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If you are considering installing solar panels on your roof, this comprehensive how-to guide will provide you with five simple steps to help you through the process. Evaluating the Possibilities Before you read further about how to install solar panels on roof, we recommend you evaluate the below-mentioned factors: Whether your roof has enough space for solar panels Whether the sun will shine bright during day hours Is your roof strong enough to support the weight of panels Type of panels you would like to install How much of the roof area will be covered by panels Energy Calculation The next step in the installation process is to calculate the amount of electricity you require to meet your household energy needs. This will help you determine the size and number of solar panels required to meet your energy demands. Estimate Your Budget Once you calculate the amount of energy you need to fulfill your daily requirements, it’s time to calculate the budget. Consider maintenance cost, warr...

With attractive Government subsidies, switching to solar is a commendable decision. Going solar saves heavily on electric bills and preserves non-renewable energy sources for future generations. If you are planning to install residential solar panels, knowing the cost of installing solar panels for home is a must. The Solar panel installation cost will vary from one project to another. The installation cost depends upon mainly three factors viz. Project capacity, installation type, panels, inverters and mounting structures, and length of cables. Cost of Residential Solar Installation:   The average installation cost without any Government scheme or subsidy is as follows: 1 KW solar system: ₹70,000 to ₹1,10,000 2 KW solar system: ₹1,40,000 to ₹1,80,000 3 KW solar system: ₹1,80,000 to ₹2,40,000 4 KW solar system: ₹2,40,000 to ₹3,20,000 5 KW solar system: ₹3,00,000 to ₹4,00,000 10 KW solar system: ₹6,00,000 to ₹8,00,000   Points to Remember While Calculating the Installati...

With an increasing demand for solar panels, several queries may pop up in the buyer’s mind like residential solar panel varieties, their features, installation procedures, total expenditure, etc. Solar panels with various types of solar cells vary in their features. However, the right choice of panel depends on factors like budget, roof space, sunlight access, and the required energy efficiency. Keeping in mind a buyer’s journey, this blog aims at detailing the Solar panel types for home use. Polycrystalline Solar Panels The initial solar panels were manufactured using polycrystalline solar cells. Here silicon is heated to give it a rectangular shape and then placed into molds. This is a low-cost process where the silicon waste ratio is very low. One disadvantage of these cells is that they are less heat resistant and less efficient than monocrystalline cells. Monocrystalline Solar Panels This type of solar panel for houses is widely used and is the most efficient of all types. They ar...