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    DIY Home Solar Panels

    For home solar panels to maximize the energy from sunlight, they should get enough sun or light for at least 6 hours every day, preferably between 10am and 3pm when the sun is strongest.

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    You may be wondering why this point mentions light: solar panels will generate energy so long as there is light. That is why it can be used in cold climates that get little sunshine.

    Wherever you decide to install, you should also make sure that the panels are not obstructed by any roofs or trees so that they can maximize sun and light. Read more

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