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That difference determines whether you need to intervene quickly. Solar panels are positioned a few centimeters above your roofing. After a rain shower, water may be visible there without anything being wrong. However, if you see damp patches inside, water droplets on the ceiling, or a drop in yield, a targeted inspection is necessary.<\/p>\n<p>Do not try to solve the problem by loosening panels yourself. The cabling, roof anchoring, and sealing require a safe approach. Incorrect handling can cause damage, affect your warranty, or make an existing leak larger. With a professional inspection, you protect both your home and the efficiency of your installation.<\/p>\n<h2>When is water under solar panels normal?<\/h2>\n<p>A solar panel installation does not completely seal your roof. Rainwater runs under the panels and finds its way down via the roofing, gutters, and drains. This is normal. Especially on a flat roof, water can remain temporarily after a heavy downpour, as long as the roof drains sufficiently and the water does not press against upstands or penetrations.<\/p>\n<p>On a pitched roof, you usually don&#8217;t see the water, but it flows under the panels there as well. The mounting rails are designed so that the panels sit above the roofing. The water should therefore not remain on the panels or the support structure, but must be able to flow away smoothly.<\/p>\n<p>It becomes suspicious when water remains for a long time, carries dirt, can expand during frost, or leaves visible traces. A damp spot in the attic, a musty smell, or discoloration around a skylight also requires quick action. Don&#8217;t wait until the next big rainstorm. A small leak can often still be repaired with limited effort. If it goes unnoticed, moisture can affect insulation, woodwork, and electrical connections.<\/p>\n<h2>Addressing water under solar panels: first determine the cause<\/h2>\n<p>Water under an installation is a symptom, not a diagnosis. The cause can be in the roof itself, but also in the placement of the panels or the drainage around them. That is why an on-site inspection is much more valuable than just a photo from under the panel.<\/p>\n<p>A technician first checks exactly where the moisture appears and when. Is it only after wind-driven rain? Then the cause often lies with a roof penetration, a connection, or a incorrectly placed roof tile. If the problem also appears during light rain, the roofing, a gutter, or a drain may not be functioning properly.<\/p>\n<p>With a pitched roof, the attachment points deserve extra attention. Panels are mounted on the roof structure with hooks and rails. If a roof tile is under tension, has shifted, or does not fit properly, water can get under the tile. Damaged lead flashings, worn roofing underlayment, and poorly finished cable penetrations are also common causes.<\/p>\n<p>On a flat roof, the focus is different. There, the installation must maintain sufficient distance from drains and the roof must be able to drain freely. Leaves, moss, gravel, or dirt can partially block a drain. Water that stands for a long time increases the load on the roofing and makes small defects visible more quickly. The solar panels are then not always the cause, but they can make access for inspection more difficult.<\/p>\n<h3>Signals you should not ignore<\/h3>\n<p>Contact a specialist if you see one or more of these signals:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>damp circles, mold, or droplets in the attic or on the ceiling;<\/li>\n<li>a puddle that remains under or next to the panels after several dry days;<\/li>\n<li>loose, broken, or shifted roof tiles;<\/li>\n<li>a drain that overflows or is visibly blocked;<\/li>\n<li>a significant drop in yield, an error message, or an inverter that regularly shuts down.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>These last signals do not automatically indicate water damage. They can also indicate an electrical problem. Nevertheless, the combination of moisture and a loss of performance is reason enough to have both aspects checked together. This prevents you from only solving the visible consequence.<\/p>\n<h2>What you can safely do yourself<\/h2>\n<p>Stay away from the panels, plugs, and mounting rails. Even if the inverter is off, solar panels can produce voltage in daylight. Furthermore, do not work on a pitched roof without the correct fall protection. The chance of damage or an accident is greater than the benefit of a quick DIY intervention.<\/p>\n<p>You can, however, make some useful observations. Note when the water or damp spot becomes visible and take photos from a safe place. Check from the ground or a ladder at a safe distance whether gutters are overflowing and whether there are leaves around the drain. Also check your monitoring app to see if the yield deviates from comparable days with similar weather.<\/p>\n<p>Never put sealant, expanding foam, or waterproofing between the solar panels and the roof. By doing so, you may block the natural water drainage. Screwing down loose parts without knowing the cause is also not a good idea. A roof construction must guide water, not trap it.<\/p>\n<h2>The right repair depends on your roof<\/h2>\n<p>With a tiled roof, it may be sufficient to replace damaged tiles, correctly reposition a hook, or properly finish a cable penetration. Sometimes part of the panels must be <a href=\"https:\/\/solar-assistance.be\/en\/disassembly-and-reinstallation\/\">temporarily dismantled<\/a> to repair the underlying roofing. This seems drastic, but a targeted dismantling prevents your entire installation from having to be removed unnecessarily.<\/p>\n<p>With a flat roof, a repair can consist of clearing drains, repairing a seam in the roofing, or adjusting the setup. If a ballast structure is too close to a drain, dirt can accumulate and hold back water. A technician also assesses whether the support structure and the roofing are still in good condition.<\/p>\n<p>The cheapest intervention is not always the best choice. Only sealing a wet spot locally may help temporarily, but it does not solve a problem with drainage or a poorly finished penetration. Therefore, ask for a clear explanation of the cause, the proposed repair, and what is checked before the installation is fully put back into service.<\/p>\n<h2>Protect yield and lifespan with prevention<\/h2>\n<p>A water problem is often only noticed late, because the panels themselves look fine on the outside. Regular maintenance helps to find problems before they cause damage. During an inspection, the mounting, cabling, panels, roof penetrations, and visible drainage are assessed, among other things.<\/p>\n<p>Also <a href=\"https:\/\/solar-assistance.be\/en\/24-7-solar-panels-monitoring-for-greater-peace-of-mind\/\">monitoring is valuable<\/a>. A drop in yield does not tell you exactly where the problem is, but it does provide an early signal that further investigation is needed. This is especially reassuring when you don&#8217;t look at your inverter every day. For larger installations, rapid detection limits unnecessary downtime and production loss.<\/p>\n<p>Birds also deserve attention. Nests, leaves, and other material under panels can hinder drainage and hold moisture longer. <a href=\"https:\/\/solar-assistance.be\/beste-vogelwering-zonnepanelen\/\">Bird protection keeps<\/a> the space under the panels clear without blocking ventilation or water drainage. It is a small preventive measure that can prevent a lot of pollution and possible damage.<\/p>\n<h2>Choose a safe inspection when in doubt<\/h2>\n<p>If you see water under your solar panels, you don&#8217;t have to immediately assume a serious leak. But ignoring it is equally unwise. An expert inspection quickly makes it clear whether it is normal drainage, a maintenance point, or a real repair.<\/p>\n<p>Solar Assistance inspects installations and roofs with attention to safety, yield, and continuity. Certified technicians look not only at the visible water, but also at the mounting, electrical safety, and possible consequences for your installation. This way you know where you stand and prevent a small moisture problem from growing into long-term damage.<\/p>\n<p>Do you see water, traces of moisture, or a deviating yield again after the next rain shower? Record the moment and have it checked in time. That one targeted check often gives you exactly what solar panels should deliver: maximum energy yield with minimum worries.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-bc8b3ad elementor-widget elementor-widget-spacer\" data-id=\"bc8b3ad\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"spacer.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-spacer\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-spacer-inner\"><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"loop-item\" data-elementor-id=\"8579\" class=\"elementor elementor-8579 elementor-7055 elementor-7055 e-loop-item e-loop-item-13196 post-13196 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-niet-gecategoriseerd\" data-elementor-post-type=\"elementor_library\" data-custom-edit-handle=\"1\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3ba0ef4 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"3ba0ef4\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8f3c8e9 elementor-widget__width-initial elementor-widget elementor-widget-n-accordion\" data-id=\"8f3c8e9\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;default_state&quot;:&quot;all_collapsed&quot;,&quot;max_items_expended&quot;:&quot;one&quot;,&quot;n_accordion_animation_duration&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;ms&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:400,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]}}\" data-widget_type=\"nested-accordion.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-n-accordion\" aria-label=\"Accordion. Open links with Enter or Space, close with Escape, and navigate with Arrow Keys\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-1500\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"1\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-1500\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> Storm damage to solar panels: what should you do now? <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1500\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e24260a e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"e24260a\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-49e7eb2 elementor-widget elementor-widget-theme-post-content\" data-id=\"49e7eb2\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"theme-post-content.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<p>A heavy gust of wind, hail, or a fallen branch can affect more than just your roof. In the event of storm damage to solar panels, you primarily want to know quickly if your system is still operating safely and if your yield is at risk. Waiting until your next energy bill is not a good plan. Damage is not always visible from the ground, while a loose connection, crack, or moisture problem can lead to system failure.<\/p>\n<h2>Safety first, then inspection<\/h2>\n<p>Do not go onto the roof yourself after a storm. Even if you only suspect a single loose panel or a cracked glass plate, the mounting, cabling, or roofing may be damaged. Solar panels produce electricity as soon as light hits them. Therefore, do not touch any loose cables, connectors, or components.<\/p>\n<p>Do you see a panel lying on the ground, are there loose cables, or is there damage to the meter cupboard or inverter? Keep your distance and, if it is safe to do so and you know how, shut down the system according to your inverter&#8217;s instructions. In case of acute danger, such as sparks, smoke, or a damaged electrical cabinet, contact emergency services immediately.<\/p>\n<p>From a safe location, you can already check a few things. Look for visible damage to panels, roof tiles, gutters, and mountings. Also check if there are branches, leaves, or other debris on the system. Take clear photos of the situation before removing anything. These images are useful for your insurer and for the technician assessing the damage.<\/p>\n<h2>What types of storm damage to solar panels are common?<\/h2>\n<p>Storm damage is not limited to a broken panel. High winds can put stress on mounting hooks, rails, and clamps. If a component shifts, it can cause pressure on the panel or the roofing. With older systems, the mounting points deserve extra attention, especially when they have been exposed to wind, rain, and temperature fluctuations for years.<\/p>\n<p>Hail can cause visible cracks in the glass, but sometimes small micro-cracks occur that you cannot see from the ground. A heavy branch can also damage the glass, the frame, or the back of a panel. A panel that looks intact at first glance may still produce less electricity.<\/p>\n<p>Water is a second point of concern. Rain that gets under a damaged roof tile, around a roof penetration, or near a connector after the storm may only cause problems days later. Moisture can affect cable insulation or cause error messages on the inverter. That is why a quick check is more than just a visual inspection.<\/p>\n<p>Voltage spikes also require attention. Lightning does not have to strike your home directly to damage electronics. A fault in the inverter, communication equipment, or monitoring can cause your system to shut down without you noticing immediately.<\/p>\n<h2>Check your yield and notifications<\/h2>\n<p>After the storm, open your inverter&#8217;s app or portal, if you have one. Check if the system is still registering production and if there are any error messages. Do not just compare the yield to a sunny day in summer. Instead, compare it with similar days and the same period in previous years, if that data is available.<\/p>\n<p>Low yield does not automatically mean damage. Cloud cover, shade from fallen branches, or dirt can also play a role. However, a system that suddenly stops producing, performs significantly worse, or repeatedly fails deserves a technical inspection.<\/p>\n<p>With <a href=\"https:\/\/solar-assistance.be\/en\/24-7-solar-panels-monitoring-for-greater-peace-of-mind\/\">professional monitoring<\/a>, such deviations become visible more quickly. The production of your system is then tracked, and an unexpected shutdown is less likely to go unnoticed. This limits unnecessary loss of yield, especially when you do not check your inverter app daily.<\/p>\n<h2>When should you call in a technician?<\/h2>\n<p>In the case of visible damage, the answer is simple: have the system checked before using it normally again. But even without visible damage, an inspection is wise after very heavy wind, hail, or a lightning strike in your area, especially when your yield deviates or the inverter displays an error message.<\/p>\n<p>A technician checks more than just the glass of the panels. They examine the support structure, mountings, cabling, connectors, roof penetrations, and the operation of the inverter. Where necessary, electrical measurements are taken. This clarifies whether the system can continue to operate safely, which parts need to be repaired, and if there is a risk of further damage.<\/p>\n<p>This check also prevents a small problem from becoming larger. A loosened cable can chafe. A damaged connector can overheat. A shifted panel can affect water drainage or roofing. Early intervention gives you more certainty and helps protect the lifespan of your system.<\/p>\n<h2>Reporting damage to your insurance<\/h2>\n<p>Report potential storm damage to your insurer or broker as soon as possible. Whether solar panels are covered depends on your policy and the chosen guarantees. Often, permanently mounted solar panels are covered under home insurance, but conditions, deductibles, and exclusions vary.<\/p>\n<p>Keep photos of the damage, note the date of the storm, and keep records of notifications from your monitoring or inverter app. Also, request a clear technical report of the inspection. This helps you demonstrate what is damaged and what repair is required.<\/p>\n<p>Do not just have a damaged panel replaced without first determining the cause. If the mounting or cabling also shows problems, one new panel will not solve everything. A good repair addresses the damage completely, so your system works safely again and can produce at maximum capacity.<\/p>\n<h2>Cleaning is only useful after a safety check<\/h2>\n<p>After a storm, leaves, mud, moss, or twigs sometimes remain on the panels. This can restrict light. However, cleaning is not the first step when you suspect damage. First, it must be established that the glass, frame, mounting, and electrical parts are in order.<\/p>\n<p>Only then can a <a href=\"https:\/\/solar-assistance.be\/en\/choosing-the-best-times-for-panel-cleaning\/\">professional cleaning<\/a> help to remove residual dirt. Attempting it yourself with a hard brush, high-pressure cleaner, or aggressive product carries risks. You could damage the glass, the seals, or the anti-reflective coating. Moreover, you are working at height, often on a roof that is slippery after rain.<\/p>\n<h2>Prevent surprises during the next storm<\/h2>\n<p>You cannot stop a storm. You can, however, reduce the chance that damage goes unnoticed or leads to a long period of downtime. Regular inspection makes wear and tear on mountings, cables, and roof penetrations visible sooner. Especially for systems that have been in place for several years, this is a sensible form of preventive maintenance.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/solar-assistance.be\/en\/choosing-the-best-bird-protection-for-solar-panels\/\">Bird protection<\/a> can also make a difference. Bird nests and accumulated material under panels hold moisture and make inspection more difficult. Additionally, animals can damage cables. A tidy installation is not only more attractive but also easier to maintain safely.<\/p>\n<p>For owners who want no technical hassle, maintenance and monitoring primarily offer peace of mind. You don&#8217;t have to judge for yourself whether a deviating yield is normal. Problems are picked up faster, and you can intervene specifically before the downtime increases.<\/p>\n<p>At Solar Assistance, certified technicians work on existing solar installations throughout Belgium. After a storm, a targeted inspection can clarify what is needed, without unnecessary work. The goal remains simple: keeping your system safe, protecting the yield, and giving you peace of mind as quickly as possible.<\/p>\n<p>Do you notice an error message, deviating production, or visible damage after a storm? Then do not wait until the problem gets worse. A quick, expert check gives you the best chance of a safe installation and less loss of solar energy.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-bc8b3ad elementor-widget elementor-widget-spacer\" data-id=\"bc8b3ad\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"spacer.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-spacer\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-spacer-inner\"><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"loop-item\" data-elementor-id=\"8579\" class=\"elementor elementor-8579 elementor-7055 elementor-7055 e-loop-item e-loop-item-13188 post-13188 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-niet-gecategoriseerd\" data-elementor-post-type=\"elementor_library\" data-custom-edit-handle=\"1\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3ba0ef4 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"3ba0ef4\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8f3c8e9 elementor-widget__width-initial elementor-widget elementor-widget-n-accordion\" data-id=\"8f3c8e9\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;default_state&quot;:&quot;all_collapsed&quot;,&quot;max_items_expended&quot;:&quot;one&quot;,&quot;n_accordion_animation_duration&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;ms&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:400,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]}}\" data-widget_type=\"nested-accordion.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-n-accordion\" aria-label=\"Accordion. Open links with Enter or Space, close with Escape, and navigate with Arrow Keys\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-1500\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"1\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-1500\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> How do you recognize panel damage to your solar panels? <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1500\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e24260a e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"e24260a\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-49e7eb2 elementor-widget elementor-widget-theme-post-content\" data-id=\"49e7eb2\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"theme-post-content.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<p>A branch on the roof after a storm, noticeable discoloration, or a yield that is gradually lagging behind: damage to solar panels is not always immediately obvious. Anyone wondering <strong>how to recognize panel damage<\/strong> should therefore look at more than just a visible crack. Even damage you can barely see can lower your production and cause a malfunction in the long run.<\/p>\n<p>Panel damage requires a down-to-earth approach. You don&#8217;t have to climb onto the roof yourself or perform technical measurements. However, it helps to know the right signals, monitor your yield, and have an inspection carried out quickly when something isn&#8217;t right. This way, you protect your investment, limit downtime, and maintain maximum energy yield.<\/p>\n<h2>How do you recognize panel damage? Look for these signals<\/h2>\n<p>The most visible form of damage is broken glass. A hard impact from hail, falling branches, or work on the roof can cause a star-shaped crack, fracture line, or crumbled edge. Even if the panel is still producing power, this is not a detail to ignore. Moisture can penetrate through a damaged front, resulting in further damage to cells and cabling.<\/p>\n<p>Also look out for white, gray, or dark brown spots under the glass. Such discolorations can indicate damaged solar cells or local overheating. Sometimes they look like a stain that you can remove by cleaning, but they are actually inside the panel itself. A professional check quickly clarifies whether it concerns dirt, weather influences, or actual damage.<\/p>\n<p>These signals always deserve attention:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>cracks, scratches, broken corners, or loose parts of the glass;<\/li>\n<li>discolorations, dark spots, or visible lines in the solar cells;<\/li>\n<li>air bubbles, traces of moisture, or peeling film on the back;<\/li>\n<li>a burning smell, traces of melting, a loose junction box, or damaged cables;<\/li>\n<li>suddenly lower yield without a clear explanation, for example, without prolonged shade or exceptionally dirty weather.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Not every scratch is serious. Superficial signs of use often do not noticeably affect the yield. The depth, location, and extent of the damage make the difference. A scratch that has hit the protective layer, a cracked corner, or damage near a connection does require an assessment.<\/p>\n<h2>Hidden damage is often first seen in your yield<\/h2>\n<p>A panel can look perfect from the ground and yet not work well. Small cracks in the solar cells, also known as micro-cracks, sometimes occur due to impact, heavy snow loads, vibrations, or carelessly walking on the roof. They are usually not visible to the naked eye. Nevertheless, they interrupt the electrical connection in parts of a cell, causing the panel to deliver less power.<\/p>\n<p>That is why <a href=\"https:\/\/solar-assistance.be\/en\/24-7-solar-panels-monitoring-for-greater-peace-of-mind\/\">yield monitoring<\/a> is so valuable. Don&#8217;t just compare your production with that of last year, as sunshine hours and weather conditions vary. Also look at the behavior of your installation itself. Is one inverter or one string of panels suddenly delivering significantly less than the others? Does the yield lag behind on sunny days while there is no new shade? Then an investigation is necessary.<\/p>\n<p>Monitoring helps to notice such deviations faster. In larger installations, a problem in one string\u2014an electrically connected series of panels\u2014can otherwise go unnoticed for a long time. In a residential installation, an error message on the inverter, repeated tripping, or an unexpectedly low daily yield can be the same warning. The sooner you know the cause, the less production you lose.<\/p>\n<p>A lower yield does not automatically mean panel damage, by the way. Dirt, bird droppings, temporary shade, faulty inverters, loose connectors, and grid problems can cause the same complaint. That is exactly why guessing makes little sense. A technician first investigates where the yield loss originates and then proposes the right solution.<\/p>\n<h2>Pay extra attention after a storm, work, or an incident<\/h2>\n<p>After heavy hail, gusts of wind, or a fallen branch, a visual check from a safe distance is wise. Use binoculars if necessary or look at photos you take safely from the ground. Do you see glass breakage, loose parts, or hanging cables? Do not turn off the installation yourself if you do not know how to do so safely, and do not touch damaged panels or cabling. A damaged solar panel continues to generate voltage under light.<\/p>\n<p>A check is also recommended after roof work, cleaning gutters, moving materials across the roof, or work on a chimney. Panels are sturdy but not intended to be walked on. A localized load can cause damage that only becomes visible in the yield later.<\/p>\n<p>In case of damage after a storm or impact, documentation is useful. Take clear photos from a safe place, note the date, and save error messages or production data from your app. This helps with a technical diagnosis and can also be important for your insurance claim. Have the cause and the repair well documented, so you know the installation is working safely and correctly again.<\/p>\n<h2>The difference between dirt, shade, and a defective panel<\/h2>\n<p>Soiling usually causes a gradual loss of yield. Think of pollen, fine dust, leaves, or bird droppings. Particularly stubborn bird droppings can cover a small part of a panel for a long time. This not only causes production loss but can also cause local heat build-up. Regular checks and safe, appropriate cleaning keep this risk limited.<\/p>\n<p>Shade is often recognized by a predictable pattern. A tree, dormer, chimney, or new antenna casts shade in the same place at certain hours. Production then drops mainly at those moments. Panel damage behaves less predictably: the loss remains present or gradually increases, even when conditions are favorable.<\/p>\n<p>A defect in the inverter or the cabling can, in turn, affect multiple panels at once. That is why a technician looks at the entire system: panels, mounting, connectors, cabling, inverter, and measured values. Simply replacing the visible panel without investigating the cause is not a sustainable solution.<\/p>\n<h2>Why a damaged panel is more than just a loss of yield<\/h2>\n<p>Damage can affect the protective layers of a panel. When moisture penetrates, cells and connections can degrade further. A damaged junction box or cable can also pose a safety risk. In some cases, <a href=\"https:\/\/solar-assistance.be\/en\/best-measures-against-hotspot-problems\/\">so-called hotspots<\/a> occur: small zones that become hotter because a cell or connection is no longer functioning properly.<\/p>\n<p>This does not mean that every damaged panel must be replaced immediately. In the case of limited damage, an inspection may show that monitoring is sufficient. In the event of glass breakage, moisture ingress, an electrical defect, or a safety risk, quick repair or replacement is usually the sensible choice. The best approach depends on the age of your installation, the type of damage, the warranty conditions, and the measured performance.<\/p>\n<p>For companies, this assessment is even more important. A limited problem in a large solar park can translate into structural production loss. With regular checks, clear reporting, and rapid intervention, the installation remains available and you maintain control over the yield.<\/p>\n<h2>What do you do when you suspect panel damage?<\/h2>\n<p>Start safely. Check from the ground, look in your production app, and note what has changed. Avoid making repairs to panels, connectors, or cabling yourself. Even a seemingly simple intervention can pose risks to yourself, the roof, and the electrical installation.<\/p>\n<p>Then have a targeted inspection carried out. An experienced technician can assess the visible condition, compare electrical values, and check for hidden problems. Where necessary, additional measurements are used to locate defective cells, poor connections, or heat problems. You will then get clarity on the cause, the impact on your yield, and the repair options.<\/p>\n<p>Preventive maintenance reduces the chance that small defects will linger for a long time. A <a href=\"https:\/\/solar-assistance.be\/en\/solar-panel-roof-inspection-prevent-loss-of-yield\/\">periodic check<\/a> of the panels, mounting, cabling, and inverter provides certainty about the technical state of your installation. Solar Assistance helps owners throughout Belgium to detect problems early and resolve them in a targeted manner, even when the original installer is no longer available.<\/p>\n<p>So don&#8217;t wait until a panel fails completely. A deviation in your yield or a small visible trace on the glass is often the best time to take action. Early checking gives you clarity, prevents unnecessary downtime, and keeps your solar panels focused on what they are supposed to do: produce as much energy as possible.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-bc8b3ad elementor-widget elementor-widget-spacer\" data-id=\"bc8b3ad\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"spacer.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-spacer\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-spacer-inner\"><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"loop-item\" data-elementor-id=\"8579\" class=\"elementor elementor-8579 elementor-7055 elementor-7055 e-loop-item e-loop-item-13182 post-13182 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-niet-gecategoriseerd\" data-elementor-post-type=\"elementor_library\" data-custom-edit-handle=\"1\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3ba0ef4 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"3ba0ef4\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8f3c8e9 elementor-widget__width-initial elementor-widget elementor-widget-n-accordion\" data-id=\"8f3c8e9\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;default_state&quot;:&quot;all_collapsed&quot;,&quot;max_items_expended&quot;:&quot;one&quot;,&quot;n_accordion_animation_duration&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;ms&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:400,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]}}\" data-widget_type=\"nested-accordion.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-n-accordion\" aria-label=\"Accordion. Open links with Enter or Space, close with Escape, and navigate with Arrow Keys\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-1500\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"1\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-1500\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> Protecting solar panels against hail damage <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1500\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e24260a e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"e24260a\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-49e7eb2 elementor-widget elementor-widget-theme-post-content\" data-id=\"49e7eb2\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"theme-post-content.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<p>A hailstorm can be over in minutes, but the doubt often lingers longer. Are your panels still intact? Is the inverter still producing as much? <strong>Protecting solar panels against hail damage<\/strong> doesn&#8217;t just start when ice stones fall. It begins with an installation that is correctly constructed, monitored, and checked after extreme weather.<\/p>\n<p>Solar panels are designed to be outdoors. They have to handle rain, wind, heat, and frost. However, heavy hail can cause damage, especially when the stones are large, fall at high speed, or when panels are already aged or damaged. The main concern is not just visible breakage. Even small cracks can later lead to moisture problems, reduced yield, or electrical faults.<\/p>\n<h2>How high is the risk of hail damage?<\/h2>\n<p>Not every hailstorm poses a problem. Most solar panels are tested for hail resistance and can handle normal hail. But exceptionally large hail stones remain a risk, especially during a fierce summer storm. The impact depends on the size and speed of the hail, the tilt angle of your roof, the age of the panels, and the general condition of the installation.<\/p>\n<p>A tilted panel absorbs the impact differently than a flat roof. Location also plays a role. If your installation is very exposed to wind, hail can strike harder. With <a href=\"https:\/\/solar-assistance.be\/en\/best-checks-for-aging-solar-panel-installations\/\">older installations<\/a>, materials may also be less strong than with recent panels.<\/p>\n<p>The good news: you don&#8217;t have to go up on the roof after every shower. However, it is wise to be alert for signs of damage after a heavy hailstorm and to have your installation specifically checked when there is reason to do so.<\/p>\n<h2>Protecting solar panels against hail damage before the storm<\/h2>\n<p>You cannot stop hail. You can, however, limit the chance of damage and loss of yield. This primarily requires quality, prevention, and a good overview of your installation&#8217;s performance.<\/p>\n<h3>Choose panels and mounting that can take a hit<\/h3>\n<p>With a new installation, it is wise not to look only at power and price. Also ask about the mechanical load capacity and the hail test of the panels. This indicates what impact a panel can handle under controlled conditions.<\/p>\n<p>The mounting is at least as important. A panel must be correctly supported, without tension on the glass or frame. Loose clamps, a wrongly placed profile, or insufficient mounting points increase the risk of damage during stormy weather. Good placement therefore not only protects against wind but also helps to better absorb forces caused by hail.<\/p>\n<p>For an existing installation, you can have that foundation assessed <a href=\"https:\/\/solar-assistance.be\/en\/solar-panel-roof-inspection-prevent-loss-of-yield\/\">during an inspection<\/a>. During this, a technician looks not only at the panels but also at cabling, connectors, mountings, and the condition of the roof. This way, you identify vulnerabilities before they lead to downtime or safety risks.<\/p>\n<h3>Prevent damage that is already present before the hail<\/h3>\n<p>A scratch, a loose cable, or a damaged frame is not always caused by hail, but it can worsen the consequences of a subsequent storm. Accumulation of dirt, leaves, or bird droppings also deserves attention. It doesn&#8217;t affect the glass immediately, but it makes visual inspection more difficult and can cause localized heat buildup.<\/p>\n<p>Regular maintenance of solar panels keeps your installation clear and technically sound. During a professional check, small defects can be repaired before they affect your yield. This is usually faster and more cost-effective than waiting until a defect leads to production loss.<\/p>\n<h3>Monitoring makes deviations visible faster<\/h3>\n<p>After hail, a panel sometimes looks perfect from the ground. Yet internal damage may have occurred. Think of micro-cracks in solar cells or a problem with a connection. Such defects often first show up in performance.<\/p>\n<p>With <a href=\"https:\/\/solar-assistance.be\/en\/24-7-solar-panels-monitoring-for-greater-peace-of-mind\/\">monitoring of solar panels<\/a>, you compare production with previous days, other inverter strings, or the expected yield for that moment. A sudden drop is not automatically hail damage. Cloud cover, a grid interruption, or an inverter fault can also be the cause. But monitoring ensures that a deviation does not go unnoticed for weeks.<\/p>\n<p>For those who don&#8217;t want to check the app every day, professional follow-up offers extra peace of mind. A deviation is picked up faster, allowing a technical intervention to be scheduled specifically. This limits downtime and protects your energy yield.<\/p>\n<h2>What do you do immediately after a heavy hailstorm?<\/h2>\n<p>First, stay off the roof. Broken glass, loose parts, and wet surfaces make a self-check unsafe. Look from a safe distance for clear signals such as cracked glass, broken frames, shifted panels, or hanging cables.<\/p>\n<p>Then check your inverter. Does it show an error message, is production unexpectedly zero, or is it noticeably lower than at comparable times? Note the date and time of the hailstorm. Also take photos of visible damage from the ground. This helps with a possible insurance claim and with the diagnosis by a technician.<\/p>\n<p>Do not just turn the installation off or back on yourself if you don&#8217;t know what is wrong. Especially with visible damage to cables, panels, or the inverter, it is better to call in expert help. Electrical components and moisture are not a combination to experiment with yourself.<\/p>\n<h2>Recognizing hidden hail damage<\/h2>\n<p>Not all damage is visible to the naked eye. A small impact on the glass can, for example, cause a micro-crack in a cell. The panel then often still works, but less efficiently. Due to temperature fluctuations, the damage can worsen later.<\/p>\n<p>Therefore, in the days and weeks after a heavy storm, watch for recurring error messages, a lower yield than in similar weather, failure of part of the installation, or discoloration under the glass. Moisture traces in the junction box on the back of a panel also deserve prompt attention.<\/p>\n<p>A professional inspection can clarify whether there is actual damage and what the consequences are. Sometimes a limited repair to a connection or cabling is sufficient. Sometimes replacing a panel is wiser to avoid further problems in an entire string. The right choice depends on measurements, the age of the installation, and the availability of compatible panels.<\/p>\n<h2>Insurance: read beyond the title of your policy<\/h2>\n<p>Many fire or home insurance policies cover storm and hail damage to solar panels, but conditions vary. Check if your panels are explicitly included, what deductible applies, and whether consequential damage and loss of production are also covered. Different agreements may apply to an installation on a commercial building than for a home.<\/p>\n<p>In case of visible damage, do not wait too long to report it. Insurers usually ask for photos, a description of the incident, and sometimes a technical report or quote. A correct diagnosis is important here. This prevents a problem from being underestimated or a repair being done without addressing the real cause.<\/p>\n<p>If you have doubts about your coverage, administrative support regarding solar panels can help to get your documents and the necessary technical information in order. This provides more certainty at a time when you primarily want quick clarity.<\/p>\n<h2>Repairing with a view to long-term yield<\/h2>\n<p>After hail damage, acting quickly is important, but a hasty solution is not always the best. A new panel must fit electrically and technically with the rest of the installation. With older panels, an identical model is sometimes no longer available. Then you must consider which replacement affects the yield of the entire string as little as possible.<\/p>\n<p>An inverter, optimizers, and cabling also deserve checking. Replacing a panel without checking if the rest of the installation works correctly offers no full certainty. The goal is not just to produce power again. You want the installation to work safely and achieve its expected yield once more.<\/p>\n<p>Solar Assistance has been helping solar panel owners since 2012 with inspections, monitoring, repairs, and technical assistance. With its own technical service and follow-up throughout Belgium, a problem can be assessed specifically, even when your original installer is no longer reachable.<\/p>\n<p>You cannot plan a hailstorm. You can plan a good response. Make sure you know where to check production, keep your installation documents, and do not let doubt linger after heavy weather. This way, you protect not only your panels but also the yield and peace of mind for which you chose solar energy in the first place.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-bc8b3ad elementor-widget elementor-widget-spacer\" data-id=\"bc8b3ad\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"spacer.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-spacer\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-spacer-inner\"><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"loop-item\" data-elementor-id=\"8579\" class=\"elementor elementor-8579 elementor-7055 elementor-7055 e-loop-item e-loop-item-13159 post-13159 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-niet-gecategoriseerd\" data-elementor-post-type=\"elementor_library\" data-custom-edit-handle=\"1\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3ba0ef4 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"3ba0ef4\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8f3c8e9 elementor-widget__width-initial elementor-widget elementor-widget-n-accordion\" data-id=\"8f3c8e9\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;default_state&quot;:&quot;all_collapsed&quot;,&quot;max_items_expended&quot;:&quot;one&quot;,&quot;n_accordion_animation_duration&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;ms&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:400,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]}}\" data-widget_type=\"nested-accordion.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-n-accordion\" aria-label=\"Accordion. Open links with Enter or Space, close with Escape, and navigate with Arrow Keys\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-1500\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"1\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-1500\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> Self-monitoring or outsourcing? Make an informed choice <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1500\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e24260a e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"e24260a\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-49e7eb2 elementor-widget elementor-widget-theme-post-content\" data-id=\"49e7eb2\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"theme-post-content.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<p>A loss in production isn&#8217;t always immediately visible on your energy bill. An inverter can fail while you&#8217;re on holiday, a string might underperform, or an error message could go unnoticed. That is why the question of <strong>self-monitoring or outsourcing<\/strong> is more than just a practical choice. It&#8217;s about how much time, knowledge, and certainty you want to provide yourself to keep your solar installation working optimally.<\/p>\n<p>Checking the output yourself can work perfectly for a small, recent installation that you know well. However, monitoring is only valuable when action follows a discrepancy. Those who don&#8217;t just want to see the problem but also want it resolved quickly often choose professional follow-up.<\/p>\n<h2>What does self-monitoring involve?<\/h2>\n<p>With self-monitoring, you track the data from your inverter or energy app yourself. You regularly check the daily, monthly, or annual yield and compare it with previous periods. Some systems also send a notification in the event of a fault or when production is unexpectedly low.<\/p>\n<p>This gives you a good baseline. For example, you might notice that the installation produces very little on a sunny day, or that one inverter is no longer transmitting data. This is particularly useful if you like to stay personally involved in your energy consumption.<\/p>\n<p>The limitation usually isn&#8217;t the app, but the subsequent follow-up. A notification doesn&#8217;t always tell you exactly what is going wrong. Is there a communication problem? Has the inverter stopped? Is there an issue with a panel, a cable, or the protection system? Without technical knowledge, it is difficult to correctly assess the cause.<\/p>\n<p>Furthermore, you must check the data consistently. Not looking for a week might seem harmless, but in the event of a total failure, it could mean a week without solar production. The loss is smaller in winter, but during high-yield months, downtime can quickly become costly.<\/p>\n<h2>When is self-monitoring sufficient?<\/h2>\n<p>Self-monitoring is a good fit if your installation is straightforward and you are willing to set aside time for it regularly. You know how to interpret the production data, you receive error messages, and you have a reliable partner you can contact quickly when something goes wrong.<\/p>\n<p>It also helps if you have clear reference data. You know the normal production level of your installation and take into account the season, weather, shade, and your energy consumption. A lower yield in November is normal. A strikingly low yield on a clear day in June, however, deserves attention.<\/p>\n<p>For many owners, however, it remains difficult to determine when a discrepancy is truly a problem. An installation rarely produces exactly as expected every single day. Reacting too quickly leads to unnecessary worry. Reacting too late costs yield. This is precisely where experience makes the difference.<\/p>\n<h2>Self-monitoring or outsourcing: what changes?<\/h2>\n<p>With outsourced monitoring, a specialized team keeps an eye on your installation&#8217;s performance. The focus is not just on receiving alarms, but on timely recognition of discrepancies that could limit your yield.<\/p>\n<p>Professional follow-up brings three things together: technical interpretation, clear communication, and a plan of action. If a problem is identified, you aren&#8217;t just told there is an alarm. You also receive an assessment of the severity and, where necessary, a proposal for intervention.<\/p>\n<p>This is especially important for faults that are not fully visible in a standard app. Think of a string that is underperforming, recurring error codes, an inverter that fails occasionally, or limited production due to soiling. The installation may still be working, but not at its full capacity.<\/p>\n<p>Those who outsource monitoring still maintain a view of their yield. You aren&#8217;t giving up control. Instead, you are ensuring that an expert party is watching along, so that problems are picked up faster and you have to figure out less for yourself.<\/p>\n<h2>The difference lies in the response to a fault<\/h2>\n<p>An alarm is only useful if someone acts on it. With self-monitoring, a notification might arrive at a busy time, during a holiday, or at a moment when you don&#8217;t know what step is needed. In those cases, the problem sometimes persists longer than expected.<\/p>\n<p>With <a href=\"https:\/\/solar-assistance.be\/en\/24-7-solar-panels-monitoring-for-greater-peace-of-mind\/\">professional monitoring<\/a>, a discrepancy can be assessed before it turns into long-term downtime. Sometimes a remote check is enough. Sometimes a restart is required. And sometimes a visit from a technician is the best solution. By performing a targeted analysis first, you also avoid unnecessary interventions.<\/p>\n<p>For owners, speed is the most important factor. Every day an inverter is down, potential solar energy is lost. A quick intervention limits that loss and protects the return on your investment.<\/p>\n<p>Solar Assistance monitors more than 10,000 installations in Belgium, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. When technical assistance is required, you receive clear follow-up and a response time of maximum 48 hours. This way, you know exactly where you stand without having to chase error codes or different contact persons yourself.<\/p>\n<h2>Monitoring alone doesn&#8217;t solve every yield problem<\/h2>\n<p>Monitoring is a strong foundation for prevention, but it is no substitute for maintenance. The data can indicate that your installation is underperforming, but the cause can vary widely.<\/p>\n<p>Dirt, moss, pollen, or bird droppings can restrict light intake. This can be particularly noticeable at low tilt angles or in environments with agriculture, industry, or many trees. A <a href=\"https:\/\/solar-assistance.be\/en\/choosing-the-best-times-for-panel-cleaning\/\">targeted cleaning<\/a> can then help to get more energy out of the same panels again.<\/p>\n<p>Physical checks also remain necessary. Loose cabling, damaged connectors, wear and tear on the inverter, or problems with the mounting structure aren&#8217;t always immediately visible in a graph. Regular maintenance and a technical inspection extend the lifespan of the installation and reduce the chance of unexpected failure.<\/p>\n<p>Birds are another point of concern. Nests under the panels can damage cables and cause soiling. Monitoring can signal a drop in production, but it doesn&#8217;t prevent nesting. A <a href=\"https:\/\/solar-assistance.be\/en\/choosing-the-best-bird-protection-for-solar-panels\/\">suitable bird deterrent<\/a> tackles the cause before it causes damage.<\/p>\n<h2>For which installation is outsourcing most worthwhile?<\/h2>\n<p>For a residential installation, outsourced monitoring is particularly interesting if you want certainty without having to check constantly yourself. It is also a logical choice when the original installer is no longer active, when you receive insufficient support, or when you have previously experienced a loss in yield that was discovered too late.<\/p>\n<p>For larger installations, professional follow-up is often even more relevant. A fault on a commercial roof can cause significant production losses. Furthermore, facility managers and energy officers need oversight, reporting, and a single technical point of contact. They don&#8217;t want to check individual inverter portals every day.<\/p>\n<p>Yet the right choice doesn&#8217;t just depend on size. The age of your installation, the accessibility of the roof, the complexity of the setup, and your own available time also play a role. A small installation with recurring faults often deserves more attention than a larger installation that has been running stably for years.<\/p>\n<h2>How to make a realistic choice<\/h2>\n<p>Don&#8217;t just ask yourself if you can open an app. Ask especially what happens when you see a discrepancy. Can you assess it correctly? Do you know who to call? Can you get a technician to come quickly? And do you also check at times when you aren&#8217;t at home?<\/p>\n<p>Choose self-monitoring if you have the time, understand the data, and can act quickly in case of problems. Choose outsourcing if you want to combine maximum energy yield with less follow-up, faster help, and more peace of mind.<\/p>\n<p>Ultimately, the best monitoring doesn&#8217;t feel like extra work. It ensures that your installation keeps doing what you had it installed for: producing as much energy as possible, with as little worry as possible.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-bc8b3ad elementor-widget elementor-widget-spacer\" data-id=\"bc8b3ad\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"spacer.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-spacer\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-spacer-inner\"><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"loop-item\" data-elementor-id=\"8579\" class=\"elementor elementor-8579 elementor-7055 elementor-7055 e-loop-item e-loop-item-13153 post-13153 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-niet-gecategoriseerd\" data-elementor-post-type=\"elementor_library\" data-custom-edit-handle=\"1\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3ba0ef4 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"3ba0ef4\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8f3c8e9 elementor-widget__width-initial elementor-widget elementor-widget-n-accordion\" data-id=\"8f3c8e9\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;default_state&quot;:&quot;all_collapsed&quot;,&quot;max_items_expended&quot;:&quot;one&quot;,&quot;n_accordion_animation_duration&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;ms&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:400,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]}}\" data-widget_type=\"nested-accordion.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-n-accordion\" aria-label=\"Accordion. Open links with Enter or Space, close with Escape, and navigate with Arrow Keys\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-1500\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"1\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-1500\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> Comparing inverter brands for serviceability <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1500\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e24260a e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"e24260a\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-49e7eb2 elementor-widget elementor-widget-theme-post-content\" data-id=\"49e7eb2\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"theme-post-content.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<p>An inverter that fails often shuts down more than you think. Your solar panels may be in perfect condition, but without a working inverter, they produce no usable power. Anyone who takes comparing inverter brands for serviceability seriously looks beyond the purchase price, power output, and warranty period. The main question is: how quickly do you get help if something goes wrong?<\/p>\n<h2>Why serviceability helps determine your yield<\/h2>\n<p>The inverter converts the direct current from your solar panels into alternating current for your home or business. It is also the component that most frequently requires attention during the lifespan of a solar installation. An error message, poor communication with the app, a faulty fan, or a problem with a network connection can cause your yield to drop unnoticed.<\/p>\n<p>With a cheap device, the purchase price is sometimes more attractive. But if you have to wait days or weeks for a response, parts, or approval during a malfunction, that price difference quickly becomes less interesting. Especially with larger installations, downtime can be directly felt on your energy bill or business results.<\/p>\n<p>Serviceability is therefore not just about a helpdesk. It is about the entire journey from problem to solution: a clear diagnosis, access to technical data, available spare parts, a correct warranty procedure, and a technician who knows the device. That determines how much peace of mind your installation gives you.<\/p>\n<h2>Comparing inverter brands on serviceability: look beyond the warranty<\/h2>\n<p>A long product warranty sounds reassuring, but it is no guarantee of a quick repair. Therefore, do not just look at the number of warranty years. Also ask what happens in practice when your inverter shows a fault.<\/p>\n<p>With some brands, every request goes exclusively through the original installer. This becomes difficult when that company no longer exists, does not respond, or does not offer a service contract. Other brands work with an accessible service portal where an independent technical partner can open a case. For owners of <a href=\"https:\/\/solar-assistance.be\/en\/best-checks-for-aging-solar-panel-installations\/\">older installations<\/a>, this difference is particularly valuable.<\/p>\n<p>Also check whether a brand provides a repair, a replacement device, or only compensation in the event of a defect. A replacement device is often the best solution, but only if it is delivered quickly and installed correctly. A warranty that requires a lot of administration and provides little clarity does not automatically limit your yield.<\/p>\n<h3>The accessibility of technical support<\/h3>\n<p>A good service line is more than a general customer number. Technical support must be able to interpret error codes, read log data, and provide concrete steps. This speeds up the diagnosis and prevents unnecessary technician visits.<\/p>\n<p>Pay attention to the language, opening hours, and response time. A response in English is not a problem for some owners. But when your installation is down, you especially do not want to wait days for a reaction or provide the same information over and over again.<\/p>\n<h3>Local stock and spare parts<\/h3>\n<p>A brand can be technically strong but less practical if replacement devices have to come from far away. Availability in Belgium or through a European distributor makes a big difference. The same applies to specific parts such as communication cards, fans, optimizers, or connection modules.<\/p>\n<p>Not every defect requires a completely new device. When individual parts are available, a targeted repair can be cheaper and more sustainable. However, for some older models, parts are scarce. In that case, repowering, where you replace outdated components with a suitable new system, is sometimes the wisest choice.<\/p>\n<h2>Monitoring makes service faster and more preventive<\/h2>\n<p>Many inverter problems announce themselves before the device fails completely. Production drops abnormally, a string delivers less, or the connection to the portal drops out regularly. Without follow-up, you sometimes only discover this months later when you look at your annual statement.<\/p>\n<p>With professional monitoring, you see production problems faster. This allows for a targeted intervention before a small problem leads to long downtime. A deviation is not always a defect. Shadow, dirt, a power interruption, or a change in your consumption can also be an explanation. The right interpretation prevents unnecessary costs.<\/p>\n<p>When choosing an inverter brand, therefore, check how well the monitoring platform works. Can data be read remotely? Are error messages clear? Does historical data remain available? And can a service partner gain access if you have no technical knowledge yourself? A nice dashboard is pleasant, but reliable alerts and usable diagnostic information are more important.<\/p>\n<p>For an installation that is actively followed up, <a href=\"https:\/\/solar-assistance.be\/monitoring-zonnepanelen\/\">solar panel monitoring<\/a> is a practical way to detect yield loss faster. This way, you don&#8217;t have to check production curves yourself every day.<\/p>\n<h2>Points of attention for existing and older installations<\/h2>\n<p>If you already have solar panels, you don&#8217;t always have a free choice of a new brand. Perhaps your inverter is still fine, but the original installer has disappeared. Or your current device no longer fits an expansion, <a href=\"https:\/\/solar-assistance.be\/en\/battery-systems\/\">home battery, or charging station<\/a>. In that case, compatibility is at least as important as the brand name.<\/p>\n<p>Ask in advance if a new device can work with your existing panels without major adjustments. The number of panels per string, the voltage, and the power must be technically correct. Incorrect sizing can lead to lower yield, error messages, or a shorter lifespan.<\/p>\n<p>Administrative matters also deserve attention. In the event of a replacement, settings, measurement data, and sometimes documents for the grid operator or insurance must be correctly updated. Therefore, keep invoices, serial numbers, commissioning reports, and warranty certificates. This makes a service request much easier later on.<\/p>\n<p>If your documents are missing or you don&#8217;t know what steps are needed, <a href=\"https:\/\/solar-assistance.be\/en\/help-with-administration\/\">administrative assistance for solar panels<\/a> can prevent unnecessary delays.<\/p>\n<h2>Which service questions should you ask before you decide?<\/h2>\n<p>You don&#8217;t have to be a technical expert to evaluate a brand well. Simply ask the supplier or service partner concrete questions. Who handles a malfunction if the original installer is not reachable? Can a technician view error codes and production data remotely? How quickly is a replacement device usually available? And what costs fall outside the factory warranty, such as travel, diagnosis, labor hours, and reprogramming?<\/p>\n<p>Also ask who is responsible for the complete solution. A manufacturer can replace the device, but someone must also safely dismantle, install, configure, and re-register it in the monitoring. If that responsibility is fragmented, a simple intervention often takes longer than necessary.<\/p>\n<p>For companies, reporting and scalability are extra relevant. A facility manager does not want to find out separately for each location which brand, password, or installer is involved. A central overview, fixed contact person, and clear intervention agreements provide more continuity.<\/p>\n<h2>Price, brand, and service: the right balance<\/h2>\n<p>There is no brand that is the best choice for every installation. For a simple residential installation, a solid device with accessible support may be sufficient. For a large roof, a company with high daytime consumption, or an installation linked to batteries and charging infrastructure, monitoring, parts stock, and intervention speed carry more weight.<\/p>\n<p>Therefore, look at the total cost over the lifespan. A slightly higher purchase price can be justified if it gives you an accessible platform, clear warranty handling, and smooth technical support. Conversely, a well-known brand is not automatically the best choice if no one can help you locally.<\/p>\n<p>Preventive <a href=\"https:\/\/solar-assistance.be\/onderhoud-zonnepanelen\/\">solar panel maintenance<\/a> also helps to keep not only the inverter but the entire installation in good condition. During a check, connections, cabling, error messages, and production data can be inspected before they cause major problems.<\/p>\n<p>When your inverter gives an error, do not wait until the annual yield is disappointing. Note the error code, take a photo of the screen, and have the production data checked. 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Open links with Enter or Space, close with Escape, and navigate with Arrow Keys\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-1500\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"1\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-1500\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> Do I need a bidirectional green power meter with a home battery? <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1500\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e24260a e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"e24260a\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-49e7eb2 elementor-widget elementor-widget-theme-post-content\" data-id=\"49e7eb2\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"theme-post-content.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<p>Yes, in certain situations, a bidirectional green power meter is mandatory. This is the case when you have solar panels that are still eligible for green power certificates, use a hybrid inverter, and the home battery is connected to the DC side. The meter distinguishes between power from your solar panels and power from the grid, ensuring your production is correctly recorded and your green power certificates are maintained.  <\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4e1c01f elementor-widget elementor-widget-button\" data-id=\"4e1c01f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"button.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-button elementor-button-link elementor-size-sm\" href=\"https:\/\/solar-assistance.be\/en\/faq\/do-i-need-a-bidirectional-green-power-meter-with-a-home-battery\/\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-content-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t<svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-arrow-right\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M190.5 66.9l22.2-22.2c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0L441 239c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9L246.6 467.3c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.2-22.2c-9.5-9.5-9.3-25 .4-34.3L311.4 296H24c-13.3 0-24-10.7-24-24v-32c0-13.3 10.7-24 24-24h287.4L190.9 101.2c-9.8-9.3-10-24.8-.4-34.3z\"><\/path><\/svg>\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-text\">Read more<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-bc8b3ad elementor-widget elementor-widget-spacer\" data-id=\"bc8b3ad\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"spacer.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-spacer\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-spacer-inner\"><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"loop-item\" data-elementor-id=\"8579\" class=\"elementor elementor-8579 elementor-7055 elementor-7055 e-loop-item e-loop-item-11464 post-11464 faq type-faq status-publish hentry faq-categorie-solar-panels-2\" data-elementor-post-type=\"elementor_library\" data-custom-edit-handle=\"1\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3ba0ef4 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"3ba0ef4\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-42f9630 elementor-widget__width-auto elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"42f9630\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\"><a href=\"\/test\/\"><a href=\"https:\/\/solar-assistance.be\/en\/faq-categorie\/solar-panels-2\/\" rel=\"tag\">Solar panels<\/a><\/a><\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8f3c8e9 elementor-widget__width-initial elementor-widget elementor-widget-n-accordion\" data-id=\"8f3c8e9\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;default_state&quot;:&quot;all_collapsed&quot;,&quot;max_items_expended&quot;:&quot;one&quot;,&quot;n_accordion_animation_duration&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;ms&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:400,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]}}\" data-widget_type=\"nested-accordion.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-n-accordion\" aria-label=\"Accordion. Open links with Enter or Space, close with Escape, and navigate with Arrow Keys\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-1500\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"1\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-1500\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> How long are green energy certificates valid for? <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1500\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e24260a e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"e24260a\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-49e7eb2 elementor-widget elementor-widget-theme-post-content\" data-id=\"49e7eb2\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"theme-post-content.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"qMYqUG_convSearchResultHighlightRoot\">\n<div class=\"\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-WEB:5634d967-db9e-416e-9869-e42a87dff9bc-19\" data-is-intersecting=\"true\">\n<section class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [&amp;:has([data-writing-block])&gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-WEB:5634d967-db9e-416e-9869-e42a87dff9bc-19\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-WEB:5634d967-db9e-416e-9869-e42a87dff9bc-19\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-12\" data-scroll-anchor=\"false\" data-turn=\"assistant\">\n<div class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\">\n<div class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\" data-conversation-screenshot-content=\"\">\n<div class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\">\n<div class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+&amp;]:mt-1\" dir=\"auto\" tabindex=\"0\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"6e4200fe-f29c-4fe8-af51-2be94a88646d\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-5\" data-turn-start-message=\"true\">\n<div class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\">\n<div class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\">\n<p data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"945\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">The duration and value of green energy certificates for solar panels in Flanders depended on when the installation was commissioned. Installations set up between 2006 and July 2012 received certificates for 20 years, while later installations were entitled to 10 to 15 years of support. Since July 17, 2021, new solar panel installations no longer receive green energy certificates. The value of the certificates also decreased over the years.   <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"z-0 flex min-h-[46px] justify-start\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4e1c01f elementor-widget elementor-widget-button\" data-id=\"4e1c01f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"button.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-button elementor-button-link elementor-size-sm\" href=\"https:\/\/solar-assistance.be\/en\/faq\/how-long-are-green-energy-certificates-valid-for\/\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-content-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t<svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-arrow-right\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M190.5 66.9l22.2-22.2c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0L441 239c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9L246.6 467.3c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.2-22.2c-9.5-9.5-9.3-25 .4-34.3L311.4 296H24c-13.3 0-24-10.7-24-24v-32c0-13.3 10.7-24 24-24h287.4L190.9 101.2c-9.8-9.3-10-24.8-.4-34.3z\"><\/path><\/svg>\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-text\">Read more<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-bc8b3ad elementor-widget elementor-widget-spacer\" data-id=\"bc8b3ad\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"spacer.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-spacer\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-spacer-inner\"><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"loop-item\" data-elementor-id=\"8579\" class=\"elementor elementor-8579 elementor-7055 elementor-7055 e-loop-item e-loop-item-8541 post-8541 faq type-faq status-publish hentry faq-categorie-monitoring\" data-elementor-post-type=\"elementor_library\" data-custom-edit-handle=\"1\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3ba0ef4 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"3ba0ef4\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-42f9630 elementor-widget__width-auto elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"42f9630\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\"><a href=\"\/test\/\"><a href=\"https:\/\/solar-assistance.be\/en\/faq-categorie\/monitoring\/\" rel=\"tag\">Monitoring<\/a><\/a><\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8f3c8e9 elementor-widget__width-initial elementor-widget elementor-widget-n-accordion\" data-id=\"8f3c8e9\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;default_state&quot;:&quot;all_collapsed&quot;,&quot;max_items_expended&quot;:&quot;one&quot;,&quot;n_accordion_animation_duration&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;ms&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:400,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]}}\" data-widget_type=\"nested-accordion.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-n-accordion\" aria-label=\"Accordion. Open links with Enter or Space, close with Escape, and navigate with Arrow Keys\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-1500\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"1\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-1500\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> What does error code FAC-BFR\/FAC-SRR mean on my SMA inverter? <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1500\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e24260a e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"e24260a\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-49e7eb2 elementor-widget elementor-widget-theme-post-content\" data-id=\"49e7eb2\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"theme-post-content.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<p>It can be concerning to see an error code on your SMA inverter, especially if you are not sure what it means. This error code occurs when work is being carried out on the power grid nearby. As a safety measure, the inverter shuts itself down. You must wait until the work is completed.   <\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4e1c01f elementor-widget elementor-widget-button\" data-id=\"4e1c01f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"button.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-button elementor-button-link elementor-size-sm\" href=\"https:\/\/solar-assistance.be\/en\/faq\/what-does-error-code-fac-bfr-fac-srr-mean-on-my-sma-inverter\/\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-content-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t<svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-arrow-right\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M190.5 66.9l22.2-22.2c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0L441 239c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9L246.6 467.3c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.2-22.2c-9.5-9.5-9.3-25 .4-34.3L311.4 296H24c-13.3 0-24-10.7-24-24v-32c0-13.3 10.7-24 24-24h287.4L190.9 101.2c-9.8-9.3-10-24.8-.4-34.3z\"><\/path><\/svg>\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-text\">Read more<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-bc8b3ad elementor-widget elementor-widget-spacer\" data-id=\"bc8b3ad\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"spacer.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-spacer\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-spacer-inner\"><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"loop-item\" data-elementor-id=\"8579\" class=\"elementor elementor-8579 elementor-7055 elementor-7055 e-loop-item e-loop-item-8691 post-8691 faq type-faq status-publish hentry faq-categorie-solar-panels-2\" data-elementor-post-type=\"elementor_library\" data-custom-edit-handle=\"1\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3ba0ef4 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"3ba0ef4\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-42f9630 elementor-widget__width-auto elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"42f9630\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\"><a href=\"\/test\/\"><a href=\"https:\/\/solar-assistance.be\/en\/faq-categorie\/solar-panels-2\/\" rel=\"tag\">Solar panels<\/a><\/a><\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8f3c8e9 elementor-widget__width-initial elementor-widget elementor-widget-n-accordion\" data-id=\"8f3c8e9\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;default_state&quot;:&quot;all_collapsed&quot;,&quot;max_items_expended&quot;:&quot;one&quot;,&quot;n_accordion_animation_duration&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;ms&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:400,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]}}\" data-widget_type=\"nested-accordion.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-n-accordion\" aria-label=\"Accordion. 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This annual assessment (unlike Bloomberg&#8217;s quarterly ranking) provides a clear picture of the reliability and quality of the leading manufacturers in the solar energy sector.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4e1c01f elementor-widget elementor-widget-button\" data-id=\"4e1c01f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"button.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-button elementor-button-link elementor-size-sm\" href=\"https:\/\/solar-assistance.be\/en\/faq\/what-does-tier-1-mean\/\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-content-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t<svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-arrow-right\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M190.5 66.9l22.2-22.2c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0L441 239c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9L246.6 467.3c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.2-22.2c-9.5-9.5-9.3-25 .4-34.3L311.4 296H24c-13.3 0-24-10.7-24-24v-32c0-13.3 10.7-24 24-24h287.4L190.9 101.2c-9.8-9.3-10-24.8-.4-34.3z\"><\/path><\/svg>\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-text\">Read more<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-bc8b3ad elementor-widget elementor-widget-spacer\" data-id=\"bc8b3ad\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"spacer.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-spacer\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-spacer-inner\"><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"loop-item\" data-elementor-id=\"8579\" class=\"elementor elementor-8579 elementor-7055 elementor-7055 e-loop-item e-loop-item-8693 post-8693 faq type-faq status-publish hentry faq-categorie-warranty\" data-elementor-post-type=\"elementor_library\" data-custom-edit-handle=\"1\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3ba0ef4 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"3ba0ef4\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-42f9630 elementor-widget__width-auto elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"42f9630\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\"><a href=\"\/test\/\"><a href=\"https:\/\/solar-assistance.be\/en\/faq-categorie\/warranty\/\" rel=\"tag\">Warranty<\/a><\/a><\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8f3c8e9 elementor-widget__width-initial elementor-widget elementor-widget-n-accordion\" data-id=\"8f3c8e9\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;default_state&quot;:&quot;all_collapsed&quot;,&quot;max_items_expended&quot;:&quot;one&quot;,&quot;n_accordion_animation_duration&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;ms&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:400,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]}}\" data-widget_type=\"nested-accordion.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-n-accordion\" aria-label=\"Accordion. Open links with Enter or Space, close with Escape, and navigate with Arrow Keys\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-1500\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"1\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-1500\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> How many years (product) warranty do I have on my solar panels? <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1500\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e24260a e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"e24260a\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-49e7eb2 elementor-widget elementor-widget-theme-post-content\" data-id=\"49e7eb2\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"theme-post-content.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<p>Depending on the brand, there is usually a 10- to 30-year product warranty. Every solar panel has not only a product guarantee, but also a performance guarantee of 90% of nominal yield after 15 years and 85% after 25 years. These guarantees can be found on the technical data sheets of the installed solar panels.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-bc8b3ad elementor-widget elementor-widget-spacer\" data-id=\"bc8b3ad\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"spacer.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-spacer\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-spacer-inner\"><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"loop-item\" data-elementor-id=\"8579\" class=\"elementor elementor-8579 elementor-7055 elementor-7055 e-loop-item e-loop-item-8695 post-8695 faq type-faq status-publish hentry faq-categorie-warranty-2\" data-elementor-post-type=\"elementor_library\" data-custom-edit-handle=\"1\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3ba0ef4 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"3ba0ef4\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-42f9630 elementor-widget__width-auto elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"42f9630\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\"><a href=\"\/test\/\"><a href=\"https:\/\/solar-assistance.be\/en\/faq-categorie\/warranty-2\/\" rel=\"tag\">Warranty<\/a><\/a><\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8f3c8e9 elementor-widget__width-initial elementor-widget elementor-widget-n-accordion\" data-id=\"8f3c8e9\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;default_state&quot;:&quot;all_collapsed&quot;,&quot;max_items_expended&quot;:&quot;one&quot;,&quot;n_accordion_animation_duration&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;ms&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:400,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]}}\" data-widget_type=\"nested-accordion.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-n-accordion\" aria-label=\"Accordion. Open links with Enter or Space, close with Escape, and navigate with Arrow Keys\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-1500\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"1\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-1500\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> How many years of (product) warranty are on inverters? <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1500\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e24260a e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"e24260a\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-49e7eb2 elementor-widget elementor-widget-theme-post-content\" data-id=\"49e7eb2\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"theme-post-content.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<p>Depending on the brand and type, a manufacturer&#8217;s warranty of at least 5 years, usually 10 years, typically applies. It is possible that you purchased an extended warranty through the installer. Please note, just because the additional purchase is listed on your invoice, it does not always mean the installer actually purchased it. Ultimately, only the manufacturer can confirm with certainty whether or not your inverter is still under warranty, based on the serial number.   <\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-bc8b3ad elementor-widget elementor-widget-spacer\" data-id=\"bc8b3ad\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"spacer.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-spacer\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-spacer-inner\"><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Garantie Installateur failliet Monitoring Omvormers Reiniging Zonnepanelen 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