{"id":3147,"date":"2022-10-27T05:55:58","date_gmt":"2022-10-27T05:55:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ledask.com\/?p=3147"},"modified":"2022-10-31T02:41:16","modified_gmt":"2022-10-31T02:41:16","slug":"add-solar-panels-to-existing-system","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ledask.com\/add-solar-panels-to-existing-system\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Add More Solar Panel To Your Existing System"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
As a form of green energy, solar power goes a long way in reducing your household’s carbon footprint. As Solar Photovoltaic panels become cheaper<\/a> (70% price reduction since 2014), you should add solar panels to existing system<\/strong>. This blog will answer whether it is possible to do so and how.<\/p>\n\n\n You can add solar panels to an existing power system. This extra power may come in handy, especially if you’re planning on increasing the power consumption in your home. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Solar panels contain PhotoVoltaic Cells that convert sunlight into Direct Current (DC). You can connect all your solar panels in your home to an inverter<\/a> that converts DC into Alternative Current(AC). This current is compatible with most home appliances’ energy and the national grid use. So it’s possible to add as many solar panels as your power consumption requires, provided that your inverter can handle the generated energy.<\/p>\n\n\n You have several options for adding solar panels to existing systems. Each method has its pros and cons. Therefore, it is up to you to decide which best suits your current need.<\/p>\n\n\n The easiest way to increase your solar power output is simply adding more solar panels on the same inverter. To do this, you ought to know the total output of all the solar panels on your current system. Learning your energy output will allow you to remain within the maximum input rating of your inverter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Also, there is a natural loss of power when the panels transfer energy to the inverter. Up to 20% of the energy generated is lost. Your inverter may not be hitting its prescribed capacity, and you can add a few more panels. However, ensure that a professional does the installation, preferably the same one who set up the system.<\/p>\n\n\n What are the chances that your outdated inverter is holding back your power generation capacity? Recent technological advancement has developed more efficient inverters with bigger power capacities. So getting a new inverter could be the answer to your energy woes. This is a more expensive option, but it will increase the efficiency of your overall system. You can consider buying microinverters and attaching them to solar panels to convert DC energy from the specific panel to AC energy and direct it into the grid.<\/p>\n\n\n You could also install a brand-new solar panel system. This leaves your old one intact and grants you a warranty from the supplier. However, the cost will be higher as you’ll need new panels, inverters, wiring, and a backup battery system. Despite the associated cost, you can claim tax rebates. Thus, the government could slash up to 30% of your taxes as a ‘refund’ on the costs incurred when installing the system. Installing a more modern system will also improve your power efficiency, reducing your carbon<\/a> footprint.<\/p>\n\n\n Before deciding to add solar panels to an existing system<\/strong>, you should weigh several factors:<\/p>\n\n\n If you’ve increased your household appliances or more people in your home, your power consumption has gone through the roof. In addition, any upgrades to the home electrical system are directly proportional to an increase in power needs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Based on these needs, a professional should advise you on the solar panel numbers you need to balance the power the grid consumes. The consultant will also guide you on the power limit you can legally generate and input back into the national grid.<\/p>\n\n\nCan you add more solar panels to an existing system?<\/h2>\n\n\n
Different ways to add more solar panels to your existing solar system<\/h2>\n\n\n
Add More Panels Onto The Same Inverter<\/h3>\n\n\n
Get a New Inverter <\/h3>\n\n\n
Install a Separate System<\/h3>\n\n\n
Factors to Consider when adding<\/strong> solar panels to the existing system<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n
Your Power Needs<\/h3>\n\n\n
Where to Install Panels<\/h3>\n\n\n