Before and during the process purchasing a solar panel system, it is best to know how to maintain them and keep them functioning efficiently. Therefore, we will let you in on all of the ins and outs of solar panels maintenance and monitoring through this chapter.
Solar photovoltaic (PV) panels require minimal maintenance once they are installed, but it is still important to keep them clean to continue achieving optimal power generation. The cleaner the solar panels, the greater the amount of sunlight absorbed and energy generated!
There are several ways to keep your solar panels clean, from manual washing to fully automated technologies. Keep reading to learn more!
For minimal dust buildup, use a hose to clean them. Be sure you do not spray the panels with high-pressure jets or with pressure water to not scratch or damage the panels. Simply wash off the layer of dirt, the soap-less water spray should fall on the solar panels like rainwater and let gravity do the heavy lifting.
Another way to clean you solar panels and maintain high efficiency is by scrubbing them. Pick a soft scrubber, squeegee or brush that is designed to be used for solar panels or a glass surface so that it will not scratch and damage the panels. Also, keep in mind that soap and detergents tend to leave residue on the panel’s glass that can attract more dirt in the future, so it is best if you only use soap that do not contain any chemicals that could harm the panels.
For the more professional cleaning service, you can call your solar installer and request a cleaning crew if they provide one or your installer can recommend a reliable cleaning team you can book.
Here at Palmetto Energy Solutions we are all about after-sale services, so we do have a cleaning service you can book through us to clean you panels, instead of doing it yourself and risk scratching your panels or damage them in any way.
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With our micro-inverters from Enphase, we allow you to monitor your system status from wherever you are and know exactly how much energy your solar system is producing using a simple application created by Enphase that can be downloaded on all devices. Using the application, you can generate reports on energy production by day, week, month, or year. All of it displayed in attractive and easy-to-read graphs and info graphics.
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