How do I choose a solar panel mounting option?

Factors to consider when choosing a mounting option include the type of roof, such as slope roofs, wind and snow loads, local building codes, and the orientation and tilt angle of the solar panels. The installation process also significantly determines which mounting option is best suited for your solar panel system.

Do solar panels need a specific Mount?

With rails installed parallelly, specialized mounting brackets or clamps allow adjacent panels to connect to the shared rails. Unlike sloped roofs, flat roofs do not offer an angle for the solar panels to be exposed to sunlight optimally. Therefore, flat roofs require a specific mount for solar panel installation.

How do I choose a solar mount for my roof?

Ballasted mounts are one of the solutions available for installations on flat roofs, while attachments are necessary for installations on pitched roofs. One important factor to consider when selecting a mounting option is the type of roof on which the solar panels will be installed.

What is a solar panel mount?

Solar panel mounts secure solar panels either to your roof or on the ground. Solar panel mounts typically account for 10% of the total solar panel installation cost. IronRidge and Unirac are the best options for roof and ground mount solar systems.

Why do solar panels need a mounting system?

It ensures that the panels are properly positioned to capture the sun’s rays. This structure can be installed on various surfaces including rooftops, the ground, poles, and more. A mounting system consists of components like rails, brackets, and mounts, that keep the panels in place at the perfect angle for energy production.

Where should solar panels be mounted?

Mounting allows the panels to be adjusted for optimal tilt, which can be based on latitude, seasons, or even time of day — to ensure maximum solar energy production. The most common locations for mounting are on the roof, using solar roof mounts, or on the ground with ground-mount options.