Solar cells can be used to directly convert sunlight into electricity, making the home owners more energy independent. Most commonly, solar cells in homes are used through the installation of solar panels.
Solar panels can collect sunlight during the day and transform it into energy. The stored energy can be used to supply power to the home by heating water and producing electricity. Although installing the solar panels can be simple, but it can be physically demanding.
1. First of all, you need to purchase a solar panel mounting kit. Usually, kits contain the same types of materials, such as solar panels, mounts, hardware, an inverter, and a voltage gauge. You can purchase the kits at any home improvement store.
2. Using a stud finder, locate all the roof rafters. Make a straight line over the rafter locations using a chalk box. This will help you to make a nicely designed array of panels.
3. Pre-drill the solar panel mounts to make sure that the rafters do not break up while you are the installing them.
4. Using the stainless steel lag bolts included in the mounting kit, fasten the mounts to the roof.
5. Using 3/8″ stainless steel bolts and brackets included in the mounting kit, attach the solar panels to the mounts. Keep in mind that the bolt size may vary depending on the brand of solar panel.
6. Attach the panels to an inverter using an electrical tool.
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