One of the most excellent discoveries in the world of renewable technology is the discovery of solar energy and the ability to convert this abundant source of energy into usable electricity to power your homes or place of business. The widespread installation of residential and commercial solar installations have led to a tremendous decrease in the greenhouse emissions across Australia over the recent years. With the developments made in solar technology, the production and manufacturing costs for solar panels have significantly decreased over the years making the installation of solar panels extremely affordable for a larger population.

There are numerous benefits that the installation of a solar power system brings about. Some of these benefits include lower electricity bills, lower carbon footprint, and potentially higher home values. Solar PV technology has been around since the 1950s and as a result of declining cost of installing solar panels as a result of government rebates and lowered manufacturing costs, solar is now considered a financially viable technology for use across Australia. It is very important to choose high quality products or solar brands of reputed companies when choosing a solar system for your home as any lapse in one product can adversely affect the working and returns from the solar system. This article explores some of the factors to keep in mind when choosing the right solar panels for your home or business to help narrow down your choices.

When considering the best solar panels for your home or business, one of the things to consider is the warranty offered by the brand. It is beneficial to consider the warranty specifics to make sure you do not end up paying more in the future because of minute details like labour cost not being included. If you are looking for a warranty that will provide the most cover for a specific event like salt corrosion or extreme heat then you it is recommended look at the warranty documents individually.

Another thing to keep in mind when narrowing down your list of the best solar panels suited for your home or business is the temperature coefficient. If you are in an area that gets extreme heat (such as the northern and central parts of Australia) it is recommended that you look at the brand specifications of the solar panels you are considering and especially check the temperature coefficient of each of the panel options. The temperature coefficient indicates how much a solar panel will reduce its output once the temperature goes above or below the optimal range.

If the country of manufacture is of importance to a potential customer then it is recommended that you either identify the country of origin on the products datasheet request for quotes with specific panel brands. If you’re looking for an Australian-made solar panel the only option currently being solar in the market is Tindo Solar who are only producing in small quantities.

LG, Panasonic, REC, and Sunpower are widely considered to be some of the best solar panel companies currently in the Australian market offering premium support and quality to their buyers. Generally speaking, SunPower, LG, REC, and Panasonic make some of the best solar panels in Australia due to the high efficiencies, competitive pricing, and stellar 25-year warranty offered by each brand. It is important to note that the impressive position of these brands has been achieved through the durability and reliability they provide with premium protection and fair prices.

There are many solar panels available to purchase and install. Out of all the companies currently making solar panels, the top 10 solar panels currently available in the Australian market are:

• SunPower Maxeon 5
• LG Neon R
• REC Alpha Pure Series
• Jinko Tiger N-Type
• Hyundai VG Series
• Solarwatt Vision Pure
• Longi Hi Mo4
• Q-CELLS Q.Peak Duo G9+
• Winaico Gemini
• Phono Twin Plus

Contact SunMate Solar today for a free quote with the best solar panels for your home.