How do I install a solar PV system?

The first step in installing a solar PV system is meeting with a qualified solar installer. During this initial consultation, the solar company will: - Assess your energy needs : By reviewing your electricity bills and understanding your consumption patterns, the installer can recommend the right size and capacity of the solar system.

How does a solar panel installation work?

Mounting the panels : The installers will begin by securing mounting brackets to your roof or the ground (if it’s a ground-mounted system). The panels will then be securely attached to these mounts. - Electrical wiring : After the panels are mounted, the electrical wiring will be connected to the inverter and electrical panel in your home.

Where should a solar room be located?

If an east-facing solar room seems to be a good solution to either site or building problems, locate spaces such as kitchens on the east side of the house next to or behind the solar room to take advantage of the morning light and heat.

How does a solar room work?

Many of the most successful solar rooms are separated from the house by a heavy wall that stores the heat. The wall, built of concrete, stone, brick, or adobe, conducts heat (slowly) into the house. At the same time, the wall keeps the solar room cooler during the day and warmer at night.

Can a solar room be used to build a house?

You can build your house compactly and the solar room will provide a feeling of large exterior wall and window area. Growing Plants; some things to remember An important function of some solar rooms is the growing of food-and flowers. Warm soil and sufficient light are critical for successful plant growth.

Can a solar room heat a house?

The excess warmth from such a "solar room" can heat the house immediately, or if mass is added, heat can be stored for later use after the sun sets. Almost always, the solar room is warmer than the outdoor temperature, thus reducing heat loss from the building where the room is attached.