For one to make a choice of solar panels, several factors need to be considered. Most of these affect both the buyer and the supplier, as both parties are involved in the successful purchase of the panels. These are the factors that influence the decision-making process and the coming up with a plan like a cost, budget, brand, reliability, and reputation of the seller, etc.
However, there could be some additional factors especially when it comes to the online market. With the internet housing all and sundry to market their products, there is a possibility of fraudulent suppliers out there. You need to put the following factors into consideration for both your safety and the value of the services.
Energy consumption
You have to consider your level of energy consumption before making the purchase. There are three steps in doing this:
– One, list all the electronic appliances that you will have to use with solar energy.
– Secondly, calculate the number of watt components that are likely to be used. This information is often contained in the appliances’ instruction manual. If you cannot find it there, use a standard handheld multimeter to calculate the actual usage. To get accurate results, ensure the probes are put in the right socket and the multimeter set to AMPs or DC Current. The multimeter should be connected to the circuit. Calculate by multiplying volts by Amps.
– Lastly, add up the number of watts used by the appliance to get the total.
With this, you can easily determine how much energy you are likely to consume for all your appliances. This way, it will be easier for you to choose reliable and efficient solar panels.
Certification of the panel
Solar panels provide solutions to the electric problems people are facing. Hence, it is possible to find fake solar panels in the market. When buying one, ensure that it is certified and the seller is licensed to do so. This way, it will be possible to evade fraudulent sellers.
A complete solar panel system comes with other accessories necessary for making it complete. Some of these accessories include an inverter, charger controller, balance of the system such as cables, protection, and mounting structures. These ensure alternate energy is produced optimally.
Reputation
Every reliable supplier has a good reputation. You must consider a company’s performance in the market before putting on your money. Check the various services offered, other than the sale of solar panels.
To get a wind of their reputation, you can ask around from peers, or check from their website. Online reputation is, majorly dependent on the rating, reviews, and feedback given by clients. If it is positive then they could be reliable, if not, check what could have caused the negative feedback and find out how the company handled it.
Price
Lastly, consider the price of the solar panel. The online market offers you a good opportunity to compare prices from various companies then choose the best. Remember, this may largely depend on the solar brand, type, and size.
Conclusion
So much has to be done before settling for a solar panel. Consider the above-mentioned factors and ensure you get the best panels. They should come along with a warranty, good prices, and the ability to satisfy your needs.
