If you want your solar panels to work efficiently then you must make sure they are well kept. The more light a solar panel gains the more power it will create. Solar panels gather a lot of dust, dirt and over time will build up therefore it is recommended to hire a professional to help clean and gain the maximum benefits from your investment.
Can Rainwater Fully Clean Your Solar Panels?
No. Sure it may clean of some dust but just like how car windows are not fully cleaned by rainwater, the same applies to solar panels. Therefore, only relying on rainwater could in fact cause an adverse effect meaning you are not gaining the utmost that you could be.
How To Check
The first obvious way is to regularly look to see if you notice any dirt. As easy as it is to keep it in the back of you mind, it is very important not to leave it till the last minute. Another way to check, is to use a solar monitoring system which will monitor how well the solar panel is performing.
Appearance
First impression counts, so whether it be your home or a business, no one was unclean solar panels to look at. Businesses with dirty solar panels will immediately make a bad impression which is the last thing you’d want.
Safety First
As risky as it is for someone who isn’t trained with cleaning solar panels, it is highly recommended to hire help. With all the equipment, safety issues, knowledge and experience from a professional you’ll know for sure that you would be gaining the most from your solar panels. Plus, cleaning solar panels can be time consuming, after all it’s not the easiest job to get done appropriately!
