Make space for the solar panel accessories (solar inverter, cables and solar batteries, if desired), for instance in a plant room 4. Plan a day for installation 5. Erect the scaffolding (this can be done by your supplier or by a company you organise) 6. The solar panel mounts will be installed 7. The professionals will install the solar panels 8.
For most residential installations, rooftops are the preferred location for solar panels. Ensure your roof is structurally sound and faces the right direction to maximize sun exposure. South-facing roofs typically receive the most sunlight. If your roof is not suitable for solar panels, consider ground-mounted options.
Here are some important steps you need to know before installing a solar panel. Whether you are doing it all by yourself or catering to professional help, you need to know these key steps: Site Preparation: Clean the area of the roof and its surroundings of any debris and check for any damage. Before installing the flooring, fix any imperfections.
Despite being intricate bits of kit that can generate electricity from the sun, solar panels are pretty straightforward for a professional to set up. Before an installer is able to crack on with the actual installation, a professional surveyor will need to go into your loft and check the integrity of both the roof and the rafters.
" Solar PV (photovoltaic) panels generate electricity from sunlight and will normally be installed on the roof of the building facing in the most south direction. The panels should also face as much south as possible. If you faced east, or west, then expect a yield of around 20% less generation annually" explains David Hilton.
Site Assessment: Assess your property and select the most suitable area for the panels, usually on the property’s roof or a ground-mounted system. A professional assessment can provide more information about the optimum placement. System Design: Select the solar panel system based on your power demand, roof space, and budget.