Frequently asked questions

A solar panel is made up of all kinds of layers, these layers usually consist of the substance silicon. Silicon conducts electricity when the sun shines on it, creating an electric current. This electric current is not immediately usable, which is why an inverter is always used in a solar panel installation. The inverter converts the current into usable current for the electricity grid.

From the moment you agree to our proposal and offer, it takes about 2 to 3 months for us to come by for the installation. The installation of the solar panels is often done within a day or part of a day. This is the entire process of installation and preparation for use, the same day you can start generating power.

How many solar panels is best to take varies from one situation to another. To earn back the solar panels as quickly as possible, it can be interesting to take as many solar panels as the roof can handle. Ideally, we would like you to earn back the panels within the guarantee period. We provide tailor-made advice, using calculations to show the ideal amount of solar panels for your situation and possibilities.

Yes, you can make money with your solar panels. What you need to do to do this is sign up at www.energieleveren.nl. Here it is possible to deliver the energy you don't use back to the power company. So this allows you to earn money back with your solar panels.

If you generate more electricity with your solar panels than you consume, you can net this. In summer, you generate more electricity than you consume, while in winter it is the other way round. Netting means you can sell the electricity you do not use yourself back to the energy supplier. They settle this with your annual accounts, so you save money with your own generated electricity. Note, however, that this is still possible until 2025. After this, the amount of energy you are allowed to net off will decrease. From 2031 onwards, it will probably no longer be possible to net energy at all.

The government and municipalities have various subsidies for making your home more sustainable, including the purchase of solar panels. These subsidies can differ per situation, municipality and year. You can be reimbursed a certain amount, take out an advantageous loan to make your house more sustainable or buy solar panels cheaply through the municipality. To check whether you are eligible for a subsidy or loan, you can check this website: https://www.verbeterjehuis.nl/energiesubsidiewijzer/

A south-facing roof is the most ideal; you will then be able to get the most return from your solar panels. However, a west-facing roof can also give you a high return. We are happy to help you think about whether solar panels would be beneficial in your situation. With our advanced software, we can calculate how many panels can be placed on the roof and what their yield will be. We give free advice without any obligation.

Yes, any time the panels can capture sunlight, they generate energy. On cloudy days, the sun is less visible, but the panels definitely capture sunlight. Once it gets dark, the solar panels will stop generating energy.