The Future of Solar Panels
Advancements in technology have simplified the lives of people around the world, while also making many processes more efficient.
Not only has this new type of technology changed many people's lives, but it has also helped keep our environment cleaner by saving energy and being more resourceful with what energy we do use.
Roofing is no exception to this rule.
For many years, there have been solar panels that are placed on top of roofs to help recharge energy back into the user's home.
These panels have always been large and unpleasant to the eye, but recent advancements in solar technology have led to the creation of solar shingles.
These new shingles not only help save you energy, but also blend in with your current roofing pattern for a seamless look.
Solar shingles are designed to have the look of normal asphalt or tar shingles, but provide the advantage of energy conservation.
Just like their regular counter parts, solar shingles come in a variety of sizes as well as set ups.
There are single panels that are large, but still are incorporated into the regular look of the roof.
The panels take the place of a large number of regular shingles, and are in a long strip across the roof.
Another name for these newer types of shingles is photovoltaic shingles.
Although this is the main type of solar shingle, there are even newer forms that use a thing solar film that is very consistent to current shingle size and shape.
The history of solar shingles is not that extensive as they were only commercially introduced in 2005.
Dow Chemical Company was one of the first manufacturers to enter the market, helping to push the future of solar roofing.
The way the shingles work is that they capture the sun's energy and remit it back to the home in the form of electricity.
Photovoltaic shingles work in many climates, but work best in sunny areas such as Houston.
The original size of the shingle was about 12 inches by 86 inches, making them much larger than normal roof shingles.
Although their size was a major difference, they could be attached right to the roof cloth, unlike their panel predecessor, which sat above the roof.
Once they are attached, the dimensions that are exposed become smaller as the shingles around the solar section cover parts of the exposed area.
For many homeowners who have standard asphalt shingles, the solar ones blend in nicely as they are usually a deep, dark blue to purple color.
For more information on roofing setups of all types, contact your local Cypress Roofing Company today.
Not only has this new type of technology changed many people's lives, but it has also helped keep our environment cleaner by saving energy and being more resourceful with what energy we do use.
Roofing is no exception to this rule.
For many years, there have been solar panels that are placed on top of roofs to help recharge energy back into the user's home.
These panels have always been large and unpleasant to the eye, but recent advancements in solar technology have led to the creation of solar shingles.
These new shingles not only help save you energy, but also blend in with your current roofing pattern for a seamless look.
Solar shingles are designed to have the look of normal asphalt or tar shingles, but provide the advantage of energy conservation.
Just like their regular counter parts, solar shingles come in a variety of sizes as well as set ups.
There are single panels that are large, but still are incorporated into the regular look of the roof.
The panels take the place of a large number of regular shingles, and are in a long strip across the roof.
Another name for these newer types of shingles is photovoltaic shingles.
Although this is the main type of solar shingle, there are even newer forms that use a thing solar film that is very consistent to current shingle size and shape.
The history of solar shingles is not that extensive as they were only commercially introduced in 2005.
Dow Chemical Company was one of the first manufacturers to enter the market, helping to push the future of solar roofing.
The way the shingles work is that they capture the sun's energy and remit it back to the home in the form of electricity.
Photovoltaic shingles work in many climates, but work best in sunny areas such as Houston.
The original size of the shingle was about 12 inches by 86 inches, making them much larger than normal roof shingles.
Although their size was a major difference, they could be attached right to the roof cloth, unlike their panel predecessor, which sat above the roof.
Once they are attached, the dimensions that are exposed become smaller as the shingles around the solar section cover parts of the exposed area.
For many homeowners who have standard asphalt shingles, the solar ones blend in nicely as they are usually a deep, dark blue to purple color.
For more information on roofing setups of all types, contact your local Cypress Roofing Company today.
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