Home Solar Power

In most Provinces, net metering programs are in place so that homeowners get extra credit for producing more than they need when the sun is shining and can use that credit when they don't produce enough to cover their needs.

Residential battery solutions are also becoming increasing popular to store excess energy for a snowy day.

Despite common myths, solar panels perform exceptionally well in Canada. Cold temperatures actually increase the electrical efficiency of panels, and the reflection of light off snow (albedo effect) frequently enhances energy generation during winter months.

After breaking even, you enjoy 15–20+ years of free electricity. Homes with solar sell at a premium as well.

Solar efficiency refers to the percent of sunlight a panel converts to electricity. Efficiency of modern panels is typically in the 20-25% range. That is plenty of sunshine even in Canadian climates. Most single detached homes can fit enough solar panels to cover 100% of a household’s annual electricity needs.

In Canada and globally, innovation in solar panel recycling methods and infrastructure is ahead of the future need.

Modern solar panels are sleek, thin and lie flat against a roof and there are multiple styles to choose from.

Payback periods tend to range from 7-14 years. 25-year (life of the panels) ROIs for major Canadian cities, for example, fall within the 140-220% range.

While it's true that solar production is higher in the summer due to longer daylight hours, that doesn't mean your system stops working when temperatures drop.

Since solar panels generate electricity from sunlight, not heat, colder temperatures actually improve efficiency—helping your system produce more power than you might expect.

Productivity estimates also account for typical production in your geography, so account for typical cloud coverage.

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Dirt has little impact on productivity and it is rarely necessary to clean snow off panels as well. As with any equipment, it is possible that parts will need replacement but this is rare with current solar panel technology.

Critter guards are often installed to prevent wire damage from animals.

Studies estimated the energy output to be about nine times the energy invested in solar panels.

An initial roof assessment will ensure your roof is suitable for panels and will not be adversely impacted.

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Most provinces in Canada have net metering programs where you can earn credits for extra solar energy created in the summer and use them up in the winter when you may not generate as much energy as you use.