{"id":1536,"date":"2019-06-18T05:53:17","date_gmt":"2019-06-18T05:53:17","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/genrenew.com\/?p=1536"},"modified":"2019-07-25T18:00:10","modified_gmt":"2019-07-25T18:00:10","slug":"how-to-keep-your-solar-panels-clean-in-illinois","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/genrenew.com\/how-to-keep-your-solar-panels-clean-in-illinois\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Keep Your Solar Panels Clean in Illinois"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Solar panels are an integral part of the solar energy system. They are the panels that absorb the rays from the sun that the system then converts to energy. The efficiency with which these panels perform this task depends on many factors including how clean the panels are. Solar panels are located outside and this means that they are often exposed to elements such as dust, grime, snow and many others that are common in Illinois. Unless solar panels are regularly cleaned, the dirt can form a coating on the panel, drastically reducing the panel\u2019s ability to absorb solar rays. Here are some of the ways you can keep your home or commercial solar<\/a> panels clean in Illinois.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Preparing for the Cleanup<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

It helps to think through the process before you start. For example, the best time to clean solar panels is early in the morning or late in the evening. This is because during the day, the panels heat up and pouring cold water on them could cause them to crack. You should also ensure that there is enough room around the panels to walk around and that you feel safe doing it. Ensure that you have appropriate shoes with good grip and that you protect your head with a hat if the early morning sun rays make you uncomfortable. Put some water, a soft cloth and soap in a bucket as this is all you will need to get the work done. You can also choose to talk to your solar energy contractor<\/a> to get a feel of what you should and shouldn\u2019t do.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cleaning the Panels<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Most of the dirt on the panels should easily come off with moderate\nrubbing with a soft, wet cloth. Some of the dirt such as bird droppings might\nrequire a little more rubbing but it should come off eventually. If you\nencounter oily stains (this could happen if you live near an airport such as O’Hare\nInternational Airport or a large industrial complex), you can consider using isopropyl\nalcohol to remove the stains. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Things to Note<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Some solar panel contractors offer panel cleaning services. It might be\nwise to use their services as they come with the right equipment and expertise\nto get the job done properly. The other thing to remember is that unless the\ndirt is visible, it might not be worth the while to keep cleaning the panels\nall the time. Solar panels are sturdy and are designed to withstand the\nelements. Typically, rain often washes away any dirt and grime on the panels so\nyou don\u2019t have to do much. Frequent cleaning is only an option if you live in\nan Illinois location that is prone to dust and other kinds of pollutants. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You should also remember never to use anything abrasive that can scratch\nthe surface of the panels. If you are not sure about how to remove a stain or a\nlayer of grime on the surface of the panel in Illinois, it makes a lot of sense\nto bring in a professional. GenRenew is the leading solar energy experts in\nIllinois. We can help you install your Illinois solar energy system as well as\nkeep it running efficiently and effectively. \n <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Solar panels are an integral part of the solar energy system. They are the panels that absorb the rays from the sun that the system then converts to energy. The efficiency with which these panels perform this task depends on many factors including how clean the panels are. Solar panels are located outside and this […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":1748,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"om_disable_all_campaigns":false,"_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0,"_uf_show_specific_survey":0,"_uf_disable_surveys":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\nHow to Keep Your Solar Panels Clean in Illinois - GenRenew<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Solar panels sometimes require cleaning to keep them working optimally. 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