SolarReviews, a US-based independent comparison website for solar panel brands and installations, has released its first\u00a0solar\u00a0manufacturer ranking system. Here are the top 10 solar panel manufacturers in 2021.<\/p>\n
\n\t\t<\/p>\n The scoring methodology was developed by a committee of industry experts to rate the 20 most popular\u00a0solar\u00a0panel brands in the US in 2021, based on SolarReviews.com consumer reviews. <\/p>\n The scoring methodology\u2019s aim is to provide consumers with a long-term outlook of\u00a0solar\u00a0panel brand performance and value. It recognizes that some\u00a0solar\u00a0panels have 25-year warranties, yet consumer reviews are often created within the first year of installation.<\/p>\n The\u00a0Solar\u00a0Panel Manufacturer Scoring System<\/a>\u00a0analyzed hundreds of data points drawn from\u00a0solar\u00a0panel spec sheets, company financial statements, and state-level government statistics to score each\u00a0solar\u00a0panel brand.\u00a0The rankings take the following factors into account:<\/p>\n Value (30%).<\/strong> Solar panels\u2019 high upfront cost deters many homeowners from switching to solar, so cost is a significant factor.<\/p>\n Module quality (20%).<\/strong> The spec sheet performance of each company\u2019s top residential solar panel, specifically its efficiency rating and temperature coefficients, was assessed. Panels that take up less space and perform more consistently in different environmental conditions earned a higher score.<\/p>\n Financial visibility and strength (20%).<\/strong> The financial health of the solar panel manufacturer serves as the best indicator of whether the company will be in existence to honor warranty claims that may arise.<\/p>\n Warranty (10%).<\/strong> Both the product and performance warranty were considered. The product warranty reflects the reliability of the module, and the performance warranty assessment evaluates how panel performance will hold up with each passing year.<\/p>\n US investment (10%).<\/strong> How committed each brand is to the US market.<\/p>\n Dealer network (10%):<\/strong> The availability of the brand among solar installers, thus ensuring availability for US customers.<\/p>\n Andy Sendy, founder and president of SolarReviews.com, said:<\/p>\n The US\u00a0solar\u00a0market is made up of hundreds of\u00a0solar\u00a0panel brands of varying price points and value. Consumers are often faced with the challenging task of balancing the upfront cost of panels and the longevity of the\u00a0solar\u00a0system to ensure long-term savings are realized. <\/p>\n The\u00a0\u201cBest\u00a0Solar\u00a0Manufacturers of 2021\u201d\u00a0list was developed to help consumers understand the\u00a0solar\u00a0panels with the best value and performance for the long run. We hope the ranking equips those who turn to\u00a0solar\u00a0to shop smarter, and ultimately get the\u00a0solar\u00a0system that works best for them.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n SolarReviews is independent, and putting solar panels on your roof is a smart yet big investment. So this guide is extremely helpful for those folks who are sitting down with their installer rep and deciding on which solar panels to choose.<\/p>\n We are personally waiting to see what the outcome of the infrastructure bill is before we push forward on solar panels (we\u2019re currently on community wind with Arcadia), but have already had our consultation.<\/p>\n LG Solar being No. 1 was not a huge surprise to me, and based on the above factors, was already in our own household\u2019s No. 1 spot.<\/p>\n Read more:<\/strong> Here\u2019s why solar and storage are the perfect pair<\/a><\/p>\n Photo: \u201cThree pigeons on a roof<\/a>\u201d by Dunnock_D<\/a> is licensed under CC BY-NC 2.0<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n UnderstandSolar is a free service that links you to top-rated solar installers in your region for personalized solar estimates. Tesla now offers price matching, so it\u2019s important to shop for the best quotes.\u00a0Click here to learn more and get your quotes<\/a>. \u2014 *ad<\/em>.<\/p>\nSolar panel manufacturer ranking methodology<\/h2>\n
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