Using Solar Shingles Instead of Panels
If you’re thinking seriously about installing a solar energy system on your roof, but aesthetics are a big issue, help’s on the way. Available in a variety of styles and form factors, solar shingles do double duty protecting your home from the elements and converting sunlight into electricity. Plus, they’re made of thin, flexible material rather than bulky panels, so they blend well with the architectural detail of your roof. They can work well with an existing roof, but they’re an especially attractive choice if you’re about to get a new one — that way, they can be incorporated into the design from the beginning for a more beautiful and efficient result.
Updated 11/1/2007: We just added more information about Solar Roof Shingles.
Posted on July 7th in Solar Products by Marye.
February 2nd, 2008 at 5:25 pm
Are your solar shingles available in Canada
February 4th, 2008 at 9:26 am
Hi David,
We are not the manufacturer of solar shingles but rather installation contractors. You might want to contact these companies whom manufacture them:
Good Luck and keep us posted!
March 23rd, 2008 at 12:03 am
I want to go green, solar and wind, I’m thinking solar shingles. looking for a contractor to design and install, if prices can be reasonable. i have a perfect south exposure, no shading, we consume avg 45 KW per day. roof size 40x 13 south exposure, the same for north exposure, with no shading. 4/12 sloop. also a garage not attached to house with nearly the same size and exposure. what can you do for me. can you get me up and running towards energy independance. without breaking my bank?? ED
March 23rd, 2008 at 12:03 am
in Harrisburg, Pa. zip 17112
December 16th, 2008 at 8:23 am
I never heard of these products before, but I have to say they make a whole lot of sense for almost any residential solar power installation. Up to this point, my main beef with solar systems is the increbile eyesore they put on top of your house to take the spotlight. I’m sure they work great, but it really ruins the look of a roof. These may just be the aesthetically corrrect answer for the future of green house buuilding