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Do-It-Your-Way Solar Guide

When you choose DIY solar, you’re taking control of your solar project. While a DIY solar system involves some extra effort, you can act as your own project manager and save thousands when setting up your solar panels. You can build it yourself, hire local laborers to help, or do a mix of both.

Regardless of which approach you choose, our Do-It-Your-Way Solar Guide will help you learn everything you need to know about DIY solar panels, including planning, system design, set up, and more. And, you can sign up for our FREE DIY Solar Workshop when you’re ready to get started.

System Design
Solar panels have an efficiency rating, with a 0.5 to 1% drop every year. Understanding the basic principles of design and what type of system or DIY solar kit you’ll need will help you maximize solar efficiency. And, learning the ins and outs of solar system design will help you choose the right DIY solar panel kit for your needs.
Grid-Tied vs. Off-Grid
Determine which type of solar system best fits your needs.
How to Size Your Solar System
Learn how to size your solar system effectively to avoid over or under-sizing.
Solar Panel Efficiency
Read about the efficiency ratings of popular solar panels, and what they mean.
60-Cell vs. 72-Cell Solar Panels
Compare the differences between 60 and 72-cell solar panels.
Mono vs. Poly Solar Panels
Read about the differences in monocrystalline and polycrystalline solar panels.
Best Solar Panels
Explore our top picks for solar panels.
Microinverters vs. String Inverters
Compare the pros and cons of different solar inverter solutions.
Best Grid-Tied Inverters
Check out our choices for the best grid-tied inverters.
Ground Mount vs. Roof Mount Racking
Compare the two methods of mounting solar panels & see which best fits your needs.
Best Solar Panel Mounts
Explore our recommended solar racking solutions.
Lead-Acid vs. Lithium Batteries
Compare the differences between solar battery types.
Best Solar Batteries
Take a look at our top picks for solar systems batteries.
Battery Backup for Grid-Tied
Learn how to add battery backup to a storage-ready grid-tied system.
Monitoring & Maintenance
Solar panels generally don’t require a lot of maintenance, but you’ll want to set up monitoring to ensure your system works properly. That way, you can catch problems and fix them right away to avoid unnecessary costs or high electric bills.
Best Solar Panel Monitoring
Read about our recommended solar system monitoring solutions.
Solar Panel Maintenance & Cleaning
Learn how to properly maintain and clean your solar system.

You Got the Basics. Ready for DIY Solar Workshop?

Almost anyone can install solar with the right information, confidence, and support network. Get all that and more in our free DIY Solar Workshop, designed to guide you through your project step by step.

Let us know your level of experience and goals for your DIY Solar project. We’ll get you into the course that works best for your needs.

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