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“In the sun!” someone joked at one of our recent solar workshops. Yes, that might be the obvious answer, but it’s a little more complicated than that.
It actually depends on the type of system you want installed. Solar electric systems require light, while solar thermal systems require heat.
Generally, solar panels can be mounted on your roof, as long as the roof is southerly facing and does not have any shade from trees. This will ensure that your panels receive the maximum amount of sunlight throughout the year.
Other places to put solar panels include your garage (if it’s a separate structure), or perhaps a part of your yard that consistently receives sunlight. There are also ground mount and pole mount options.
Here are some photos of recent solar panel installations we’ve done.