Want to Build Your Own Solar Project? Here’s How

While building solar projects can be challenging, it’s not impossible. Especially if you have basic electrical and hardware skills, you can assemble and install your solar project in your house.

If you’re one of those handymen who would like to try creating their solar project for home use, here’s how you can build your solar project.

Plan your project

Just like any home renovations, building solar projects should start with planning. This includes answering these vital questions:

How many solar panels would I use?
Should I go on-grid or off-grid?
Should I go with roof installation or ground installation?

The answers to these questions will determine the specifications of your solar panels and the equipment that you will need. But here’s a quick list of the common items used on solar projects:

Solar panels
Pre-soldered wiring
Framing made of non-conductive material (wood, glass, or plastic)
Plexiglass

Start with your racks

If you’ve already purchased your materials, then you can start with preparing the frame for your solar panels. For a roof-installed solar project, you wouldn’t need a big rack, just something to attach your solar panels to your roof. However, you’d need a pole/stand and a sturdy rack if you’re going for a ground-mounted solar project.