Photovoltaic tiles: integrated prices and sunscreen in the roof.

By designating both the solar tile and the panels integrated in the building (or «IAB»), it must be considered when choosing the installation of its installation. If the Tesla solar tile is currently making a great noise, what are its weak goods and points compared to a sun panel superimposed on the roof or inserted in integration into the frame? Is the sealing of this roofing material kept? Is the main advantage of these innovative tiles, is the topic of aesthetic surpas that of price and performance?

Photovoltaic panels or solar tiles?

Solar panel which were submitted, integration system in the frame or in the solar tile: the installations have a similar operating mode. The only remarkable difference: the aesthetic aspect of the material placed in the roof. A difference that has repercussions on price and profitability …

Silicon cells to produce solar energy

Solar energy is produced as follows: photovoltaic cells composed of a semiconductor-site-cattino material and therefore transform into electricity. In the current state of technology, these cells are integrated in the choice:

Solar Terre Commitment: photovoltaic panels integrating in the building (IAB) at home

Solar Terred: photovoltaic panther sidewritten on the roof in slate

• In a tile: it is made of tempered glass and discreetly incorporates the solar silicon cells. In the end, they have the shape of traditional tiles. For an even more surprising aesthetic rendering, producers use models that imitate different types of roof coverage: in particular terracotta or slate tile. The Tesla solar tile, for example, will be marketed in 4 styles: structured, smooth, slate and the traditional Tuscan model of red tiles.

The appearance of the material used for the production of photovoltaic energy differs. While on the roof are visible the solar panels of excessive or integrated size, the tile melts in the roof at all discretions, without any exhaustion. The aesthetic rendering of the sun tile is undeniably better. Likewise, the aesthetic rendering of IAB photovoltaic panels is greater than that of an overload installation. In fact, to the extent that the observed thickness is thin, less than 20 mm.

Choose the solar tile in new or renewal

Beyond its aesthetic resource, this tile tile and the IAB panel have an advantage in the context of a new construction, a renewal of roofs or an elevation. Waterproof, has the same properties as the traditional tile. This tile guarantees the roof covering and waterproofing in the same conditions as terracotta tile, producing electricity. In this context:

• At the time of installation on a new or renovation, the sun tile saves the cost of the roof for the entire surface of the panels. This is not the case of the overlapping solar panel.
• Of course, in the event that the single desires to equip an existing house with coverage in good condition, it is necessary to first remove the existing coverage to throw solar tiles. Which therefore considerably increases the budget.
• The individual who wishes to sell all self -produced electricity in EDF will get a slightly higher sales price in «IAB», that is, with photovoltaic tiles, only with too dimensional panels. However, this small advantage does not compensate for the significant additional cost of these with respect to the panels located overlapped.

• The solar tile rigor of Termini looks like a traditional tile and plays its role, but produced in addition to green energy. So why not replace its traditional tiles with IAB panels or solar tiles? For budget and return reasons, mainly.

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Photovoltaic solar tile: price and profitability with a magnifying glass

Despite some advantages, it remains rare to date. And for a good reason, the system shows weaknesses in terms of profitability. A high purchase and installation price for a lower performance, the conditions are visibly unfavorable. Tesla markets, for example the m² of solar tiles for € 213 in 2019.

IAB vs tesla photovoltaic pistol panel

For an profitable photovoltaic investment, 2 criteria must be taken into consideration: the price of installation and its performance. In light of the current data communicated by Tesla – marketing has not started – the Tesla tile offers much lower profitability than that of the solar panels. Illustration for a well exposed 75 m² roof:

• Classic panels: an installation of 9 kWc costs € 18,600 and produces 10,500 kWh.
• Solar tiles – based on the Tesla calculator: an installation of 6.25 kWc – maximum peak power allowed – costs $ 50,900 and produces 7,280 kW
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For almost the price of the price, the individual who invests in a solar tile system benefits only 75 % of the production offered by conventional solar panels. The resource of aesthetics is expensive …

In any case, the tile must come out with a new, more expensive and less productive technology in electricity than the panel. He also suffered from a lack of return of experiences.

Solar tiles or supervisor in the roof?

When choosing the type of equipment and installation for its photovoltaic installation, the individual can opt for:

• Solar tile: a better solution in terms of aesthetics – no extra time and aspect similar to traditional tiles – but insufficient profitability.

Note: It is likely that the solar tile will also suffer from structural weakness. Of small size, it must be installed in sufficient numbers. The greater the number of tiles, the more the electrical connections are numerous. This element complicates the task of Roofer and electrician and increases the risk of malfunction.

• The panels integrated in the building: good solution to save on coverage costs in the event of a new house or renewal of the roofs. «IAB» solar panels require the skills of expert roofs, at risk of suffering from sealing problems.

Note: To guarantee impeccable quality, we have our roofs.

• In addition to the construction of a new home or the renewal of an old roof, the installation of overlapping tiles or solar panels leads to a significant additional cost connected to the removal of the existing coverage. And this outside the cost of the equipment itself.
• Surprising panels: the simplest – and therefore the least expensive solution to implement. The siring photovoltaic panels are recommended on solar soils. In addition to the price criterion, they actually offer greater flexibility in case of replacement. In fact, it is not necessary to touch the structure or even the insulation or waterproofing of the roof.

Solar earth solutions

To obtain aesthetics, the sun ground uses invisible fixing systems, but also entirely black, completely black panels. The Solar Refuge also represents an aesthetic and profitable alternative to the photovoltaic tile for people who do not wish to touch the roof of their home.