Solar Panels - What About Storm and Wind Damage?

With the predicted storm approaching the UK this weekend there may be people wondering about their solar panels being damaged by the wind and stormy conditions.



Solar Panels Storm Wind Damage

Solar panels are designed to withstand strong winds and are attached directly to roof beams if correctly fitted. The main problem that could be expected is damage to solar panels from flying debris or falling trees rather than the wind affecting them directly. And of course if we have power lines down and power cuts as a result then we won't get any electricity generation as the panels/inverter shut down when the grid is off.



Rain on Solar Panels - Can they be damaged by Storm Winds