Solar power has been in use for over five decades. During that time it has become more efficient and affordable. 

Basically, sunlight hits the panels and generates an electrical current which is fed into your home or business through your electrical panel. This is a simple explanation and only covers the basics.

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The first thing to consider is a roof mount system. Do you have a southern-facing roof? What is the age, pitch, material, and condition of the roof?

The next thing to consider is a ground-mount system. You will need an area of good size and minimal to no shading. Ground mount systems require trenching and wiring to your home.

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Solar panels last approximately 25-30 years before you’ll see any significant amount of degradation or decrease in their energy production. The high-quality solar panel brands often offer a 25-year warranty that covers any issues you might have with your panels. If there are any failures, or if the panels operate at less capacity than is specified in the warranty, you can get them replaced at no cost.

The solar inverters on panels typically have a lifespan of 10-12  years or longer. They typically need to be replaced at least once during the panel's lifetime. The power inverters are crucial for safe and efficient operation of solar panels. Extending the lifetime can have significant advantages to the cost and function of a solar system.

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Solar is a great way to reduce energy costs and carbon emissions from your home with clean efficient renewable energy. It provides a great return on investment by improving property value and making you eligible for useful tax credits.  

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No. When you install solar panels on your property, you will still be connected to the grid. This allows you to utilize power from the grid when your system is not producing all of the power that you need and sends power back to the grid when you produce more than you use. 

It is possible to go off the grid with a solar energy system but that requires battery storage. Battery storage costs significantly more and is not necessary with most solar installations.

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Your solar system is typically wired into your electric company’s grid, giving you the ability to take advantage of net metering. In the event of a power outage due to a natural disaster, overload, or even just routine maintenance, your panels will also stop producing energy. This provides safety for utility workers repairing the utility lines.

So, no, your solar panels will not supply your house with power in the case of a power outage. However, if you add a solar battery backup to your solar PV system, your lights will stay on during power outages. There are many benefits of a solar battery like the Tesla Powerwall, Generac Powercell, or Enphase Encharge, including that it can power your home during power outages.

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