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Homemade solar panels are one of the most popular DIY activities today and this is due to the increasing awareness on global warming that has spurned many different solutions to help save the earth by lessening the CO2 we produce and creating alternative, clean energy has been one of the solutions according to scientist.

A little more than 5 years ago, Solar Panel Systems were too expensive for the normal family to afford and this has been out of the question since spending $30,000 upfront is a big amount compared to the monthly electricity bill that people are getting.

However, people have started experimenting on creating their own homemade solar panels and now there are various guides available claiming to help you make them for a few hundred dollars.
There are 3 interesting things about homemade solar panels and these are: They are not that hard to make, requires little maintenance and is actually as good as the expensive, commercially made one, if it is done correctly.

First reason is, it is actually not that hard to make the panels and it just requires 1-2 weekends and the right tools to get them done properly. You just need a good step-by-step guide to follow; you don’t have to be a handyman to do this!
However you just need to be able to follow simple steps and if you have any issues check their support page for help. One quick tip is to look for a friend who is a better handyman than you and share him the information on how to build panels for his place too, so you can have him help you fix your place up and at the same time you can help him make his own solar panels too.

One last resort would be (if you’re busy or don’t have any friends to help you out) is to just hire a local handyman which will definitely still be cheaper than buying premade solar panels from the store

Next is, once the panels are built and properly sealed the great part is that they actually require minimum maintenance. The only maintenance they have is to make sure they hit direct sunlight all the time, so you have to remove snow and dust to maintain it.

This requires minimum checking, probably once every 2 weeks and you can also track it if there are dips in power absorption in your voltage meter.
You also have to make sure that you place it in area where there are no objects that can damage your panels, so if your geographical location has typhoons or hurricanes you need to purchase extra casings for reinforcement, this will not cost you more than $100 dollars and will save you a lot more in the long run.

Lastly, homemade panels are actually as good (might be even better) than the commercial ones since you can customize them on the spot and will also do the exact same job with proper measurements and the right materials.

To learn more about solar panels visit homemade solar panels and to get a free report on how to make your own solar panels go to build your own solar panels.

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By Jason Livingston-the operator of www.GreenLivingRocks.com where you can learn how to build a solar panel, construct a homemade windmill, and go green at home

Your utility bills are getting higher each month, so you’ve been thinking about installing solar panels on your home. You know how to use a screwdriver and drill, and you’re wondering…how tough could it be to construct your own solar panels? This article will give you an overview of the procedure so you can make a good decision.

To make clear, we’re talking here about building solar panels that will deliver electricity to your house. (These are not the same as “solar energy” devices that will heat water, but won’t deliver electricity). The most widely used solar panel designs for generating electricity are photovoltaic arrays. They convert sunlight straight into electricity.

There are at least two prevalent ways to build do-it-yourself solar panels. First, there are solar panel kits. These are straightforward designs and can be built by anyone who has average handy-man skills. Second, there are built-from scratch-solar panels. These are a bit more complex, and are better projects for more courageous people who don’t mind experimenting.

Solar Panel Kits:
You can buy these from various local or online suppliers. Use yahoo to look for “solar cell kits”. You’ll find hundreds of sites that offer books, online videos or DVDs of plans and instructions, along with the materials you’ll need.

The kits basically supply you with the photovoltaic cells, the wiring, the assembly hardware and the mounting devices. They’re somewhat like putting together a computer desk kit from the hardware store. But you’ll need to check your local building codes to find out whether or not you need permits and a licensed installer.

Build Your Cells From Scratch:
This is an economical, but labor-intensive way to construct your solar cells from scratch. It uses raw copper sheeting, like the copper flashing available at hardware stores, and a heat source. You need to heat the copper for about a half hour, or long enough to cause the chemical reaction that produces copper oxide on the surface of the copper sheet.

After the copper panel is cooled properly, combine it with other similar-sized non-oxidized copper panel, add saline solution and encase all of the components in a shatterproof glass panel. Add wiring and mounting components after the panel is assembled. This produces a low-voltage panel. You’ll need to make a large number of them in order to have an array that produces enough electricity to power household devices.

Building your solar panels from scratch is relatively cheap, but takes a lot of time and space. Solar kits are a good solution if you like to work on projects around the house, but don’t have the time for building solar panels from scratch. Either way, be sure to check your local building codes for installation requirements. And be sure you really have adequate time to complete the project. You don’t want to leave it half finished and leave yourself with no electricity during a hot summer or a cold winter.