Solar panels require little maintenance; rain usually washes them clean. However, a little attention keeps your yield optimal and prevents a fault from costing you money unnoticed.
- Solar panels are low-maintenance
- Monitoring quickly identifies yield loss
- Occasional cleaning helps during dry spells
- Check the inverter and cabling periodically
Cleaning: when is it necessary
In most cases, rain keeps your panels clean. During prolonged dry weather, or in the presence of dust, leaves, or bird droppings, cleaning can noticeably improve yield. Do this safely, or leave it to us.
Monitoring and inspection
With monitoring you can see immediately if your panels are performing as they should. A drop in performance may indicate dirt, shade, or an inverter fault. Having the inverter and cabling checked periodically prevents surprises.
Arranged with a maintenance contract
Would you prefer not to worry about it? With a maintenance contract we automatically schedule inspection and checks, so your yield remains at the right level.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to clean my solar panels?
Usually not, rain does the work. In the case of stubborn dirt or little rain, cleaning can increase the yield.
How long do solar panels last?
Panels have an indicative lifespan of 25 years or more. The inverter has a shorter lifespan and may need to be replaced in the meantime.
Curious about what this means for your home?
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