Many individuals living in the northeast consider adding solar panels to their homes but end up not doing that because of a fear that panels do not work during the short days of winter. To put it simply, yes, solar panels work during the winter months. Although the panels do work, they do not offer the same energy levels as one would expect during the height of summer. The best solar panel installation Staten Island has to offer can help you decide if going solar is right for you and your home.
The best solar panel installation Staten Island has to offer can withstand anything.
There is a lack of sunlight during December, January, and February. Short days do not leave much time for panels to pull in energy from the sun. Because of these conditions, you may encounter the need to pull energy from the grid. Keeping your panels clear from snow is the best way to ensure that you are getting as many UV rays as possible. Snow acts as a reflective barrier, so sunlight does not penetrate the surface. Even though snow limits production, removing snow can cause more harm. Panels are sensitive, so if hit too hard, they can become damaged. When planning for solar panel installation Staten Island, the panels' location and angles are optimized to catch the most sun. Snow left on these panels often melts quickly.
Solar panels like cold weather and are known to run more efficiently than panels operating during the dead of summer. Because of the increased performance, it is sometimes difficult to notice a loss in energy. A cold panel can move efficiently convert sunlight to power. Just as computers and smartphones function better when not overheating, solar panels run optimally during cold days.
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