With wind powered turbines being the latest in the search for a renewable energy source, it was only a matter of time before homemade wind power kits arrived on scene. These kits allow the average homeowner to supplement their power needs without spending a fortune on a commercially built wind turbine.

Before running out and buying a wind turbine kit there questions that should be answered to make sure it is feasible. Do you live in an area where there is enough wind to justify a wind turbine? Do you have a location to put a 20-30 foot tower? Does your local planning commission require permits? What are the local codes you must adhere to in order to build a wind turbine?

If you have answered those questions and made the decision to move forward with building a wind powered turbine, you need to determine how much power you hope to obtain from your wind turbine. If you live in an area with a steady wind source you could possible go completely off the grid, or perhaps you prefer to remain on the grid as a backup and sell any excess power you generate back to the power company.

A small wind turbine kit should suffice if you are going to use it as a supplement. A small kit will generate enough power to operate appliances or act as a power source for outdoor tools and workshops. Technology has improved to the point that small kits with lower speed winds can still generate a great deal of power. A large kit is necessary if you intend to power your entire house.

Next, you should decide what kind of kit you are looking for. Do you want to get a kit that is complete with all necessary parts and instructions or one that is instructions and diagrams only? Kits that are instructions only allow you to acquire your own parts, possibly saving you even more money in the long run.

For the homeowner who prefers not to have to find all the parts to build a wind turbine, the full kit is an excellent choice. Even though it is more expensive than the technical kit, it still saves an extreme amount of money when compared to buying a commercially built wind turbine. Everything needed arrives with complete instructions ready to be assembled.

Less expensive but more time involved are DIY kits that are diagrams and instructions only. These kits are very well detailed on what is needed to build a wind turbine along with diagrams and step-by-step details. The tradeoff in savings is the time involved in gathering the necessary components. However, these kits will typically offer advice on where to find the parts at reduced costs or even free.

DIY wind generators are available to supply power for homeowners who wish to supplement their power. From small kits to large kits, from complete all inclusive kits to technical information and details only kits, wind powered turbines can be built for a fraction of the cost of buying a commercially built wind turbine.

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