Guide to Home Solar Panels


Types of Solar Panels

Find out which panel is right for you. Learn about the three main types of photovoltaic panels: monocrystalline, polycrystalline, and thin film. Nowadays, you can also install solar shingles to power your home.

 

Components of a Residential Solar Systemoff-grid-solar-power-system

Learn about the components needed for grid-tied and off-grid solar systems, including inverters, meters, batteries, charge controllers, and more.

 

Evaluating Your Home for Solar Panelssolar panel orientation

Is your home a good candidate for solar energy? Check your roof’s condition, tilt and orientation using this do it yourself home solar evaluation.

 

Determining the Size of Your Systemmulticrystalline solar cell

The size of your system will be determined by a number of factors, such as panel efficiency, desired capacity, available sunlight and more.

 

Calculating Your Payback Period

Your payback period is determined by the cost of electricity and available sunlight and other factors. Calculate how long until your system pays for itself.

 

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Financing Solar Panels for Your Home

Multiple financing options are available to help lower the cost of installing a solar electric or solar hot water system for your home. These include tax credits, energy efficient mortgages, leasing solar panels, and solar power purchase agreements.