A Buyer's Guide to Solar Panel Warranties!

While considering the purchase of a solar panel system, a few things should be taken into consideration first (most importantly the warranties on the products you are about to buy).  Here's a summary of what to expect as far as warranties on solar panels go:
-Almost all solar panels should have at least a five year installation warranty, meaning that the company installing the solar panels should cover the cost it would take for the manufacturer of the panels to repair any damages caused by errors in the installation of the panels.
-The actual manufacturers warranty should be for about 25 years.  Since solar panels are built to last (they are made to handle just as much damage as a rooftop could withstand) a long warranty is only logical.  This warranty  should cover the costs of either the repair or replacement of panels damaged by the everyday wear and tear of the weather and other natural causes.
(TIP: When buying solar panels, always be sure to inquire about the warranted minimum power rating of the system.  This is important because this minimum power rating is the only guaranteed amount of power that the system will produce).
-Also when buying solar panels, it's extremely important to be sure to find the panels that have the longest factory guarantee.  Some dealers may offer a guarantee that lasts longer than the actual factory guarantee ( be aware of this, some dealers may not be in existence by the end of the guarantee!)
-An inverter warranty should also always be included.  This warranty should last about 10 years.  It's important to have this warranty because the inverter (which converts the captured solar energy into energy usable for your home or business) is an extremely vital part to the solar panel system!

Taking warranties into consideration is extremely important when investing in a solar panel system.  Be sure to do your research beforehand to avoid any inconveniences and to be sure that your new investment is protected!