Solar panel Systems are durable and relatively low-maintenance, but they can experience failures from time to time. Here are some of the most common solar panel repairs and failures:
Symptoms, Reduced energy production, Lower Feed-in-Tariff Payments, No generation at all, Fault Codes on Inverter, Generation Meter Not Working, Fuses Tripping.
Inverter failure: The inverter is a critical component of a solar panel system that converts direct current (DC) electricity from the panels into alternating current (AC) electricity that can be used by your home or business. Inverters can fail for a variety of reasons, including overheating, overloading, and age 7-12 years is normal.
Wiring and connection problems: Loose or damaged wiring can cause a variety of problems, including reduced power output, intermittent outages, and even fire.
Faulty solar panels: Solar panels are made up of individual cells that can become damaged or fail over time. This can be caused by a variety of factors, including hail damage, animal droppings, and manufacturing defects. Faulty panels can reduce the overall power output of your solar panel system.
Dirty or shaded panels: Dirt, pollen, leaves, and other debris can accumulate on solar panels, reducing their efficiency. Shading from trees or other objects can also reduce power output dramatically. Optimisers on your solar panels can reduce this problem.
Animal damage: Animals, such as Birds and rodents, can damage solar panels by chewing on wires or nesting under the panels. This can cause a variety of problems, including reduced power output and fire hazards. Mr Solar Installs Guards around the edge to prevent them getting in to the wiring.
If you are experiencing any problems with your solar panel system, it is important to contact a qualified solar installer or electrician to have the problem diagnosed and repaired.
Whatever the issue Mr Solar can help diagnose and resolve the issue quickly, call 01603 394104, we cover Norfolk and Suffolk. Our testing and inspection services are some of the quickest & the best in the industry with over 10 years experience.
