Thinking about Solar Panel Installation for Homes – What Actually Matters?

cristoferdisoza

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Jan 31, 2026
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Hi everyone,

I’ve been researching solar panel installation options for residential homes and realized there’s a lot of confusion around what really matters versus what installers just use as sales talk.
From what I’ve learned while exploring different setups, the key factors that make a big difference are:
  • Proper roof assessment before installation
  • Correct panel angle and orientation (many people ignore this)
  • Quality of mounting structure and wiring safety
  • Inverter selection based on actual load, not panel count
  • Future maintenance access (most people don’t think about this)
A lot of homeowners focus only on panel wattage and price, but the real performance comes from how the system is designed and installed, not just the panels themselves.

I recently had a detailed discussion with a team working in Dubai under the name DXB Market, and they emphasized something interesting: most performance issues in home solar systems come from poor planning during installation, not from the panels failing.

That really changed how I look at solar projects.
For anyone here who has already gone through a solar panel installation at home:
  • What problems did you face after installation?
  • What do you wish you knew before starting?
  • Did your installer explain load planning and roof positioning properly?
Would love to hear real experiences before I finalize my decision.