(888) 210-3366 Offers Services About Resources Customer Support BOOK NOW SOLAR PANEL INSTALLATION Sunny California means nice, warm weather year-round, but that also means higher energy costs to combat the heat. At Semper Solaris, we take pride in providing the best solar panel options for our customers and their specific needs. GO SOLAR WHAT ARE SOLAR PANELS AND HOW DO THEY WORK? Solar panels are photoreactive panels that convert sunlight into electricity. Over the past decade, solar panels have become efficient, commonplace, and very reliable, contributing to an overall boom in renewable energy usage. But how do they work? Your solar panels absorb sunlight. Then, that sunlight is turned into direct current (DC) electricity. The DC is sent down into your solar inverter to be converted into alternating current (AC) energy. Finally, that AC current is used to power your home. That’s generating solar energy in a nutshell – simple, clean, and efficient. WHAT ARE SOLAR PANELS MADE OF? The most common solar panels, known as Photovoltaic solar panels (PV), consist of an array of solar cells. These solar cells are made of silicone material – similar to the materials used in semiconductors for computer chips. Solar panels have two layers – a negatively charged layer and a positively charged one. TYPES OF SOLAR PANELS Traditional Solar Panels Traditional solar panels consist of monocrystalline or polycrystalline silicon solar cells. Monocrystalline panels (Mono-SI) are made up of the purest type of silicon solar cell. They are darker in color and look more uniform than other traditional solar panels and are more efficient. Polycrystalline solar panels are made by melting down raw silicon. This process is a much faster and cheaper process than the method used for manufacturing monocrystalline solar panels. They are a more economical option. Thin-Film Solar Panels Consist of thin layers of photovoltaic materials laid out on glass, plastic, or metal backings. Thin-film solar cells are much lighter and more flexible. Thin-film solar cells (TFSC) can be a more affordable option than monocrystalline solar cells because the thin film is straightforward to produce. Less material is needed to make a thin-film solar panel than a traditional panel, and thin films can also be produced in higher quantities. New Solar Panel Technologies Solar panel technology is always reaching new milestones. Some of the most recent breakthroughs are biohybrid solar cells and new solar panel manufacturers. SOLAR PANEL MANUFACTURERS SOLAR PANEL FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS We have the answers to all of your questions about solar panels. Here are a few frequently asked questions that we receive. There are even more questions on our FAQ page. VIEW FAQS Can you install solar on any type of roof? How many solar panels do I need? If I lose power from the utility company, will my solar still work? Can I use my solar if there is a power outage? What happens if there is an issue with my solar? What warranties does Semper Solaris offer? SEMPER SOLARIS SERVICES Solar Panels Roofing Battery Storage Heating & Air Conditioning SOLAR PANEL MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR For preventative solar panel maintenance, we recommend checking your solar panels for dust and debris a few times per year. Whether damage from a hailstorm or a shorted circuit, our team at Semper Solaris can help you maintain your solar panels. GET IN TOUCH BOOK REPAIR SERVICE If you are experiencing any concerns or issues with your existing solar panels or solar power system, please do not hesitate to contact us. Our excellent solar panel service experts are capable of diagnosing and fixing any solar energy problems you may be experiencing with your system. FINANCING OPTIONS FOR SOLAR PANELS Solar panel installation is becoming cheaper to get for your home. Affordable solar financing options are available for those who wish to get the benefits of solar panels without breaking the bank. SOLAR PANEL FINANCING Featured Offers Semper Solaris Solar, Roofing, Battery Storage, Heating & Air Conditioning San Diego Corporate Office 1805 John Towers Avenue El Cajon, CA 92020 (619) 357-4142 View All Locations Solar Panels Roofing Services Battery Storage Heating & Air Conditioning Warranties Book an Appointment Solar Maintenance & Repair Semper Cares Initiative Blog Careers Follow us on social media: Home > Solar Panels *Battery rebates amount based on size of system and varies by region, awarded after installation. Cannot be combined with any other offers. On approved credit. New customers only, some restrictions apply. **New customers only, some restrictions apply. ***Present this at the time of your appointment. One per household, minimum 8 panel new system. Not compatible with any other offer. †Cannot be combined with any other offers. On approved credit. New customers only, some restrictions apply, consult your tax advisor. ‡Some Restrictions apply. Unlimited referrals accepted. Maximum awarded amount per new customer is $550 for referrals that purchase. Referral name must be supplied by referrer, referral amount paid after completion of installation and payment. Cannot be combined with any other offer. §Cannot be combined with any other offers. Some Restrictions apply. ¶ 26 percent federal tax credit based on eligibility, consult your tax advisor. µSavings based on size of roof. Financing available on approved credit. New customers only, some restrictions apply. Cannot be combined with other offers. °See https://www.sempersolaris.com/roofing/owens-corning for more information. ~Lifetime warranty available on specific units. Cannot be combined with any other offers. On approved credit. Payment based on system size. New customers only, some restrictions apply. Expires November 30, 2021. ©2021 Semper Solaris. 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