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Solar panels help homeowners save money on electric bills by using clean, renewable energy. However, not all solar panels are created equal. If you are considering switching your business or home’s energy to solar, understanding solar panel efficiency in Lehi can help you know what to look for.
Before diving into the efficiency of solar panels, it’s important to understand how solar panels convert solar power into electricity. Basically, each solar panel comprises multiple solar cells or photovoltaic (PV) cells. Semiconducting silicon layers in the cells produce an electrical current.
When sunlight hits the panels, the PV cells absorb the solar energy. The solar energy is absorbed into the electric current of the cells, and then converted from a direct current (DC) into an alternating current (AC), becoming electricity that can be used within any home or business.
Solar panel efficiency determines how much sunlight your solar panels can convert into energy for your home. On average, solar panels can convert around 15% to 22% of solar energy into electricity. So if a solar panel has 18% efficiency, the system is converting 18% of the sunshine hitting its solar cells into energy that can be used by the home or business it powers. We’ve listed a few key factors that help determine solar panel performance.
Proper installation of solar panels is essential for efficiency. It's important to consider climate conditions when determining solar panels' inclination, orientation, and latitude. That way, the system can receive the greatest amount of solar radiation possible for a long enough time to maximize energy production.
The actual design of your home's solar panels is important because the material and wiring of a high–quality solar system can determine performance and longevity. Solar panels from SunPower by Custom Energy can hold up to 55% more energy than other system options, maximizing your home's system efficiency and savings.
Temperature plays a significant role in solar panel efficiency. Although it may come as a surprise, low temperatures are ideal for maximum efficiency. Higher temperatures can decrease the voltage between solar cells, resulting in a lower performance rate and possibly damaging the cells over time.
While solar panels are designed to be durable, they require regular maintenance to ensure the system is functioning at its fullest capacity. Making frequent physical inspections can help solar panels absorb light effectively. At SunPower by Custom Energy, we continue to monitor your system's efficiency after installation. We're always available to assist with any maintenance problems that might occur over time.
At SunPower by Custom Energy, we pride ourselves on the unrivaled performance of our state–of–the–art solar panels. Our system features the most efficient solar panels on the market, using technology optimized for power conversion and durability. More power means more savings, so you can start saving money the day you switch to SunPower by Custom Energy solar.
SunPower by Custom Energy changes the lives and homes of Lehi residents each day. With our industry–leading technology, the transition to solar energy is painless, and the savings are priceless. Let us introduce you to an efficient and durable renewable energy solution that you can rely on.
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Panels warranted at an industry-best 92% power in year 25
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25 years for everything on your roof (including panels, microinverters and mounting)
10 years for everything not on your roof (including monitoring hardware and storage)
Get peace of mind with the only home solar warranty to cover your whole system (not just the panels), so you never have to wonder which company you can depend on.
Not only does SunPower offer the most complete system warranty for solar in Lehi, there are even more reasons SunPower by Custom Energy is the best solar company in Lehi.
SunPower is the solar provider of choice for the world’s leading organizations and discerning homeowners. SunPower by Custom Energy is proud to bring this same solar provider of choice to the local residents of Lehi as the top Master dealer of SunPower in Lehi!
Better Business Bureau*
Five-star reviews on ConsumerAffairs*
U.S. government installations
With SunPower® solar on their homes
*As of November 2020.