Is My Roof Too Shaded for Solar Panels?

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By Sarah LozanovaAug 6, 2019, 5:00 am186 pts
Many people want to install solar panels but their roofs are very shaded. Is it worth it to go solar? Obviously, solar panels produce more power when they are in direct sunlight, but they do generate some power when shaded. Here are the typical reasons for shady roof areas and how to place solar panels to take…

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