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5 Maintenance And Care Tips For Your Solar Panels For Long Lasting

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5 Maintenance And Care Tips For Your Solar Panels For Long Lasting

The solar panels are designed in such a way that it can work for long periods and are completely automated. Solar panels are generally required maintenance as it can help in increasing the output of the panels. In order to run the solar panels efficiently, the maintenance of solar power system must be on your priority list. However, this method can be tricky and thus you need some expert advice for easy maintenance tips for your solar panels. 

In this section, you will get to know some handful methods for effective maintenance of solar panels. Check out the following maintenance tips:

Tip #1: Keep Your Solar Panels Clean

The solar panels have no moving parts and thus the main area of maintenance is to clean them first. We suggest you check the panels because dirty panels cannot absorb the energy and may decrease the output which results in low performance. This may further lead to a reduction of electricity generated. The main source of dust is construction material, bird droppings etc which can be removed by using warm water, detergent or a dry cloth(soft cloth is recommended). Depending on the locations you need to clean the panels regularly.

It is recommended to have a look for any loose wiring connections and garbage that has fallen on the panels during the cleaning process. You must also look for the cracks or gaps in the frame that would allow water into the solar system. Try to inspect any water damage to fuses and signs of corrosion. Do not scratch the glass, as it may cause damage to the solar panel.

Tip #2: Make your way to avoid shading

Make a good habit of checking your solar panels once in a week. Just make sure that the growth of trees and other shrubs do not shade your solar panels from the sun as it may reduce their energy absorption. If necessary cut or trim any overhanging branches to ensure maximum light hits the solar panel. There are some other hazards to your solar panels which include birds making their nests underneath the panels or squirrels may chew through wires. Regular inspection of solar panels will allow you to pick on these problems before any damage is done. 

Tip #3: Check for the Record & analyze the performance

If you want to analyze the performance of solar panels on order of knowing how effective it works then, starts it by recording and measuring the output on a regular basis. Check the performance of your system by reviewing its data usage in order to detect any major changes in the output. If the weather changes and you notice the reduction in sunlight then we suggest you make a note along with the readings. This will further help you in getting a good estimate of how effective the solar panels are. Regularly check the fuse boxes for water damage and resistive joints on connections. Today, there are so many monitoring system and apps available that could help to record and analyze the performance of solar panels. 

Tip #4: Inspect the Inverter regularly

Keep your inverter clean for long-terms. The inverter is the box set on the wall that converts free electrons into main voltage. Most of the inverter comes with long warranties; however make sure that the outer cover is free from corrosion, grime and dirt. Remove all dirt with the help of small broom and without knocking any cables out. 

Note: If you are not that much aware with these all care methods then ask from your solar panel installer for these all tips and also ask them for monthly checkup for your solar panels. 

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