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How do I install my own solar panel array?

The easiest way to install your own solar panel array is to buy a solar panel kit. The main solar components that come with every solar power system or solar panel kit are: Solar Panels Solar panels convert sunlight into electricity through a process called the photovoltaic effect.

How does the Tesla Solar panel installation process work?

The Tesla solar panel installation process begins with scheduling and preparing for your installation prior to your actual installation day. Once your system design is finalized and we have the necessary approvals to move forward with your project, we will schedule your installation on the first available date.

Do You need A racking system to install solar panels?

Racking is the foundational structure that secures your solar panels in place. So whether you choose a roof mount or ground mount system, you’ll need a racking system to set up your solar array. Racking systems come with mounting rails and flashings to secure the rails to your rooftop or ground mount.

How do you install solar panels on a roof?

Here’s a quick overview of the solar installation process: For roof-mount kits, the first step is to mark the location of your roof rafters. These support beams will act as the foundation for your solar array. If your rafters aren’t visible from the outside, you can buy a stud finder or measure their location from the inside of your attic.

How long does it take to install a solar racking system?

SolarTown offers all the necessary clamps or cap strips to support your installation. The installation of your solar energy system for your home is going to take 1 or 2 days and you will enjoy solar energy for 25 years or more. But you need to put in the time to design your system, and the solar racking is a critical component of your system.

Can a pole-mounted solar panel be used with a solar tracking system?

Pole-mounted solar panels can also be used with a solar tracking system. These solar tracking systems adjust the direction of a solar array according to the position of the sun — they help keep panels perpendicular to the sun so that more sunlight can make contact with the surface of the panels.