hooks up to your fuse box and a special meter for releasing electricity back into the public power grid. The whole kit for this can cost as little as 0. The best part about considering this kind of alternative energy is that it will start paying for itself immediately while bigger manufactured systems can take more than 20 years to pay off. It's a very low risk investment and well worth it.
In the current economic crisis, it would be a shame to pass an opportunity to install your own system. I installed one of these systems myself and let me tell you... I use a ton of electricity between my wife, 5 kids, and myself. My windmill is currently generating so much power that my local power company sends me a check each month! Build your own windmill
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