Advantages & Disadvantages of Solar Power

Installing solar power for your home has a lot of advantage especially in this part of the world where we have plenty of sunlight. There are also disadvantages as well. 

One thing you can’t run away from is the fact that no technology is full proof and you must encounter some few challenges though it doesn’t in no way stop you from installing your solar power system and enjoy the benefits accruing from using it.

Advantages

Reliability: This feature of a solar power system is something you we can’t over emphasize. Solar power systems are so rugged that they can withstand severe weather conditions basically because of the type of materials used in assembling them. Solar power system are so reliable that you can’t have unexpected power outage as you do when connected to the grid. If you operate a business that needs continuous power like manufacturing and banking operations then your solution is to go solar.

 Durability: The unique selling point of a solar system is its durability. Most Solar panels are built in such a way that they can last for 25 years. That underscores the need for you to employ the need of an expert before you decide to buy your solar panels. Most reputable solar manufacturers provide a guarantee of 25 years for their products. Make sure you don’t get defrauded by your technicians by purchasing low standard panels for you as they would not give you the expected results.

Maintenance Cost: The low cost of maintenance is also one area that makes solar the best form of energy to power your home. It doesn’t require you to buy replaceable parts or engine oil. All you need to maintain the solar modules is periodic cleaning of the surface to ward of dust particles that might prevent it from getting full power from the sun. Speaking of fuel, there are no fuel costs associated with solar power systems because no fuel is required to power them. Which means no need to purchase, store, or transport fuel to ensure power production? 


Sound Pollution Reduction over other systems as they operate silently with minimal moving parts. Except you are told a house is powered by solar power you would not know as it works really silent.

Modular nature of the solar systems makes them very flexible when it comes to system expansion. What this means is that you don’t need to have $10,000 to finance your home solar system. You can start work with what is affordable and gradually upgrade with time. You can upgrade your existing solar system by adding more solar panels and battery for your storage.  

Safety: Because they don’t use fossil fuel like petrol it makes it really safe to manage and have them around your home. The issuing of having to store gallons of petrol somewhere is not there at all because the solar power is derived from energy from the sun.

Disadvantages

So while solar power has its advantages it also presents its own issues.  

Cost Factor: The major problem most persons have with solar is the cost implication involved in installing a solar system. However the cost involved in the initial stage is nothing compared to what can be expended in alternative energy like generators that uses petrol or diesel as the case maybe. So you look at the cost of fuel today maybe many will consider switching to solar.

Non Availability of Sunlight: The availability of sunlight to charge the solar system is a big cause for concern to people living in regions that is cloudy. Because there is not enough sunlight the solar panels will not get sufficient power to charge the batteries and as a result efficiency will be questioned.

Lastly there is a dearth of awareness for solar power. Because there is no much awareness a lot of persons believe that you must be affluent to afford solar power. This lack of knowledge has contributed to the slow growth in market solar.