There are many factors to consider when adding solar panels to an existing system. These factors include the space required, the size and energy production. You might also need additional permits from your municipality. These are questions you should ask your solar installer.
Space
If you're considering adding solar panels to your existing system, the first thing you should know is what kind of space you have available. It is possible to add solar panels into your existing system. This will allow you to boost your power production. It is important to make sure the panels are compatible with your system.
The amount of solar panels you wish to install depends on the size and type of system. To add three kWs to your system, you'll need at minimum 15 square feet. You could use this space to add a balcony, an addition, or a garage. You should consider how you will use the extra energy.
Inverter size
It is crucial to choose the right size inverter when adding solar panels onto an existing system. The wrong size can have negative consequences, such as reduced peak output. Inverters that are too small will slow down in their output and cause them to shut down less frequently in the afternoon.
Inverters must be equal in size to solar panels. An array that is too large will improve its efficiency, allowing it to gather more energy every day.
Energy production
It's possible to expand energy production by adding solar panels to an existing system, but there are some things you should consider before making the decision. To ensure you get the best return on your investment, determine how many panels you will need and how much energy you require. It's best not to add too many panels, because you may only use some of them. Before you make this decision, consider the size of your roof as well as your budget.
If you've already installed a solar system, you may not have access to the generous state solar feed-in tariff, but you can still add more panels to your system. It is possible to expand your system by adding solar panels and the battery bank together.
How to reduce your electricity bills
Solar panels can be added to existing systems to help you save money on electricity. Solar energy can be used to produce energy and then store it in a bank. Your location and household electricity demand will impact the savings. Homes with more gas appliances will generally use less electricity than those with predominantly electric appliances. There are many factors that can affect your savings potential, such as how much sunlight you get, how many solar panel systems you choose to install, and how much labor you have to pay.
Solar energy can lower your electricity bills but it is only possible to use it during daylight hours. Solar panels that are exposed to the sun all day will produce more electricity than what you use. Your bill will reflect the difference and you'll be issued credits for excess electricity from your solar panels. These credits can last up to 12 month.
Assessing your energy consumption
Assessing your energy use is one of the most important steps before adding solar panels to your current system. It will help determine how much power you really need. You will need to ask a few questions during the assessment. You will be looking at your electric utility bill. This will show you how many kWh per day you are using on average.
It is important to determine how much energy you consume each day before adding solar panels to an existing system. Most solar energy will produce excess electricity which you can store in batteries and then send back to the grid. You will be a net customer, meaning that you pay for the electricity that you produce and not what you use.