{"id":1052,"date":"2018-12-07T10:21:29","date_gmt":"2018-12-07T10:21:29","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/genrenew.com\/?p=1052"},"modified":"2019-07-25T17:43:52","modified_gmt":"2019-07-25T17:43:52","slug":"what-to-assess-before-solar-panel-installation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/genrenew.com\/what-to-assess-before-solar-panel-installation\/","title":{"rendered":"WHAT TO ASSESS BEFORE SOLAR PANEL INSTALLATION"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p> The use of solar power is going mainstream and although more consumers are having it to power homes, offices, and industrial buildings, information about it remains to be limited. But for the responsible consumer, doing a research beyond the usual information about solar panel installation will pay off in the end. After all, this project will involve an initial investment so it is best to learn even the littlest of details in order to fully benefit from it. What do you need to consider before installing solar panels? Read on to find out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Cost Of Installation<\/strong><br>Initial cost of installing solar panels may be high, from $15,000 up to $30,000 or more, depending on how big the installation is going to be. There is also an option to&nbsp;lease a solar power system&nbsp;instead of purchasing one. Basically, it is up to your financial goals whichever method you choose to finance your solar project.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Roof Type<\/strong><br>There are companies who only install on composite shingle because it\u2019s quicker but, technically, all kinds of roof can accommodate a solar panel installation as long as it is sturdy enough to support the solar panels.&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/genrenew.com\/\">Experienced solar panel installers<\/a>&nbsp;are aware that there are mounting systems that can be used as determined by the type of roof you have.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Panel Type<\/strong><br>Not all solar panels are the same. It is not a one-size-fits-all system that can work with every home. There are various things to consider like roof type and size. Find out if the manufacturer will be able to find the best solutions that will be best for your situation in order to optimize your savings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How Much Power Do You Want?<\/strong><br>Even with the same solar panel installation, different homes will have different outcomes. It is because there are a lot of factors can affect the production of electricity. The trees, roof angle and size, temperature, degradation of panels, etc. can all affect the system\u2019s production.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Who Will Do The Installation?<\/strong><br>When it comes to solar panel installation, an expert provider is rare. Solar power is getting popular and a lot of companies claim to be knowledgeable about it. It is not enough for them to guarantee a good job. Before going into contract with a certain provider, make sure that they are well- trained, certified, insured, and licensed to do their job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The success of your solar power project will be greatly affected by the one who will install and take care of the maintenance needs. Stick with a solar energy provider who will be around when you need them.<br>These details are very crucial to take into consideration before you finalize the decision to go solar. It is best to dig a bit deeper and learn more about it because this is a big investment. Find a reliable partner by weighing all the options. All these factors should be discussed thoroughly for you to get the answers that you need.\n\n<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The use of solar power is going mainstream and although more consumers are having it to power homes, offices, and industrial buildings, information about it remains to be limited. 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