Everything You Need to Know About Solar Panel
When we talk about solar panel roofs, we usually picture traditional solar panels mounted on the roof, capturing sunlight through photovoltaic cells
If you're considering installing a residential or commercial solar panel system, you might wonder if your roof type is appropriate for a solar installation. The good news is that solar panels can be installed on just about any roof type, but the installation process and mounting hardware might vary from material to material.
The rooftop of a farm building can be an ideal location for a solar installation (Figure 1). Rooftops have large surface areas with few obstructions, and the landowner typically has control over objects that might shade the solar modules over the life of the installation.
In addition, solar panel systems can be installed on a place where is not shaded, but solar shingles cannot avoid that if your house is surrounded by some tall trees. Shading is an important factor to consider when you choose between the two solar panel roof types.
Asphalt is perhaps the most popular roof material – as such, asphalt shingle solar panel installations are common and straightforward. Installers will drill studs into your roof and attach panel mounts at those locations.
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