Solar panels, without batteries, don’t work at peak efficiency. They are least efficient when households consume the least amount of energy. Energy generation is at its peak, but homes are mostly empty. During work and school hours, much of the produced energy is sent back to the grid. Solar panel batteries make it possible to …
Are You Allowed to Take Your Solar Panels When You Move?
If you move homes, you leave your roof-mounted solar panels with your house. Since they’re a permanent fixture, there isn’t much to be done, but there are some things to be aware of, particularly if you are in a position where your panels are treated differently than most solar panel systems (by that we mean, …
How Long Do Solar Panels Actually Last?
With research, panels sell the long term investment on their utility with good reason. So would help to know what “decades” means before buying. To assess monetary worth, these panels do offer a guarantee of 25-30 years. Luckily, for buyers, it is not just marketing for profit. The technology for these devices shows it will …
Solar Panels or Heat Pump: Where Do You Start?
Are you looking to ‘green up’ your home? Then solar panels and heat pumps are likely at the top of your list. For many people, the first question is, “Which one should I get first?” instead of, “Which one should I get?” There isn’t a clear answer to this question, but there are a few …