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More and more people in the Okanagan are choosing to electrify everything in their homes — switching from gas stovetops to induction cooktops, replacing gas hot water tanks with electric ones, trading in combustion engine cars for electric vehicles, and upgrading or supplementing gas furnaces with efficient electric heat pumps.
Of course, while these changes offer long-term benefits including cleaner energy, lower emissions, and better control over the type of energy your home consumes, your electricity use naturally goes up and so can yourelectricity costs.
That’s because BC Hydro’s rate system is designed to reward conservation. When your household uses more electricity, you move into Tier 2 rates, which are slightly higher.
While this structure encourages efficiency, it can also mean that homes wanting to take steps toward electrification might be dissuaded by a bump in their power bills.
That’s why adding solar at the same time makes so much sense. It’s a way to stay energy-conscious and cost-conscious — all while powering your home with clean, renewable energy.
Solar power offsets the increased electricity you’ll be using, helping you avoid BC Hydro’s more expensive Tier 2 rates.
If you’re thinking about electrifying everything in your home, going solar is a smart companion investment. Solar helps you:
While some upfront planning and possibly electrical service upgrades might be needed, the combined benefits of electrification and solar make your home more sustainable, energy-efficient, and budget-friendly over time.
Our in-house Okanagan team at Roost Solar assesses your panel, completes demand calculations, and helps you plan the most cost-effective path forward.
Curious about your home’s electrical capacity or what solar could save you?
Reach out for a free, no-obligation estimate from Roost Solar, proudly bringing professional solar solutions to the Thompson-Okanagan and surrounding areas since 2016. We’re happy to help you plan smarter power solutions.
Watch the video below to see how BC Hydro’s tiered system works, and click here to learn more.
