10 Common Problems with Solar Panels and How to Fix Them
From houses to cars: you wouldn’t expect to make a long-term investment and never bump into any kind of problems, right? It’s the same with solar panels. They’re a valuable and sustainable choice that will last you for 25-30 years, but you’ll probably need to factor in some bumps in the road at some point. … Continued
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Protecting Your Solar Panels from Pigeons: Best Practices
If someone told you to picture a dangerous bird, we doubt you’d think of pigeons. When you own some solar panels, however, that’s exactly what they are! Pigeons and even smaller birds can cause trouble that’ll cost you a lot of money and create more problems later down the line. So, to avoid this unpleasant … Continued
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How to Protect Solar Panels from Bad Weather: Safety Measures
Solar panels are entirely waterproof and designed to withstand most weather conditions for decades. Extreme weather events, however, can cause problems. Not only will they make your energy system less efficient. They can create actual hazards and threaten their structural integrity. So, better safe than sorry! Here are some safety measures you should consider to … Continued
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Ultimate Guide to Bird-Proofing Solar Panels
To you, solar panels are a valuable investment and power source. Unfortunately, for pigeons and other feathery vermin, they’re the perfect nesting place… and this is a recipe for headaches and hazards! So, if you don’t bird-proof your solar panels, it could end up costing you a lot more money, time and energy later down … Continued
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Bird Mess: A Roofs Worst Nightmare
It’s no secret that many birds prefer to roost on rooftops. But what you might not know is just how messy this can be for homeowners! Bird droppings are acidic and corrosive, meaning they can eat away at the surface of your roofing materials over time. And this isn’t only an aesthetic problem; bird droppings … Continued
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