Improvements such as installing a solar energy system cost a lot, and it is vital to ensure that you are purchasing durable and quality equipment.
The best solar installers are fully certified and have partnerships with top brands that allow them to offer lower prices than you’ll find elsewhere. The following is an overview of the top solar energy brands that homeowners should look for when shopping for residential solar equipment.
What Are the Top Brands for Residential Solar?
Going solar is a big investment and you want to make sure you are making the right decisions. Buying equipment from reputable brands gives you peace of mind that the products will be:
Durable
Long-lasting
Future proof
Covered by warranty
Below are the top solar energy brands that can be used in residential areas.
Panasonic Solar Panels
Panasonic’s solar panels have gained popularity among homeowners due to their efficiency, performance, warranties, and price.
Most Panasonic Solar Panels‘ efficiency ranges between 19.1% to 21.1%, while most of these other standard panels have an efficiency of 14% to 18%. Panasonic gives a 25-year warranty on their commercial and residential solar panels. Regular solar panel manufacturers usually provide a 10 to 15-year warranty, but you should look for one that can provide a 25-year warranty.
The price of Panasonic panels depends on other items such as the inverter and mounts that are sold together with it. Their base price ranges.
Unirac Racking
Unirac racking manufactures high-quality racking used for both residential and commercial solar panel systems. The racking is hardy, durable, and can be used in areas with severe weather conditions such as strong winds or heavy snow.
They are composed of SolarMount rails and a wide range of attachment points for easy attachment. This makes them compatible with flat, tile, shingle, and metal roofs. Unirac racking has two ground mount solutions; Unirac Large Array (ULA) series and the Ground Fixed Tilt (GFT). All the products are backed with a 25-year warranty.
GAF Master Elite Certification
Most manufactures have a certification program provided to their installers. GAF is among the oldest and the most extensive roof and replacement companies in the U.S. They are selective about whom they will allow having their Master Elite Status. They have a certified level, and this is where most of the roofers begin. Master Elite contractors are fully licensed, insured, and have high ratings in the Better Business Bureau.
Each level has different training requirements, and the contractors are required to be committed to the training for them to continue providing the best services. Only about 3% of contractors in the United States have the GAF Master Elite Certification, so one needs to ensure that they hire a certified roofer to get the best-extended warranties.
Enphase Micro-inverters
The solar panel in your roof absorbs the sunshine, and the inverters convert it to Direct Current (DC) power. Enphase has technically advanced its inverters to micro-inverters which provide proficient reliability, unmatched intelligence, and higher production.
The micro-inverters are more cost-effective as they are made with high-quality material, and they come with a 25-year warranty.
Tesla Powerwall
Tesla Powerwall battery stores solar energy used as a power backup in case of an outage or when the grid is unavailable. This allows homeowners to gain complete control of the energy. The Powerwall provides users with an automated system and always integrates well with the solar assuring you of energy security.
Enphase Battery Storage
Enphase Battery storage provides a safe, robust, and reliable power backup system for your home. The system is composed of Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) battery chemistry that has a long cycle, excellent thermal stability, and UL9540A fire certified. The system is designed to integrate well with generators. The storage is composed of microinverters that act independently, and in case one fails, the remaining microinverters will continue to keep the power running.
Get Top Solar Brands at Solar Optimum
Solar Optimum has relationships with many top brands in the solar space. We are able to provide competitive pricing on many of the products you are looking for. We also provide a 6-point 25-year warranty package on all solar equipment and installations. Contact us today to learn more.
