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Bring light to your dark shed or greenhouse with an eco-friendly, low-maintenance solar kit.
Do you have a shed or other outbuilding that could use some lighting? Are you sick of stubbing your toe on the lawn mower and knocking over shovels and rakes every time you walk into your shed? It’s time to stop fumbling for a flashlight and look into installing some power.
If this sounds easier said than done, don’t worry. Adding solar power to a shed is a great DIY project, and you don’t have to be a licensed electrician like me to take it on. Below, I’ll explain the basic concepts and options, and you can do the rest!
If you’re trying to power your shed on the cheap, running an underground cable from your house to the outbuilding is the way to go. One hundred feet of 12/2 underground feeder (UF) cable costs less than $100, but digging a trench is a lot of work. You’ll need to rent a trencher or grab a shovel, and believe me, your back won’t like the latter option.
You also have to worry about how much power your shed will draw. If you just want to power a few lights and receptacles for charging batteries and putting away lawn tools, adding a 20-amp GFCI-protected circuit will suffice. But if you plan to run large tools and appliances, you’ll need larger wire and a larger breaker. If your main panel is full, you may need a subpanel. Both add cost and complexity.
If that all sounds like a lot of hassle, consider a solar-powered system instead.
Sheds and solar power are a natural fit. Solar power is environmentally friendly, quiet and requires little maintenance once installed. Solar panels have no moving parts, so there’s nothing to break (on that component, anyway). Reputable solar kits also come with warranties for the products and power distribution, sometimes as long as 25 years. They might last longer than your shed!
Once you’ve put solar panels on the shed roof, or next to the shed if your yard is sunny enough, all you’ll need to do is clean them off a couple of times a year. And it’s easy! Just spray them with a garden hose. Clear off snow and ice to maintain their efficiency during the winter.
There are a few ways to convert energy from the sun into usable energy for your shed, but one of the easiest is to buy a solar kit. Sure, you can cobble together a solar system from individual parts, and that’s a good option if you’re looking to customize, or you want to design your own system. But kits are all-inclusive, and a lot easier for a novice.
Here are the basic components. Depending on your setup, all of these may not be included or needed:
Another option for solar power is a solar generator, also called a portable power station. A solar generator uses solar panels to charge a compact, portable cube that you then plug your tools and lights into. These can be less expensive than a full-on solar kit, but they’re a little more hands-on since they don’t hold a charge indefinitely. Choose one with a single battery or multiple, for longer life between charges.
Installing a solar kit is a DIY-able task, but make sure you follow the instructions that came with the kit. The manufacturer may have videos and how-tos to help, too. If you run into trouble, call a licensed electrician, and always check to see if your city requires a permit.
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In this section, you’ll find solar kits that range from 480-watt solar systems to solar kits specifically designed to maintain and power your refrigerator and other appliances during a power outage. We also offer a variety of portable solar kits for RVs, boats and more, as well as options featuring flexible solar panels which can be ideal for surfaces that aren’t flat.
As you can tell, our small home solar panel kits vary widely in terms of what they can power. From small, portable solar panels to six-panel bundles that are capable of providing power to medium-sized homes, there’s something in your selection that’s perfect for your individual needs. You can further customize your solar panel kits to suit your environment by adding batteries, inverters, ground mount solar racks and other common accessories that will easily complete your setup. We can help you create both permanent and temporary solar setups in your small structure.
Our solar house kits come in a diverse range for any need or project. If you’d like additional information regarding solar panel kits, you can peruse our section of helpful guides, which offer information on how solar panels work, how to prepare your solar panels for winter and many more helpful tips and tutorials. Whether you’re experienced with working with solar systems or are just starting out, The Inverter Store has information that could make a difference in your upcoming projects.
There are a few good reasons to start your solar journey with a professionally bundled solar panel kit. Most importantly, they save you the time and effort associated with finding compatible products that are right for your unique environment. They also come all together and ready to install, so you don’t need to wait for pieces and parts to arrive from other sources. What’s more, you’ll save on your setup when you buy solar panel kits from The Inverter Store, as our products come with great discounts when purchased as kits.
So browse our collection of complete small home solar system kits to find the perfect setup for your shed, cabin, small home or other off-grid location. Our small house solar kits are affordable and assembled as per your needs. Remember to shop The Inverter Store for the rest of your solar product needs, as we offer additional accessories such as mounting brackets, solar panel cables and connectors, and many more accessories to complete your off-grid home solar system today.
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