Winter is approaching, what can you do for your solar panel

With the temperature gradually lowers, many areas are now entering into autumn or even winter. Therefore, a question then comes: What can owners do for their solar panels when winter approaches? Whether you live in a warmer climate where cold weather is touch and go, or you are used to freezing temperatures all season long, you may wonder what you need to do to prepare your solar system for the winter. There are things you’ll probably want to know. Here are some common subjects that homeowners often have questions about. 

Do solar panels produce less energy during winter months?

The simple answer is that if it’s sunny outside, you’re good to go. Summer isn’t the only season to reap benefits from your solar system. XINPUGUANG solar panels perform well in colder weather and can even generate clean energy on cloudy days. We’re known for having the most efficient panels on the market, which means that XINPUGUANG panels can generate more energy in less space.

Should you remove snow from our solar panel?

There are many resources out there telling homeowners how to maintain their solar system. But when it comes to snow, removing it from your solar panels isn’t usually necessary. In most locations, it will melt off after a reasonable amount of time. Plus, the risk of removing snow is often greater than the reward of the increased production. There are exceptions, however. With cases of very heavy snow where there’s a tendency for it to stay on panels for a month or more, there can be a benefit of hiring a company to come out and remove that snow. Never try to do your own snow removal in these instances – especially if mounted on a roof.

What are some ways to make a home winter ready?

It’s no secret that daylight hours are shorter in the winter. However, it shouldn’t be too much of an issue for your solar system if you are actively trying to conserve energy. To ensure your energy consumption isn’t surpassing your energy production, you should look for ways that you can make your home more efficient, including the following:

·Weatherproofing your home by stopping drafts with doorstoppers, weatherstripping windows and insulating electrical outlets are fairly inexpensive ways to keep out unwanted cold weather.

·Add more insulation if needed. This reduces the amount of energy needed to heat your home.

·Replace windows and doors with versions that are more efficient.

·Install a smart thermostat to help you maintain ideal temperatures when you are home, and more importantly, when you’re away.