How do I protect my solar panels from water damage?

To best avoid water damage, take the time to reseal each panel or have a licensed solar panel contractor do this for you. Upon inspection, an expert will also be able to gauge if anything else can be done to maintain your solar panels.

Are solar panels leaking water?

Water damage from deteriorated or old seals is another common pain point for solar panel owners. This is similar to insulation or sealing issues with window panes. As the sealant ages, it becomes less effective and allows water to leak through. When this happens, it can lead to short-circuiting and may degrade the components of your solar panels.

Should a solar PV connector be inspected?

The humble PV connector should be prioritized by researchers precisely because it is easy to overlook in the field. With the right technology, connector inspections can become a standard operating procedure for solar PV systems instead of a reactive response to obvious signs of failure.

Why do Solar connectors fail?

These incidents are more likely to occur as installed solar capacity grows and more connectors are deployed to the field, particularly in markets without a skilled solar workforce and in projects installed by new or temporary crews. This white paper explains how connectors operate, why failures occur and how to prevent them.

Can a cracked backsheet damage a solar panel?

Solar panel components are exposed to intense UV radiation and temperature variations every day. Cracked backsheets are signs of poor component selection and can cause water vapour to enter module laminate to damage solar cells. A cracked backsheet cannot insulate solar cells from water damage.

What happens if a solar panel is broken?

If an understrength glass is broken, not only the light absorbed by the panel will diminish, foreign elements such as water and dust can go under the glass to shade solar cells and impact energy output. Broken glass makes solar panels more prone to future weather damages.