Category: Solar 101
How many solar panels are needed to power a house? The simple answer would be that an average home needs between 20 and 24 solar panels to be fully powered by solar. However, you’ll want to get the final answer from a specialist using all the factors specific to your home. Its important to note…
If you’re unsure about how much you’re paying for your electricity, learn how to read an electricity bill. It’s an important part of everyday life and can help you understand your energy usage. And if you’ve been twiddling your thumbs over the decision to go solar, understanding your bill can help you understand your home…
How do solar panels work? Well, solar panels take sunlight and turn it into reliable energy for your home. But are you wondering about the nitty gritty? From calculating peak sun hours to understanding inverters, let’s answer some tough questions and break down how solar panels churn out solar energy. How do solar panels work?…
When it comes to solar energy, one very hot topic is: Do solar panels get hot? This question could be on your mind if you worry that your solar panel system might not hold up during the summer heat or if you live in a climate that’s warm year round. Keep in mind that solar…
If you’ve been considering solar panels, but still have doubts because you live in an area that isn’t sunny all the time, you may be wondering, “do solar panels work on cloudy days?” The answer is yes, and we’re about to find out why. Ever been outside on an overcast day only to receive a…
There’s more to going solar than the panels on your roof. After all, this technology is as advanced as it gets — down to the most efficient solar panel micro inverters in your installation. When you go solar with ADT Solar, you know that you’re getting equipment that leads the industry in quality and capability.…
There are two main different types of solar panels, monocrystalline vs polycrystalline. But what do those words mean to you? All solar panels are made up of silicon solar cells. Those cells are made from silicon crystals. The silicon is made when a silicon ‘seed’ is placed in a vat of molten silicon. The difference…
