Using a wind generator will reduce your dependence on your local utility company thus saving you money and provides a tremendous sense of satisfaction! Being able to create your own power can provide a feeling of independence from the “big bad” electric company in your area. I hate writing checks to the electric company knowing how easy it is to create my own!

Most people don’t know where to begin to create their own electricity. Finding a knowledgeable resource is critical to your success. You will need to know what components are required, are they legal in my area, the best construction methods and most importantly where can you find the required parts.

Basically, a wind generator or windmill works like this. The wind pushes against the wind generator blades thus turning an electric device called a generator. The generator creates electricity by using magnetic fields. You can then use this electricity to power your home or shop. The bigger the wind generator, the more power it produces. The more power you can generate, the less your electric bills will be.

In order to get started you will need to acquire a set of wind generator plans giving you a step by step blueprint for the project. You may need the assistance of a friend or family member to build or install the windmill but the effort will be well worth the effort. Gathering all the required parts and tools to build your wind powered generator should be the easiest part. There are many resources for the parts and the tools are not uncommon. Most of the tools required are normal tools found in most work shops.

Another thing to consider is the windmill design. Some wind generators have 3 blades (most common) while some have 4 or more blades. The difference is whether the windmill is installed in a low or high wind area. You will need to do some quick research to determine what design will work best for your area.

Now that we have looked at a quick overview of wind generators and windmill design, you should have a better understanding of what is involved to build your own wind generator. Having a great set of wind generator plans will make the project much easier and quicker.