How to Set Up Cheap Solar Cells
Install solar cells – also known as panels – and not only will you reduce your carbon footprint, you will also cut down on your energy costs, putting money back into your wallet. Often costly, setting up solar panels can deter one from taking that initial step.
Things You Will Need:
- Solar panels
- Mounting software
- Lag bolts
- Roofing nails
- Conduit
- Electric drill
Instructions
- Locate inexpensive solar panels. Search for local solar panel rebates issued by the government, specific to your area of residence. The government has introduced rebate programs in various states. Homeowners utilizing these rebates receive reimbursement for the solar power they have set up. Certain rebates offer free installation. Aside from researching government-issued rebates, look for used solar panels with a little bit of online research. Refurbished panels should exhibit minute wear and tear. Therefore, conduct a careful examination prior to your purchase. Small repairs fair your checkbook far better when compared to larger ones.
- Absorb all the information you can on how to self-install your solar panels. Installing panels yourself saves money from having to hire a professional to do the work.
- Decide which area of the roof you will want to install the panels. Select an area that receives year-round sun exposure as well as a location ideal for panel installation.
- Prepare your work area. Using a stud finder, trace the position of the roof’s rafters. Employ twine to mark the placement of the rafters; this tool will help you secure the panels to the rafters.
- Pre-drill holes on said rafters, doing so with a pilot bit secured to an electric drill. Solar panel packages should come with mounting software. Secure such mounts with steel lag bolts into the pre-drilled and existing holes for minimal movement.
- Attach rails with 3/8-inch lag bolts to the secured mounts.
- Use roofing nails to install the solar panels.
- Route a conduit to the outer panels from your home’s inverter, then connect the home’s power grid to the inverter. The inverter acts to convert the panel-produced current into a current used by household appliances and other items.