In recent years, solar energy systems have become more and more attractive for homes thanks to falling costs and government incentives. With a solar system on your roof you can produce your own electricity and also earn income by selling the surplus to the grid. So is your home suitable for solar energy?
The first thing to assess is the condition of your roof. Flat or gently sloping roofs that face south, are not shaded and have enough area are ideal. On north-facing roofs or roofs in the shade of trees and buildings, yield drops. The roof's load capacity is also important because the panels and the mounting system add weight.
Türkiye is one of the most advantaged countries in Europe in terms of solar potential. The average annual sunshine duration varies between one thousand and two thousand eight hundred hours. The southern regions offer the highest yield, while Central Anatolia and the Mediterranean are also quite productive.
Residential solar systems usually range from three to ten kilowatts of installed power. A system of around five kilowatts is enough to cover the monthly consumption of an average home. Such a system needs about thirty square metres of roof area.
The investment cost varies with the size of the system and the quality of the equipment. The payback period is usually between five and seven years. Considering that panel life is more than twenty-five years, the remaining years are pure savings or income.
Under government regulations, homes can sell the surplus electricity they produce to the distribution company. The meter works in both directions: surplus energy you produce during the day is fed to the grid, and the energy you need at night is taken from the grid. If the difference is in your favour, you earn income.
Choosing an authorized and experienced company for the installation is critical. Panel quality, inverter brand, installation workmanship and warranty conditions determine the long-term performance of the system. With a professional feasibility study you can learn your home's solar potential.
