Photovoltaic panel maintenance
Why maintain your solar panels?
Regular maintenance of solar panels is an essential element for owners of solar installations and is necessary to ensure their optimal operation and durability. A well-maintained solar installation can produce up to 25% more energy than one that is neglected, meaning homeowners can save money on their energy bills. What’s more, maintaining solar panels reduces the risk of malfunctions and damage that could lead to significant repair costs and lost production.
How often should we clean your solar panels?
The frequency with which solar panels need to be maintained depends mainly on the environment in which they are installed. Photovoltaic panels installed by the sea, near resinous trees or exposed to urban pollution require more maintenance.
Fine particles are known to reduce the yield of solar panels. In agricultural areas of Switzerland, pollen and dust from ploughing also tend to dirty photovoltaic panels, reducing their productivity.
If your solar panels are located by the sea, the sand and salt carried by the wind will be deposited on your installation, requiring the panels to be cleaned more frequently. A solar farm, a floating installation or a car port requires more maintenance than a solar panel on a private residence, which is why it is important to entrust such work to a professional.
Maintaining your solar panels
While cleaning your solar panels is an excellent way of conserving your electricity output, it’s also essential to maintain your solar array. To do this, you also need to check your inverter from time to time.
The solar inverter is a fragile element that can be damaged. It is the key to the operation of your solar panel. That’s why regular checks are essential. Dusting it at least once a year will extend its lifespan.
As well as the inverter, it’s also important to check the integrity of your photovoltaic modules. If there are any cracks or marks, you’ll need to call in a professional.
Read the article on the cost of maintaining a solar panel
Why entrust the maintenance of a solar panel to a professional?
Calling in a professional can prevent damage to your system and avoid the risk of accidents. Cleaning solar panels is a task that requires expertise and the right equipment to preserve the integrity of the photovoltaic modules. Depending on the surface area to be covered, you’ll need the very latest cleaning equipment, including dedicated robots. Solarnet is an expert in solar panel cleaning, and can provide services throughout French-speaking Switzerland, in the Canton of Vaud, Lausanne, Geneva and Fribourg. Do you have a need or a project? Contact us now.