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With energy bills skyrocketing, both businesses and homeowners are seeing solar power as a workable alternative. You can easily add this type of renewable energy to your system by purchasing a DIY solar power kit. That said, it’s important that you be familiar with five important aspects before making such a purchase.

Dimension of the Solar Panels

The exact measurements of the solar panels should be indicated on the DIY solar power kit, which will help you determine if your roof space is sufficient for the solar module. Further, ensure that you know the solar panels’ weight, which is necessary information if you have roof tiles as they will factor in determining if your roof can support the solar panels. You will be able to more easily determine if your roof is stable enough structurally to handle the added load if you know the weight and dimension of the panels.

Total Power Generation

Calculate how much power you consume in your home before installing a DIY solar power kit. You should also decide how many appliances you will connect to your solar power system. Choose an appropriate DIY solar power kit once you’ve come up with this figure. Kits of a variety of sizes are available; further, some kits can be interconnected if one alone is not sufficient.

Durability

Solar power panels are constantly exposed to harsh outdoor elements like rain, hail, sun and snow. The frame should be made out of durable material, like aluminum. The solar cells should be covered with tempered glass.

Long-Term Warranty

Be aware that it can take years to see a return on investment for a DIY solar power kit. Because of this, it’s a good idea to consider the length of the product’s warranty before you buy it. Most experts recommend getting a 20- to 25-year warranty on new solar panels.

Installation and Maintenance

Select a DIY solar power kit that has easy installation. Kits that contain all the necessary components to start your own solar power system are on the market. Additionally, you should also consider one that will require only minimal maintenance over the years in service. Solar panels that require an annual scrubbing to keep them working at their maximum potential are your best bet.

Anna Vera Williams helps others understand how to utilize solar power to live cleaner and more economical lives.

This article was originally published on Anna’s blog, at Five Things to Consider When Purchasing DIY Solar Power Kits.