How do storms affect solar panels in Ireland ?

How do storms affect solar panels in Ireland?

If You’re thinking about getting solar panels, you might wonder if they can handle storms. The good news is that modern solar panels are suitable, for Ireland’s windy and rainy conditions, They are tested for durability and can last for decades, even in harsh climates. Homeowners and business are known to ask if solar panels can handle tough weather and still be efficient. At Blackwell Energy, we’re here to put your mind at ease and explain how solar panels perform in Irish Conditions.

How storm damage solar panels?

Are you concerned about the impact of storms causing harm to your panels? Don’t worry! New generation solar panels are specifically designed for the Irish weather conditions. In Ireland through testing procedures such as wind tunnel evaluations to guarantee their resilience against powerful winds. These panels are designed for resilience against threats such as hail impacts to minimise the chance of any damage. Nevertheless, your panels must be installed correctly in order to maximise performance and durability in such weather conditions. Using strong mounting systems and professional installers will keep your panels safely in place, even in stormy weather conditions. At Blackwell Energy, our technical team follow both SEAI and Safe Electric Regulation to guarantee that your solar system is durable and trustworthy. By investing in these high-quality panels you not only increase their lifespan, but you boost energy efficiency giving you dependable energy source regardless of the weather conditions.

Hoe to keep solar panels safe after a storm?

The life cycle of solar panels and after-effect of storms and heavy rain can be concerning, but modern solar panels are stronger than before. However, it is still worth checking your solar panels at least once in a while for any visible damage. Things like branches and leaves can reduce the efficiency of solar panels. It is therefore advisable to clean your system and look for any damage on a regular basis to ensure that your solar system is running without any problem. It is important to protect all the electric components from water and moisture to ensure that the inverter and wiring are properly sealed to avoid the water ingress and its consequences; leaks that can lead to system failures or reduced output. To ensure that your installation is suitable for the Irish climate, it is important that your solar PV installation is done by a SEAI registered company.

Does rain affect solar panels?

Many people think rain is bad for solar panels, but the fact is, it washes away dirt and debris on the solar panels that can block sunlight and reduce efficiency. That’s right! solar panels can generate 20% to 30% of their usual power on cloudy days, so you’ll always have energy supply at home or business. Our weather can be quite demanding, with plenty of rain and wind, which can affect solar panel systems. It is important to choose good quality panels that are designed for unfavourable conditions. installation is also important; the panels should be installed tightly to prevent them from being blown away by strong winds. Rain and cloudy weather do not have a bad impact on the solar panels. Solar panels can be a reliable power source in rainy and cloudy weather with the right installation, quality equipment, and proper maintenance.

Solar panels and changeover generator switch

Solar panels provide dependable source of energy for home and business even during stormy, cloudy, and rainy days. Modern PV system can work as high as 80% efficiency on cloudy days, it just uses daylight instead of direct sunlight. The excess energy generated by solar system are stored or sent back to the grid. However, for the time when solar output is low or during power cuts, a changeover generator switch to backup power, keeping the electricity running without any interruption.

Professionally installed changeover switch is safe, it will stop generator power from feeding back into the solar system or grid, this protects electricians and equipment. For safety and efficiency, a certified electrician should install the changeover switch to safety standards. The generator and switch should be properly matched to power requirements to avoid overloading. Also to avoid faults, the electrical system must be properly grounded, and the changeover switch must be used correctly to prevent dangerous backfeeding into the grid. Changeover generator switch ensure that power is maintained without interruption to home and businesses and keeps operations running during outages. It brings energy independence and reduces electricity bills by preferring solar energy, the generator is to run when the need arises.

Stay powered during outages

At Blackwell Energy, we provide solar solutions that keep your home powered even during a power cut. Standard solar systems shut down during outages to protect ESB network workers, but with the right setup, you can still use solar energy, to stay powered off-grid, you need a battery system, a hybrid inverter, and a changeover switch, which disconnects your home from the grid and allows safe use of stored solar power. Most batteries store 5kWh of power-one may last half a day, while two could cover most of the day, depending on usage. A changeover switch adds around €1,000 to the cost and must be manually switched during an outage to use essential appliances like light, WiFi, and fridges during outage. As safe Electric reviews regulations, we will keep you updated on any changes. Blackwell Energy ensures reliable solar solutions so you can stay powered.