A 2022 November report in Scientific American says that renewables are on the way to producing more power than coal in the US. The BNEF’s New Energy Outlook 2020 stated that 56% of power generation might be provided by solar and wind by 2050. In states like Colorado, where sunshine is abundant for most of the year, the choice for renewable energy is solar panels.

ARE Solar in Denver, CO, aims to harness the power of the sun for a better environment by ensuring everybody in the community can access solar energy. Its custom-designed solar panel systems meet the needs of homes and businesses in Denver. It offers a comprehensive range of renewable energy solutions that cater to needs ranging from a small three-kilowatt system to an extensive solar panel installation. As a leading home solar panels installation company providing top-tier service, ARE Solar brings high-quality solar PV components from reputable manufacturers and industry-leading warranties to its customers.

 

What are the three types of solar panels?

As technology advanced, solar power has evolved from being used by very few to an energy source available for household use, especially in sunny states like Colorado. There are three types of solar panels which are:

1. Monocrystalline solar panels

Monocrystalline solar panels are made from a single pane of silicon crystal. They are known for their high efficiency and durability. They are also the most expensive type of solar panel. Because they are high-performing, monocrystalline solar panels can bring increased energy savings and a high ROI.

2. Polycrystalline solar panels

Polycrystalline solar panels, also known as multi-crystalline solar panels, are made from multiple pieces of silicon crystals. They are less expensive than monocrystalline solar panels but are also less efficient. The energy savings and ROI on installing polycrystalline solar panels are less when compared to monocrystalline solar panels. 

As they perform less efficiently, polycrystalline solar panels are not made by all solar manufacturers now, and not all solar energy companies carry them.

3. Thin film solar panels

Thin-film solar panels are made from a thin layer of photovoltaic material, usually amorphous silicon or cadmium telluride. They are the least expensive type of solar panel but also the least efficient. Their low efficiency makes using thin-film solar panels in residential projects less. However, their light and flexible design make thin-film solar panels suitable for commercial and utility installations. Not all solar energy companies install thin-film solar panels because of their specialty adaptations.

Different Brands of Solar Panels

There are several brands of solar panels. The factors to consider when choosing a brand of solar panel are:

  1. How efficiently and reliably do the solar panels perform
  2. The reputation of the brand according to customer reviews or expert opinions
  3. Whether the price range of the brand is suited to the budget
  4. Whether investing in this brand will give a desirable ROI
  5. What kind of warranty the brand offers

 

These are the different types of solar panels that are available to choose from. A solar panel installation company will help homeowners choose solar panels best suited to their needs and budget. ARE Solar uses solar panels from several manufacturers of different efficiency levels according to each customer’s unique requirements. The company keeps warehousing costs low and ships materials from distributors to customers and the panels are stored at the customer’s home during the solar panel installation process. The savings from reduced warehouse costs are passed on to customers.

 

For reliable and professional commercial and home solar panels installation in Denver, CO, reach out to ARE Solar online or call (720) 637-1182.