A solar power system is a smart investment, but a poor installation can cause safety hazards, low energy production, and financial losses. Bodhie Solar has seen a lot.
These mistakes customers and untrained installers make – and how they can be avoided – will help you avoid them. We’ve rounded up the most common mistakes made during solar installation in India, and how to avoid them.
- Ignoring Rooftop Shadow Analysis
The mistake:
By installing panels in areas with shadows caused by water tanks, trees, etc. It is especially common during peak sun hours for adjacent buildings to fall.
Why it Matters:
Even partial shading can reduce panel performance drastically and affect the output of the entire power plant system.
Bodhie Tip:
We use advanced solar design tools and drone surveys to ensure optimal panel placement.
- Choosing the wrong inverter type
The mistake:
Select an inverter without considering your site’s Shaded, panel orientation, and energy usage pattern.
Why it Matters:
The wrong inverter (string vs microinverter) can lower efficiency or add unnecessary cost.
Bodhie Tip:
We help you choose between string, micro, or hybrid inverters based on your actual site conditions and budget.
- Poor Quality Mounting Structures
The mistake:
Using low-grade materials or improper fixings on rooftops.
Why it matters:
Weak mounts can lead to panel damage, water leakage, or Collapse during strong winds — especially during the monsoons in Kerala.
Bodhie Tip:
We use hot-dip galvanized iron or anodized aluminium structures, tested for wind load standards as per MNRE Guidelines.
- No compliance with MNRE or DISCOM Norms
The mistake:
Installing systems that don’t follow government standards or skipping the subsidy application process.
Why It Matters:
You may lose out on MNRE subsidies, face rejection. For net metering, or even have your system disconnected.
Bodhie Tip:
As an MNRE-empanelled company, Bodhie Solar ensures full regulatory compliance from design to commissioning.
- Underestimating load and future energy needs
The mistake:
Installing a system that’s too small or doesn’t consider your future appliance usage or EV charging.
Why It Matters:
You’ll face higher bills, lose savings, or be forced into an expensive upgrade.
Bodhie Tip:
We offer load assessments and help you plan for scalable Systems that grow with your needs.
- Improper DC/AC Cable Sizing and Routing
The mistake:
Using undersized wires or messy routing across the roof without protection.
Why it matters:
Can cause energy loss, overheating, or fire hazards.
Bodhie Tip:
We use ISI-marked cables, sized per load, and routed in UV-resistant conduits for safety and durability.
- Skipping Performance Monitoring System
The mistake:
No real-time monitoring system installed.
Why it Matters:
You won’t know if your system is underperforming or has failed until you get a high electricity bill.
Bodhie Tip:
All Bodhie Solar systems include mobile-app-based Monitoring — so you stay in control.
Final Thoughts
Choosing a solar system is not just about buying panels —
It’s about installing them the right way. Avoiding these common mistakes can ensure:
- Higher Returns on investment
- Maximum Energy output
- Longer System life
- Smooth Subsidy and net metering approvals
Why Bodhie Solar?
- MNRE-Empanelled Installer
- Customized Solar design for Kerala Conditions
- Premium Materials & Compliance with BIS/IEC Standards
- End-to-End Support — Site Survey to Net Metering
Ready to Install Solar the Right Way? Ensure a Hassle-Free Solar Experience with Bodhie Solar
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