Archive for September 11th, 2021

Solar panels contain photovoltaic (PV) cells made of silicon. When sunlight hits them, it dislodges electrons to generate direct current (DC) electricity. An inverter then converts this into alternating current (AC) electricity to power your home appliances.

No. Solar panels need sunlight to generate electricity. To power your home at night, you must either draw energy from the utility grid or use a solar battery storage system that saved excess power during the day

Yes, but with reduced efficiency. Solar panels utilize visible light and UV rays, meaning they can still generate electricity during overcast weather. However, their output drops significantly compared to clear, bright sunshine conditions

String and hybrid inverters generally come with a 5 to 10-year warranty, with options to purchase extensions. Microinverters often feature longer warranties of up to 25 years.

Most standard string and hybrid residential inverters last 10 to 15 years. Microinverters can last up to 20 to 25 years. Because solar panels can last over 25 years, plan to replace your inverter at least once during your system’s lifecycle.

Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP / LiFePO4) is the current gold standard for residential solar because it is incredibly safe, highly efficient, and boasts a long lifespan. Older Lead-Acid or Tubular batteries are cheaper upfront but require high maintenance and wear out quickly