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Q: Can you put solar on a tar and gravel roof?

• <div><p>Yes, it is possible to install solar panels on a tar and gravel roof, but it is not the ideal roofing material for a solar installation. The process requires roof penetrations to install the solar racking system. While installers will seal these penetrations, they still increase the risk of leaks. This risk is higher on tar and gravel roofs, which are often flat. Flat roofs are more prone to leaks than sloped roofs because they can pool water during heavy rain and hold snow for longer periods, exposing the roof to more moisture.</p></div>

Q: What questions should you ask your solar panel inspector?

• <div><p>There are a few great <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/hiring-solar-installer-ask-these-8-questions.htm">questions to ask a solar contractor</a> or inspector when you speak to them. You&rsquo;ll probably want to find out about the energy yield and efficiency of your array, ensuring the actual output matches the amount you calculated when installing the array in the first place. It&rsquo;s also a good idea to find out about any damage or wear and tear on the array and to inquire about how soon you need to make repairs or replacements to essential components.</p></div>

Q: What are some of the most common solar panel blockers?

• <div><p>Learn about common solar blockers in your area to determine how often you should wash solar panels and the best cleaning method:</p><ul><li><p><b>Soot: </b>If you have a fireplace, soot can disperse and accumulate on the solar panels.</p></li><li><p><b>Debris, dirt, and leaves: </b>These natural elements require light cleaning. Being close to trees or living in a desert area can cause more of these to accumulate.</p></li><li><p><b>Pollen:</b> Areas with a high pollen count require more frequent solar panel cleaning, and sticky plant material requires a deeper cleaning.</p></li><li><p><b>Bird droppings:</b> Bird droppings are binding and more difficult to remove. Keep this in mind if you live near a lot of surrounding trees. </p></li></ul><p></p></div>

Q: How many solar panels do I need for my home?

• <div><p>The average homeowner needs around <b>22 solar panels</b>, but the exact number depends on your monthly energy consumption. Your solar professional should size your array to offset your consumption, meaning you&rsquo;ll need fewer panels if you use below-average amounts of electricity, or more than 22 if you use above-average amounts of electricity. The number of panels also depends on the output of each panel. The average is around 400 watts, but you might need more panels if you install less capable equipment. Since there are so many variables, you should have a professional size your system.</p></div>

Q: How many hours of sunlight do you need for solar panels?

• <div><p>Solar panels should get at least four to six hours of direct sunlight daily. It&rsquo;s even better if sunlight reaches panels between the peak hours of 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. This is enough to power a home, depending on your solar system&rsquo;s size and energy needs. Remember that panels will generate some power under cloudy skies or in the shade, and many systems compensate for lower sun exposure by drawing energy from the grid or battery storage.</p></div>

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The electrician did a great job with the installation of exterior lighting.
Mr. Electric of Jackson
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If you need a roof, look no further!!! This is the company to work with!
Renegade Roofing & Restoration LLC
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Reviewed in April 2024
The work was perfect. I highly recommend them for fences, and decks. They are very easy to work with and clean up before they leave. I wouldn’t use anyone else!
Southern Magnolia Fence, LLC
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Reviewed in January 2021
Removed wood fence panels and loaded a hot tub onto a trailer, then replaced fence. He showed up exactly on time, had all the tools needed to perform the task, and worked safely and cautiously. He cleaned the site after completing the work.
J & G Home and Lawn Care
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Reviewed in July 2018
THEY INSTALLED THE BALBOA WATER GROUP LOWER CONTROL LOWER CONTROL SYSTEM W/HEATER BUT DID NOT INSTALL THE NEW (BWG) CONTROL PANEL WHICH WAS INCLUDED AND NOW AM UNABLE TO CONTROL THE WATER TEMP IN MY HOT TUB. CALLED BWG TECH. SUPPORT AND THEY SAID THAT THIS IS WHY. I CALLED SHANE AND SHARED THIS...
Pool and Spa Masters
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Reviewed in August 2017
Dan was awesome. He arrived bright and early and repaired everything on the home inspection list and then some. We were even more appreciative when the cost came out to be less than we anticipated. (That doesn't happen often lol). He also gave us some advice on our very aged electrical panel and...
Electric Doctor
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Reviewed in February 2016
Responded quickly. Did a great job moving a service panel on the exterior of my home.
Russell Electric
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Reviewed in December 2014
The first time was good but we didn't know until a few weeks later the wood fence panels had not been put back as they should . Now when the wind blows the panels almost fall down. <br />As I stated above having a hard time getting them back out to cut another tree down. I guess they just don't...
Big John's Tree Service LLC
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Reviewed in June 2010
Two men arrived and we thought that a considerable amount of work was going to have to be done as another outfit had said most of the day and between $300-400. However, this company knew how they had been put in and removed a few pins, folded it up, removed it by pulling it up into the house,...
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"Rep. checked entire system. He found several wires not connected properly and fixed this. He also made recommendations regarding the attachment of the panels to the rood that would provide more stability and leakproofing. The representative appeared to know what he was doing - much better than others, including the representative who was engaged by the roofer (who replaced our rood due to hail damage) to disconnect/connect the panels."

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"Danielle bent over backwards to assist us! I wouldn’t hesitate to contact them for other projects!"

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"Great. Quick with an understandable explanation and recommendation fir repair."

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"I was very impressed with the installer who was sent. He mounted the dish without drilling through my new roof, which might have voided my roof warranty, Also, he mounted the dish in a location where it is easy for me to brush the snow off it in winter. I appreciate his knowledge and thoughtfulness. Also, they didn't charge me to re-install the dish."

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"No problems.! The Work was done in a timely manner and all things explained upfront."

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"I received a call right away from Roeder's Plumbing and a service call was arranged that fit my schedule. The plumber was professional and friendly. He was very knowledgeable and experienced. He diagnosed the problem right away and made all three repairs in a timely manner. He had the parts on his truck to make all the repairs which was wonderful because we didn't have to wait for parts and reschedule another visit. It's been a month since our service call and everything is working well. I will definitely call them again. Great service."

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"We had a slow gas leak in our oven. They found the problem and got it fixed in less than an hour. They were efficient, friendly, and easy to work with."

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Solar Panels questions, answered by experts

Yes, it is possible to install solar panels on a tar and gravel roof, but it is not the ideal roofing material for a solar installation. The process requires roof penetrations to install the solar racking system. While installers will seal these penetrations, they still increase the risk of leaks. This risk is higher on tar and gravel roofs, which are often flat. Flat roofs are more prone to leaks than sloped roofs because they can pool water during heavy rain and hold snow for longer periods, exposing the roof to more moisture.

There are a few great questions to ask a solar contractor or inspector when you speak to them. You’ll probably want to find out about the energy yield and efficiency of your array, ensuring the actual output matches the amount you calculated when installing the array in the first place. It’s also a good idea to find out about any damage or wear and tear on the array and to inquire about how soon you need to make repairs or replacements to essential components.

Learn about common solar blockers in your area to determine how often you should wash solar panels and the best cleaning method:

Soot: If you have a fireplace, soot can disperse and accumulate on the solar panels.
Debris, dirt, and leaves: These natural elements require light cleaning. Being close to trees or living in a desert area can cause more of these to accumulate.
Pollen: Areas with a high pollen count require more frequent solar panel cleaning, and sticky plant material requires a deeper cleaning.
Bird droppings: Bird droppings are binding and more difficult to remove. Keep this in mind if you live near a lot of surrounding trees.

The average homeowner needs around 22 solar panels, but the exact number depends on your monthly energy consumption. Your solar professional should size your array to offset your consumption, meaning you’ll need fewer panels if you use below-average amounts of electricity, or more than 22 if you use above-average amounts of electricity. The number of panels also depends on the output of each panel. The average is around 400 watts, but you might need more panels if you install less capable equipment. Since there are so many variables, you should have a professional size your system.

Solar panels should get at least four to six hours of direct sunlight daily. It’s even better if sunlight reaches panels between the peak hours of 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. This is enough to power a home, depending on your solar system’s size and energy needs. Remember that panels will generate some power under cloudy skies or in the shade, and many systems compensate for lower sun exposure by drawing energy from the grid or battery storage.

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