5 Signs Your Current Solar Installation is Underperforming and Leaking Cash.

5 Signs Your Current Solar Installation is Underperforming and Leaking Cash

It’s time to be aware and smart in 2026. We show wisdom in many things but sometimes mistakes are made. Many times you have become worried that even if the solar panel on our roof is working, so why worry about our electricity bill? Even though the solar panels are running all day, you may often be shocked when the electricity bill arrives at the end of the month. You might also be wondering, why are there so many electricity bills even though you have installed solar?

Many times we bring a new pot from the market and fill it with water, but even after filling the entire pot with water, the pot does not fill up. This means that there is a hole or leakage somewhere in the pot. Similarly, in solar, when we have installed solar on our roof, we feel that now my money has gone to zero, but there are many reasons due to which your money is being wasted. In this blog, Solitech Solar is going to talk about five reasons why your money is being wasted with solar investments. So let’s be aware and catch all the flaws in the system that make your investment weak. In short, just like you take care of your body, take care of your solar system so that it earns you more profit.

Look away, disaster struck!

1 Generation less than the neighbor

In today’s society or on the streets, solar panels are seen on people’s houses. Therefore, if your neighbor’s solar panel generates electricity for 25 minutes, while yours only generates 15 units or more, then you should be careful. You need to contact a solar expert. There is an error somewhere in the system.

Often this difference can be caused by the orientation of the panels, poor quality.

Solitech Solar’s experienced engineers install solar panels only after a perfect analysis of your system and location.

2 Overheating Inverter

When a person has a fever, the body heats up, but if a solar panel gets sick, it means the inverter is heating up.

Does your solar system’s inverter get excessively hot or does it occasionally make strange noises?

When your inverter overheats, you should remember that its efficiency decreases. Inverter efficiency is much higher in cold temperatures.

This means that even though your panels are generating power, the inverter can’t convert it into electricity. As a result, your money is being wasted on heat.

3 Physical Warning Signs

When you look at a solar panel, do you see black spots on it and the color of the panel has changed? Then you need to be careful.

Let’s find out why this happens. This can happen when there is a defect during panel manufacturing or when there are micro cracks on the panel and the efficiency of your system can decrease.

Such strange hotspots not only reduce power generation but also increase the chances of your solar panels catching fire, so you need to be careful. Solitech’s high grade tempered glass panels are free from such risks.

4 Generation Gaps

Nowadays, when it comes to solar monitors, AI-based smart monitoring has come. You can connect this directly to your mobile so that even in the afternoon, if you see a low graph, you can be alerted directly.

Dust buildup on the panel, or Potential Induced Degradation, gradually reduces power. If you ignore it, your production will decrease by 5% to 10% every year.

5 Lack of warranty paperwork and brand

Every solar company gives you a 25-year warranty, but have you ever thought that the company will be around after 25 years? So when you are talking about getting some installed, you should choose a company that has been in the market for a long time and has a brand.

Remember that an experienced and quality company is at your service 24*7 and they also have official paper work. Such companies provide you with full technical support.

How should you check your solar system?

If you notice any of the above five signs, instead of panicking, you can minimize the damage by contacting a solar expert.

How should you check your solar system

FAQ

Can old panels be replaced?

Yes, if your panels are generating very little, you can get more units by replacing them with Solitech’s latest N-Type panels.

Is it worth it to just replace the inverter?

If the panels are good but the inverter is old or inefficient, upgrading just the inverter can increase production by 10-15%.

Why don't Solitech panels have such problems?

We use automated manufacturing and strict quality control, which catches invisible cracks right in the factory.

What to do if hot spots appear?

Contact the installer immediately and turn off the power, as it may cause a short-circuit.

Conclusion

A solar system is a 25-year asset, but if it fails within the first 5 years, it is a bad investment. Solitech Solar not only installs new systems, but we can also upgrade your old system. Don’t let your hard-earned money go to waste on your roof. Contact the Solitech team today and get a free performance audit of your system.

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