Thinking of Getting Solar Panels on Patio Covers?

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Thinking of Getting Solar Panels on Patio
Covers?
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This would be a great step if taken into
consideration. A patio cover can be an excellent
choice and place for installing solar panels.
These can be integrated directly into the design
of a new patio cover or can even be installed on
the roof of an existing structure. The decision
can prove to be beneficial for you because adding
solar panels on the top of patio covers can
allow to harvest the energy of the Sun and block
it immediately. Patio covers provide protection
in style. So, having a patio cover is no doubt a
boon but if you get a solar panel installed on
it, it definitely becomes a cherry on the cake.
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What is a Solar Patio Cover?
Solar patio covers are part of an emerging
category of solar that uses a structure other
than the roof of your home or business as the
framework for a solar system installation. These
structures are often commonly referred to as
solar pergolas. The majority of small-scale
solar installations go on the roof, but not every
roof is ideal for solar. Luckily, if you have
the right space, there are plenty of other system
designs that you can use for your solar panels.
These include ground-mounted solar systems, solar
carport, and solar trees and now you can add
solar patio covers and solar gazebos to that list.
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What is A Solar Patio Cover or Solar Pergolas?

• Solar patio covers are basically a part of an
  emerging category of solar which uses a structure
  other than the roof of your home or business as
  a framework for solar system installation. These
  structures are often referred to as solar
  pergolas.
• The majority of small-scale solar installations
  go on the roof of a patio cover, but be careful
  while getting it installed because not every
  roof is ideal for solar panels. If you have right
  space, there are plenty of other system designs
  too that you can use for your solar panels. Some
  of the commonly used designs include
  ground-mounted solar systems, solar carport and
  solar trees. Now, you can add solar patio covers
  and solar gazebos to the list too.

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For Freestanding Solar Patio Cover
If you consider building a freestanding solar
patio cover, you should choose the location very
carefully. First of all, the patio cover should
be in an area of your yard so that it is easily
accessible by friends and family. Next, it
should also have Southern Sun exposure to harness
as much energy as possible. Third, you may even
consider sloping the roof of the patio cover. It
will increase the effectiveness of the panel. If
you are planning to install solar panels on an
open patio cover, make sure you use transparent
panels. These panels allow 15 of the sunlight
to filter through.
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Should You Invest in Solar Pergolas?
The answer is yes. Definitely. If you get solar
pergolas installed, you will be able to enjoy
multiple benefits. You will get a sheltered
entertaining or relaxing area at home. These can
generate some or all the energy your home needs
while also creating a beautiful shaded space in
your backyard. Besides providing you extra space,
the solar panels on patio covers also help you in
saving on energy bills. A solar panel pergola or
a patio cover will not only provide you with an
innovative way of harnessing solar energy but
will also enhance the style and appearance of
your home.
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Solar Panel Pergola or Patio Kit
A typical solar pergola kit or patio should
include the following items such as Solar
panels Top slats Support timbers Pillar
posts Installation hardware Additional items
needed for the project are as follows
Inverter Batteries MPPT charge controller
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How To Install Solar Panels on a Pergola or Patio?
To get a solar panel, it is important for you to
first have a patio cover. If you do not have a
patio cover at your home, it is better to get
one first. Contact Stong Build Patio Covers
Vancouver and get the work started. It is
suggested to communicate your requirements to the
team of experts and later get a solar panel that
fits your patio cover. The project may sound as
a hassle in the beginning but it is actually an
opportunity to build a perfect platform for the
solar panels that too at once. After your
structure and solar panel kit is ready, it is the
time to get started with the installation process.
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Choose the Solar Panels that Support Structure
Design
Before you mount your solar panels on your patio
cover, make sure you choose the design of the
support platform. You can even go with an open
or a closed structure. If you go with the latter,
you should be able to view the solar panels from
below. It will not only enhance the aesthetics
but will also make the space more interesting.
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Install the Support Timbers and Determine Your
Modules Direction
If you want to get the most out of your solar
panel cover, you should get it constructed
facing the South. Also, you will have to lift the
support timbers so that the solar panel is able
to tilt at a 3045 degrees angle.
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Install a Slat Below Support Timbers
If you want a closed structure, install a slat
layer below the support timbers so that the solar
panels are not visible from below. Fix Your
Solar Panels Screw the solar panels on the
supporting timber. By this, you must be done with
installation. Solar panels already come with
brackets and screws. These are needed to mount
them. Wire Your Solar Panels This is the last
stage when you are just left with connecting the
solar panels together with other components of
the PV system like MPPT charge controller,
inverter, and even batteries.
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