In this situation there are several options.
Adding extra solar panels existing system.
Swap out the existing inverter for a larger one and add more panels solar panels have a standard life expectancy of.
For example you can install up to 2kw of panels to a system using a 1 5kw inverter.
3 get a whole new separate solar system installed next to the original.
1 add more panels to your existing system using your original inverter.
Add a brand new solar system alongside the existing one this may be the easiest most affordable option especially.
By signing up on the energysage solar marketplace you can receive multiple quotes to compare costs for solar.
Add solar panels to an existing system on energysage.
It is not just a matter of adding more panels.
There are several factors to consider such as the size of the panel the available space and the inverter capacity.
Upgrading means adding solar panels to allow the system to generate more electricity.
Your inverter s rated peak power can be maximized up to 133.
2 get a new bigger inverter and add more panels too.
Upgrading your solar panel system is not as simple as it may sound.
If you re looking to add panels onto your existing system note that in your account along with information about your existing system equipment system size so that installers can provide you with the most accurate quotes possible.
This is the ideal scenario for an upgrade and customers who know they ll be expanding their system later can plan the initial design with an eventual upgrade in mind.
You are probably weighing up 3 alternative approaches to your solar upgrade.