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As it stands, we're not yet at the point where solar power is even remotely affordable for most people. Solar panels are still very expensive to manufacture and install, and produce only a fraction of the average household's power needs.

Yes. Going solar is a financial decision with both environmental and economic benefits. You can see the monetary savings in your electric bill every month and receive state tax credits or federal tax credits for conservation-oriented home improvements, such as energy-efficient windows or solar panels.

Yes, you can get electrocuted if you touch the panels while they are wet. You should never try cleaning solar panels without a grounding cord and gloves for insulation. The general rule is, don't touch anything electrical when it's wet or damp!

Solar panels should be cleaned in order to work as efficiently as possible. This is true for any electronics, but solar panels need extreme cleaning from the environment that they are so exposed to. Dirt and oil will reduce the amount of power generated by a solar panel by 20%.

People keep their solar panels by either washing or spraying with tap water, using dishwashing liquid to scrub the panels and then rinsing them. Solar panel companies spray under-eave areas with a hose to clean them, scrub up the grime from roofs, and generally remove any moss.

It's not a secret that solar panels save money. What may be less obvious is how well they do it. The average American household pays around $700 per year on their electric bill. This works out to $5600 each year based on the standard 30 day month, assuming an annual ciculation rate of 360 days per annum. Switching to a solar company could lower your overhead by $5600 just from electricity alone!

Installing solar panels on an old roof will usually result in the roof leaking, causing damage, and making solar power unusable. So, no, you do not need to replace your roof before installing solar. However, Solar Panel Solar energy company can help you determine if it's necessary to install a new roof first (before having them installed).

Solar Panel can provide power to your home or business during a blackout- even a solar panel blackout.

Cold weather lowers power production and increases the possibility of snow accumulating on solar panels, which is a waste because it will lower the efficiency. Snow can create shade or cover vegetation needed to cool nearby equipment, so be careful about what area is available for your solar installation.

Yes. With a solar panel installation, you will continue to produce energy and be charged for it as well.

Solar panel production can be affected by a few things, including cloud coverage and shading. However, solar panels are able to produce power in only one direction - from the sun. So if you have trees in front of your solar panels that obstruct them from producing power, they will not turn on when the sun goes down or when you wake up in the morning.

There are a few things you can look for to ensure that you are getting a high-quality solar panel. The solar panel should have a good warranty, it should be certified by an independent organization, and it should have a high efficiency rating.

O'Hara Solar panels do not require any servicing. With proper installation and maintenance, your solar panel system will provide you with years of clean, renewable energy.

No, solar panels don't make global warming worse by storing heat. Solar panels work by converting sunlight into electricity, which doesn't create any heat. In fact, they can actually help to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by displacing the use of traditional energy sources like coal and oil.

There are a lot of factors to consider when making the decision between buying and leasing solar panels. To help you make the best decision for your home, business, or organization, our team at O'Hara Solar has put together this guide on the pros and cons of each option.

Solar panels have come a long way in terms of efficiency, however they are still not as efficient as we would like them to be. This is mainly due to the cost and availability of materials used in the manufacturing process. However, solar panel technology is constantly improving, and with new advances in material science and engineering, we can expect solar panel efficiency to continue to increase in the years to come.

Yes! Solar panels can save you a lot of money in the long run.

There is a small risk of flexible solar panels overheating, but it's nothing to worry about. Manufacturers like O'Hara Solar take precautions to ensure that this doesn't happen.

Rain can impact solar panels in a few ways. The most common issue is when rain droplets form on the surface of the panel and create a short circuit, which decreases the amount of power produced. In cases of heavy rainfall, flooding can also occur, which can damage or completely submerge the panels.

The main reason that solar panels are still relatively expensive is because of the cost of production. It takes a lot of time and money to create a solar panel, and until those costs come down, they’re always going to be on the pricey side.

While the process of recycling solar panels isn't always straightforward, it is possible. Solar panels can be recycled because they are made of silicon, a material that can be broken down and reused.

They can be! O'Hara Solar is a leading provider of sustainable power solutions to home owners and businesses. We offer an array of solar, wind and storage technologies that can be configured for any project - large or small. Our goal is to offer the most affordable clean energy solution on the market for retail customers through quality products, fast lead-times and top customer service.

Yes. Overseas solar pool heats accounts for 10% of the total energy generated in Australia and is eligible for a $600 credit under the renewable energy power legislation. Further, the use of O'Hara Solar pool heating helps to reduce your carbon footprint by tackling one cause of man-made climate change--global warming.

Yes, solar panels are reliable. At O'Hara Solar, we design and install some of the most reliable and durable solar systems in the country. Our products are made to withstand even the harshest weather conditions, and our team of experienced professionals is dedicated to providing you with quality service every step of the way. Contact us today to learn more about our solar panels and how they can help you save money on your energy bill!

Yes! Solar panels are a great investment for homeowners. Not only do they help you save money on your energy bill, but they also increase the value of your home. Plus, solar panels are a renewable resource, so you can feel good about making a sustainable choice for your home.

We at O'Hara Solar found the question to be a very intriguing one. For years we have been indoctrinated to believe that solar panels were so expensive, and only rich people could afford them, but through researching and learning about residential solar power we learned how wrong this belief is.

Solar energy is the answer to high electricity rates for homes across the country. Homeowners are taking advantage of O'Hara Solar's low-costs, fixed-rate financing, and membership program which makes solar affordable, simple, and convenient.

Residential solar panels weigh about 100 pounds, give or take a few depending on the size and brand of the panels. Solar companies like O'Hara Solar can help you determine how many solar panels your home will need to achieve your desired electricity output.

You bet! Residential solar panels can be depreciated. It's important to get a system that is efficient and brand-name, like O'Hara Solar, because these systems produce more power. And any business' goal should be to maximize annual cash flow in order to stay in business and grow for the long term.

A residential solar system usually consists of panels that are mounted on the roof of a home. The panels convert sunlight into electricity, which is then sent to a home's electrical panel and used to power appliances and other devices.

There is no simple answer to this question. The value of solar panels depends on a number of factors, including the size and type of system, the amount of sunlight available in your area, your energy usage, and even the state you live in.

O'Hara Solar is a leader in solar energy for commercial units. They have the highest-performing and lowest-priced products on the market, and they offer great after sale service at competitive pricing.

O'Hara Solar is a start-up company that aims to manufacture an affordable, clean energy alternative. By optimizing for higher efficiencies and lower production costs, they hope to provide solar at rates that are cost-competitive with traditional fossil fuel power generation.

O'Hara Solar manufactures state-of-the art solar panels using high quality polycrystalline silicon. Our panels are the most efficient on the market, generating more than 20% efficiency for each cell. You can find these panels in either 6kW or 10kW power specification.

Solar panels reduce your dependence upon the power grid, the cost of purchasing electricity from utility companies. With solar panels installed on your roof, you are no longer bothered with the fluctuating rates. They benefit everyone whether you take energy produced by others or produce it yourself.

O'HARA solar panels are the only panels that have been engineered specifically for commercial installation which can produce high quantities of power reliably and safely more than 25 years.

A quality installation should have a probe or other instrument in the ground to monitor soil temperature and moisture content. Once the thermal mass of the system is known, it can be covered with a thin layer of gravel before the frames are installed.

The most common angle at which sunlight hits a surface is known as the nominal latitude. Due to the variation in solar radiation at different latitudes, higher efficiency can be attained by providing panels with an appropriate means of orientation relative to the incident solar irradiation.

High-efficiency solar panels absorb energy from sunlight, and transform it into electricity. Electricity flows down a heavy-duty electrical cable that's connected to the building. The builder installs conduit wiring from the home’s electrical panel to the output of the inverter at the solar system site. That way, surplus electricity can also get used inside your home even when it’s cloudy outside or at night.

Yes! If you're reasonably handy with electrical wiring, you can install solar panels with contractors like O'Hara Solar.

For the simplest solar panel installation, while you may have to clean panels from time to time for a dirty buildup or bird droppings, you should never need to replace them.

Yes, solar panels can save money and it doesn't take long for them to start paying off.

The size of a solar panel is not uniform, but typically it ranges from 10 - 15 square meters.

Yes, solar panels work on cloudy days and this is actually a desired setup for those who live in cloudy areas. Solar roofs are more effective than regular ones as they contain more cells than regular rooftops.

Yes. The benefits of installing solar panels are many. You'll save on utility bills, know how much electricity you're using in the house, and create savings for your heirs. But furthermore, not only do these help your home value, but it is also environmentally friendly too!

Assuming you plan to power your house entirely with solar panels (a fairly ambitious goal), the answer would depend on many factors, like location and your desired energy efficiency. However, given this information, a rough estimate is about 16 solar panels for a median-sized American home.

One of the best ways to clean solar panels is with a solar roofing system. These systems can be installed and customized for different types of roofs and for any level of shade. They remove impurities like algae, moss, mold, and oil from your panels by trapping them in granules without damaging the surface of your panels!

Solar panels work by generating electricity out of sunlight. The process is actually not that complicated, but it's important to understand the generation of solar power in order to see how it can be used.

It depends on how much you want to generate electricity. For home usage, it's usually 10-20 panels per house. Solar roofing options are the best option if you have a large roof to provide enough power for your home needs.

Solar panels do not require any maintenance other than a thorough upkeep of the roof they are being mounted on. This means that once your solar installation is finished, it should last for decades without needing any other type of service.

The short and easy answer is that solar panels are currently worth it for most people in the US.

It depends on the size and scope of the installation. At O'Hara Solar, we pride ourselves on offering affordable solar solutions for homes and businesses of all sizes. Contact us today for a free consultation to see how much you could save with solar!

It depends on the size of the panel, but this is a good question. I'd recommend contacting O'Hara Solar about that. They're solar panels specialists, and their products are designed for commercial use.

Commercial solar panels are advanced pieces of technology that convert sunlight to electrical energy, which is then stored in batteries for use at night. They make it possible for buildings to use this free and continuous supply of energy without diminishing the environment.

The benefit of commercial solar panels from O'Hara Solar is the ease of installation. All components for a complete system are packaged in a single box, shipped with everything needed to install it on most roofs.

Commercial solar panels are guaranteed to last 25 years. However, at O'Hara Solar Solutions we ensure that our commercial solar panels will last decades longer than that by applying a sealant to protect them.

Because they are most efficient. The rectangles have the highest energy efficiency for solar panels, so it very common for commercial systems. This is because the solar cells are all oriented in one direction instead of multiple different directions which lessens sun-shading issues that negatively affect performance.

O'Hara Solar's residential solar panels range in size from one to four kilowatts.

O'Hara Solar has recently made residential solar easy for anyone to adopt. They provide an interactive map that shows your home's exposure to the sun so you can find the best locations for panels.

Most companies are supportive of residential solar power as this is a renewable energy that not only saves money on fuel cost, but also cuts down on pollution.

The advantages are that solar panels emit no pollutants, which means they're completely clean and green. They can produce enough energy to power your household during peak demand times without having any impact on the quality of life or cleanliness of the planet. They have a low running cost, almost nil maintenance costs, and will even generate income by selling electricity back to utility companies at certain conditions including high power prices--meaning you could enjoy both lower electricity bills and regular payments from utilities that seek to use alternative power sources! The disadvantages are that they might not do anything for you if the area where you live is cloudy or receives very little sun throughout the year.

Solar panels require maintenance and it all depends on the type and size of installation. O'Hara Solar offers residential solar panel systems for a variety of sizes, and we believe that estimation is key when determining your system's electrical load.

Solar panels work by absorbing sunlight. Due to the ice that accumulates on solar panels, they are not able to maximize their storage abilities. However, snow can actually help some solar panel installations by reflecting more heat back into the atmosphere and therefore producing electricity.

Yes. Solar panels typically do not stop generating electricity unless they're covered by weather, a tree branch, or a building.

One of the biggest problems with solar panels is their durability. Most solar cells are encapsulated in silicon, but even a low-power microscopic scratch or nick can completely tear apart the thin electrical wires that try to get electricity out.