Common Solar Panel Issues that Demand Repair and Replacement

It seems like solar panels have emerged as one of the top most energy generating systems in a time when energy sources are fast depleting. Transforming solar power into electricity and heat energy, solar panels are used both in residential and commercial facilities. Even though they might be one of the most efficient systems powering up homes and commercial units, solar panels are not free of flaws. They too get damaged like various daily used components. The faulty elements in a solar panel can be easily recognised and thus experts can accordingly offer a resolution. Some commonly identified problems of solar panels are as follows: 

Hot spots and micro-cracks 

Did you notice those microscopic fractures, cracks and hot spots across the solar panels? Call up experts immediately to mend these cracks, fractures and hot spots which will deepen and widen with time and affect the efficiency of glass cells of a solar panel. 

PID effect 

PID which is referred to as Potential Induced Degradation attributes to voltage fluctuations which happen between voltage generation and earthing of the PV panels. This often leads to a difference in the percentage of voltage discharged from a main circuit. Call up solar system repair and replacement experts if you suspect something like this is happening with the solar panels. They will instantly identify the problem and offer a solution so that faster ageing of the solar panels can be prevented. Furthermore an instant resolution will help stabilise performance of the panels. 

Loose wiring 

Random power generation related problems can emerge out of nowhere. Not many of you may know that loose wiring is often to be blamed for power generation related problems. The wires connect PV cells to solar batteries and solar power systems. Hence even the slightest glitch with the wiring can lead to failed connections. If the problems become irrecoverable the experts will suggest replacement of solar panels. Before recommending a complete replacement the repair experts will use various types of wire performance identifying tools to evaluate issues and render appropriate solutions. 

Inner module error 

Solar panels are sometimes subject to internal errors and damages caused by inferior quality components or faulty production of power. Internal module errors can lead to de-lamination, snail trails and discoloration of the solar cells, yellowing of sheets, browning up of EVA films, unwanted inclusions in PV laminates and burning of solar modules. 

Module damage 

External factors like snow pressure, storm, lightning and hail can bring upon extensive damage to solar modules. Other causes of external damage include animal bites, fire, broken branch, excessive heat and icy conditions. Due to the presence of such external factors solar panels undergo cell and glass breakage, micro cracks and scratches. Furthermore, such extended exposure to winter climate causes freezing or twisting of solar panel frames resulting in breakage of the panels.  

When solar panels can no longer be repaired, they need a replacement. Home owners can choose between onsite fixing and replacement or call up the repair centre to resolve the matter. If you doubt that the panels are not working correctly, don’t waste a minute; instead rush to call up repair experts before the damage turns intense.