Homeowners interested in solar panels always ask which the best one is. The difficulty here is that there is very little that sets one system apart from the other. So how about the brand or manufacturer?
After all, this is what you’d look at in other walks of life, such as if you purchased a TV. You’ll probably know a few brands in the industry and which are reliable of you’ve had success with before.
So can you take this approach for solar panels? The first difficulty here is that as solar is a fairly new market, you’ll struggle to name even a couple of brands. That means there isn’t a strong perception or knowledge of what brand is better than another. When you consider solar panels will last 25 years and more, you’re unlikely to know anymore until the 40s!
There are three classes of solar company which you should take a look at though.
- The large electronic conglomerates:
This would be the larger Japanese brands which are household names, including Sharp, Panasonic and Mitsubishi. They carry a strong brand identity because of the popularity of their other products.
- Trusted solar panel companies
There are a few trusted solar panel companies, mainly from Europe and America, which include Schott, Sunpower and REC.
- Emerging solar companies
Because of the popularity and growth of solar, more companies are starting to come into the market. This includes a number of Chinese firms such as Yingli Solar and Trina.
Brand value is very important because after all, a guarantee would be useless if the company was no longer trading in 15 years’ time. By choosing a notable company you’re also ensuring quality because that’s exactly what these companies are renowned for.
Avoid choosing a company merely because of a TV advert with a catchy jingle, offering amazing prices. The fact of the matter is you want these panels to be working up to 30 years, so trust and quality are both important factors you must bear in mind.
Facts & Figures You’ll Love To Share
- [tweetable alt=””]With solar PV you’ll generate free electricity whilst earning a lucrative earning with the Government’s feed-in tariff.[/tweetable]
- [tweetable alt=””]Solar thermal panels help to heat hot water and benefit from the Renewable Heat Incentive payment for seven years.[/tweetable]
- [tweetable alt=””]Solar panels will last for 25 years and more, providing decades of savings and earnings and helping to avoid the National Grid rates.[/tweetable]
- [tweetable alt=””]Energy prices have doubled since 2004 and solar panels offer an escape from the clutches of the UK’s large energy suppliers.[/tweetable]