Solar panels would be a good long-term investment in energy conservation and green living. But like any other big investment, you ought to be familiar with the warranty on it. The warranties covered on the solar panel are not a reflection of how your problems will be fixed, but they are a promise to give you confidence that your solar energy system will deliver its services well enough, even after many decades.
At GSL Energy Solutions, we believe that every consumer should be fully informed prior to thinking of going solar. Therefore, we are a warranty-conscious kind. We take care of your solar panels by carefully picking quality manufacturers but also by doing the installation with licensed employees, giving them the protection, performance warranty, and longevity they deserve.
Types of Solar Panel Warranties
When buying into solar power, knowing the various types of warranties is essential. Each warranty serves a unique purpose in safeguarding the long-term performance and value of your system. Homeowners and businesses alike can make better, more informed choices when selecting solar panels if they understand what these warranties do and do not include.
Product Warranty
A product guarantee guards against defects in workmanship or materials of the solar panel. That is, if your panel is damaged because of a manufacturing defect, then it can be replaced or repaired by the company. The majority of product guarantees are between 10 and 25 years, depending on the manufacturer.
- Guards against manufacturing defects and material defects.
- Usually 10 to 25 years valid.
- Does not insure damage resulting from external sources such as weather or accidents.
- Replacement or repair definitions differ according to model and manufacturer.
Performance Warranty
This guarantee prevents your solar panels from losing power generation capability at some percentage of their original capacity in the future. This guarantees you against unforeseen reductions in energy due to natural wear and degradation.
- Guarantees 80% to 90% output after 25 years.
- Works towards long-term efficiency of energy.
- Determines financial return in the long term.
- Available with most tier-1 manufacturers.
Installation Warranty
Installation warranties ensure protection of the installation labor and assembly of your solar panel system. In case anything is amiss because of the poor installation, faulty wiring, or incorrect configuration, this warranty provides a cure at no extra cost to you. It is especially crucial in on-grid systems where a safe interface with the utility grid is most critical.
- Prevents defective mounting, electrical mistakes, or misalignment of the system.
- Typically lasts 1 to 10 years.
- Provided by the installation company, not the manufacturer.
- Impacts safety, performance, and grid compliance.
Other Solar Warranties to Be Aware of
In addition to the two main ones, solar systems might include other warranties based on the installer and the products employed.
Inverter Warranty
- Guards against the inverter, which transforms solar energy into usable electricity
- Typically lasts 5 to 10 years
- Some higher-end inverters can provide up to a 15-year warranty.
Workmanship Guarantee
- Offered by the installer for issues pertaining to the warranty for installation
- Accounts for errors in wiring, mounting, or structural installation
- Valid for 2 to 10 years
Labor Guarantee
- Guarantees labor charges on approved repairs
- May be provided by the manufacturer or installer
- Cost-effective for avoiding site visits or panel replacement
Roof Leak Guarantee
- Offered by certain installers to ensure roof damage due to panel installation
- Usually for a period of up to 10 years
- A sign of a professional and self-assured solar installer
What to Look for in a Solar Panel Warranty
Don’t only look at the duration of a solar warranty. A long warranty is worthless if it includes too many exclusions or too long a claims process.
Things to consider are
- Length: Product and performance warranties of 25 years are better.
- Coverage: Look at what defects, damage, and blemishes are included and excluded.
- Degradation Rate: Lower annual loss (0.5% or lower) is better performance.
- Transferability: Provides resale value in case you find yourself selling your home
- Claim Process: Select companies with an easy, well-documented claim process.
What Can Make a Solar Warranty Invalid?
Even the most excellent solar panel warranties can become void if conditions are not complied with. Proper installation and good maintenance are the keys.
Common warranty-voiding causes include:
- Improper Installation: Your panels should only be installed by professional installers.
- Unauthorized Modifications: Replacing or modifying at home could be in violation of the warranty.
- Failure to Register: Brands require registration within a time period.\
- Neglected Maintenance: Forgoing regular checkups can result in claims being rejected.
- Weather Damage: Exclusion of hail, flood, or lightning damage
At GSL Energy Solutions, our experts make sure each installation meets manufacturer standards. We also educate customers on keeping their systems in top condition, so warranties don’t lapse during the panel’s life cycle.
Why Solar Panel Warranties Matter
Warranties aren’t documents; they’re a guarantee of product quality, installation excellence, and years of service assurance.
The reason they matter:
- Shield your investment: Avoid expensive repairs or replacement.
- Have uniform capacity: Save energy and conserve across generations.
- Increase home value: transferable warranties make the home attractive to post buyers.
With clear and solid warranties and unequalled after-sales support on our systems, GSL Energy Solutions takes pride in providing high-quality systems. As we install an on-grid, off-grid, or hybrid system, our experts make sure that your whole solar process is solid and safe.
Why GSL Energy Solutions for Solar Panels?
We are the best-reviewed solar company in Kerala, and thousands of home and business owners trust us with professional solar and total care. The scope of solar operations that we provide is comprehensive, from rooftop panels to solar water heaters and pumps, and solar AC systems. Our systems use performance-based components and genuine warranties and are fitted by qualified experts.
Our commitment to long-term value is what makes the difference. Our continuous system surveillance, master after-sales support, and live support guarantee that your panel commitment is not only mounted but also attended. We make sure that your warranties not only exist but are, in fact, being used when needed.
