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FAQ
Q: Since the sun only shines during the day, how will this really work?
A: The typical array will be "grid-tied," so that when the sun shines the energy produced will turn the utility meter backwards or at least offset some of your daily power consumption. During cloudy days or at night the system will automatically draw power from the utility company.
Q: Doesn't it take more energy to produce a solar array than the system will ever produce?
A: The answer to this is "NO!" The array will typically generate the amount of embodied energy within two years.
Q: What happens if there is a blackout? Will I still have power?
A: Usually systems will have no battery backup and will shut down automatically if there is any fluctuation in the grid or any blackout. This protects linemen working on downed power lines. It is possible to be "grid-tied" and have an automatic transfer switch that shuts off the connection to the grid and powers your home or business with batteries and the power from the panels.
Q: Since the sun only shines during the day, how will this really work?
A: The typical array will be "grid-tied," so that when the sun shines the energy produced will turn the utility meter backwards or at least offset some of your daily power consumption. During cloudy days or at night the system will automatically draw power from the utility company.
Q: Doesn't it take more energy to produce a solar array than the system will ever produce?
A: The answer to this is "NO!" The array will typically generate the amount of embodied energy within two years.
Q: What happens if there is a blackout? Will I still have power?
A: Usually systems will have no battery backup and will shut down automatically if there is any fluctuation in the grid or any blackout. This protects linemen working on downed power lines. It is possible to be "grid-tied" and have an automatic transfer switch that shuts off the connection to the grid and powers your home or business with batteries and the power from the panels.
Contact Roof Power Solar in Rich Hill, MO, at (417) 395-2355 to generate your own solar power with an affordable solar energy system.