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Solar Shingles

Monday, November 4, 2013

By Jim Thorpe


Customers that own Phonosolar 300 watt panels are lucky to have another option in their solar electricity-solar shingles. This is an innovative technology that involves placing solar panels on your roof that look and act like regular asphalt shingles.

Another unfortunate result if you do not take care of your solar panels properly is you may experience reduced efficiency of your solar panels. Be sure to take care of your panels to make sure they produce the most energy and last for many years.

First it's important to get a solar panel that will help you keep it protected. You can do that by buying a solar panel that has built-in films to protect the panel from harsh environments, such as salt-mist, ammonia, or fire.

A great option is the Helios 255 watt panels. The Helios 255 watt panels have a 25 year linear performance warranty and a 10 year workmanship warranty. While most solar panels are on roofs, it is not necessary. Solar panels are placed on roofs to reduce the amount of overhead shade. But if you are able to ensure a clear path for the sun's rays to hit your solar panels on the ground, it will be easier for you to maintain.

The technology employed in solar shingles is very unique. In contrast to standard panels, solar shingles are made in one of two ways: they're either rigid or flexible. That's one reason that standard panels are mounted the way they are: they can't bend to fit the roof, so they have to mount to a flat surface that's facing the sun.

Fortunately, not all fixes are this intensive. If your solar panel isn't working as effectively as it used to, there are a few things that you can check before you start working to replace the glass or soldering connections. Loose electrical connections, dirty glass and obstructions are frequent culprits. Make sure that everything connected to your panels is secure-a loose connection can not only cause less-than-peak productivity, but it can also be a safety hazard. It's certainly something you should keep your eye on.

There are two main installation options available to users. The first is to use mostly standard asphalt shingles, but to intersperse a solar shingle among them at certain points. This provides a sort of disguise for the solar shingle. The second is to do as mentioned above, and cover the entire roof in special panels, which are designed to look and act like asphalt ones. Whichever you choose, the results will both look great, and help you cut down on your electricity bill.

You should consider replacing your solar panels if it has been noticeably damaged. Also although your panels may last 40 years, there's a chance that their efficiency will decrease after 25 years. As always seek the help of a solar panel expert for advice on how to protect your solar panels, or when it would be best for you to replace your solar panels.




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