Given the current spiralling cost of power, it makes sense to go in for solar power, and get the solar panels installed in at the earliest. Here are a few reasons as to why you need to get the same installed in at the earliest. Of course, installation is not bound to be cheap but think of it as a one-time investment where you can recoup your initial outlay within 6 to 10 years. Just search online for “solar companies SantaBarbara” and that should provide you with a list of some of the top vendors in and around your location.