Solar panels

Solar panels generate electricity to power your home. Our solar panel resources tell you everything you need to know about installing solar panels.

Why installing solar in the winter is worth it

Heide Pfeiffenberge

November 17, 2021

Why installing solar in the winter is worth it

Installing solar panels in the winter can save you money and have a quicker installation time. Learn about the benefits of installing solar in winter today.

How do solar panels create solar energy?

Heide Pfeiffenberge

October 29, 2021

How do solar panels create solar energy?

Have you always wondered how solar panels work? Learn exactly how they create solar energy with help from our comprehensive guide.

Solar panel efficiency isn’t as important as you think

Jen Merithew

October 28, 2021

Solar panel efficiency isn’t as important as you think

Despite what solar panel brands tell you, the efficiency rating of a panel is not all that important. So, what is? The answer may surprise you.

What is a solar array and are they right for your home?

Ralph Baruth

October 19, 2021

What is a solar array and are they right for your home?

Solar arrays are collections of solar panels. We explain what they are, how they work, and whether you should get one for your home.

Canadian Solar panels 2024 expert review

Thi Deremer

October 5, 2021

Canadian Solar panels 2024 expert review

Canadian Solar is one of the 5 biggest manufacturers of solar panels in the world. How do they stack up against the competition? Let’s find out.

Axitec Solar panels: expert review

Ralph Baruth

October 5, 2021

Axitec Solar panels: expert review

Axitec offers German-engineered solar panels at an affordable price. But are they the right choice for your home?

Are Trina Solar panels your best option? Probably.

Heide Pfeiffenberge

September 30, 2021

Are Trina Solar panels your best option? Probably.

Trina Solar panels are a SolarReview’s top-rated solar panel manufacturer focusing on residential and commercial solar panels. Learn more today.

Yingli solar panels: the complete review

Heide Pfeiffenberge

September 28, 2021

Yingli solar panels: the complete review

Yingli Solar is a top solar panel manufacturing company that offers well-made solar panels for residential use. Learn if they're right for your home today.

Is my roof good for solar? 4 questions to consider before installation

Maira Deardon

September 21, 2021

Is my roof good for solar? 4 questions to consider before installation

Prove whether your roof can accommodate solar by assessing your system size, roof space, roof material, and roof condition today.

Buy solar panels: What are your options in 2024?

Trisha Vessey

September 15, 2021

Buy solar panels: What are your options in 2024?

Where can you buy solar panels? There are several ways homeowners can buy solar panels in 2024, including through Amazon, local solar installers, on the SolarReviews website, and more.

Phono Solar panel review: cost, products, and warranties

Jen Merithew

September 11, 2021

Phono Solar panel review: cost, products, and warranties

Reviewing the products and warranties offered by Tier 1 solar manufacturer Phono Solar. Do the specs justify the cost? Let’s find out.

Should you buy Boviet solar panels?

Jen Merithew

September 10, 2021

Should you buy Boviet solar panels?

It costs less to install Boviet solar panels than most other solar panel brands, but do the cost savings make going solar with this value brand worth it? Let's find out.