The simplest way to determine the number of solar panels you need in your home.

How many people are considering switching to a more affordable and environmentally friendly source of power for their homes in Kenya today?

Well, your guess is as good as mine.........A LOT

Let's face it, most of us have entertained the idea of cutting energy costs at some point in our lives.

It depends on where you stand morally.

GO, ROGUE

You could EITHER compromise the IT department at KPLC, generate unlimited tokens mwitu and hope the DCI doesn't come knocking at your door in the wee hours of the night.-with the sole intention of shifting your entire operations to Kamiti where you will apparently have ample time to showcase your clever inventions to fellow inmates.

OR

GO GREEN

Choose the morally high route by taking advantage of renewable energy such as solar energy where your freedom is not on the line.

Solar energy is the most legit way to enjoy uninterrupted, clean power to your home ABSOLUTELY FREE.

But first, you need to figure out a couple of things out before you get to the freebies.

A home solar system comprises of solar panels also known as solar modules, charge controllers also known as regulators, accumulators or batteries and sometimes inverters.

Determining the number of solar panels you need to in your home is a crucial first step in installing a proper system in your home.

This will be our focus for the next few minutes.

Several factors come into play in determining just how many you need, and how many you are in a position to buy. Generally, these are the amount of power required to run devices and appliances in your household.the budget you are working with and the efficiency of your solar modules.

To come up with the correct number, (assuming you are not limited by a budget), the following parameters need to be determined accurately.

1. The power used in your household in watts,

2. Your roof's usable surface area,

3. The climate and peak sunlight hours in your area

4. The wattage and the relative efficiency of the solar modules you intend to buy.

DISCLAIMER!!

I'm assuming that the mention of algebra and Ohm's law trigger pleasant memories from your high school days as an aspiring electrical engineer and you have somehow kept your mind open to new ideas whether you became one or not.

Hang In there, buddy!

We are just about to dive into the world of figures.

However, if this is not the case.

WORRY NOT!!

One of the simplest ways to answer the "How many panels do I need?" question is contacting a professional solar installer who can give you a free solar evaluation for your home in Kenya today.

In the next post, you will be enlightened on the nitty-gritty of determining the number of panels accurately on your own, by measuring and factoring in the aforementioned parameters in coming up with the most suitable solar installation within your budget.

Meanwhile, you might need to jog your memory on the fundamentals of Physics.

HINT: Google is your friend.

Can't wait............

Remember you don't have to go to the pain of understanding all this stuff because at KESOKARHUB we offer free solar evaluation for homes all over Kenya ...ABSOLUTELY FREE.