Solar Energy For Your Home

There are two main types of solar panels: monocrystalline and polycrystalline. Monocrystalline panels offer several key advantages over polycrystalline:

• Made from a single silicon crystal, while polycrystalline panels use melted silicon fragments.
• Higher energy efficiency.
• Better overall performance.
• Sleeker, more appealing appearance.

Although monocrystalline panels are more expensive, their superior quality justifies the higher price.

The industry average for solar panel efficiency ranges from 16% to 18%. Panels with lower efficiency may not be the best choice.

Reputable brands offer panels with efficiencies starting at 20%. We partner with trusted brands, including:

• REC
• Q CELLS
• Canadian Solar
• Mission Solar

Solar panels come with two types of warranties: one for the panel itself and another for its energy production. Trusted brands typically offer warranties of 20 to 25 years on both. If your panel generates less energy than promised, the warranty ensures it will be replaced.

The degradation rate indicates how much a solar panel's performance declines each year. According to the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), solar panels typically lose about 0.5% of their efficiency annually. Initially operating at 99% capacity, they drop to 98.05% after the first year, and after 25 years, their efficiency is around 84-85%.

REC panels degrade more slowly, retaining 92% efficiency after 25 years, positioning them as premium options.

Although premium panels have a higher upfront cost compared to standard options, they offer greater long-term savings due to their superior efficiency, durability, and reliability. Investing in premium panels can lower energy bills over time and reduce maintenance costs, making them a smart choice for sustainable energy solutions.