If you’ve been installing solar for a few years, you’ve probably noticed how much the job has changed. Gone are the days when all you needed were a few wrenches, a tester, and a drill. In 2025, solar installation is smarter, faster, and more data-driven than ever before. New tools are helping installers save hours…
The Truth Nobody Wants to Tell You About Solar Installation in Nigeria If you’ve ever bought a solar system that didn’t last as promised — congratulations, you’ve probably been a victim of the solar sizing scam sweeping across Nigeria right now. It’s not that solar power doesn’t work. It’s that most people are sold systems…
Lithium batteries have become the backbone of modern solar systems in Nigeria. They charge faster, last longer, deliver deeper discharge, and perform far better than traditional lead-acid batteries. But as demand grows, the Nigerian market is now flooded with many brands — both original and fake. Choosing the wrong battery can lead to poor backup…
Switching your borehole pump to solar is one of the smartest ways to cut energy costs and enjoy uninterrupted water supply—especially with the cost of diesel, petrol, and unstable PHCN power.But the biggest question everyone asks is: “How many solar panels do I need to power my borehole pump?” In this guide, you’ll get a…
The dry season should be the best time for solar power. Clear skies, strong sunlight, and long days — perfect charging conditions, right? But many Nigerians notice the opposite: “Why is my solar charging slow?”“Why is my battery low even with bright sun?”“Why is my inverter tripping more often?” The truth is simple: Solar panels…
If you’ve ever wondered why some solar installations perform flawlessly while others barely power a fan, here’s the truth most installers won’t tell you: it all comes down to solar sizing. Yes — the real secret to getting the most from your solar system isn’t in buying the most expensive panels or batteries; it’s in…
Every experienced solar installer will agree on one thing:fixing another installer’s system is often harder than starting from scratch. On paper, it looks simple—identify the fault, replace the bad component, and move on. In reality, inherited solar systems come with hidden problems, undocumented decisions, and assumptions that make troubleshooting frustrating and time-consuming. 1. You Didn’t…
⚠️ Your Solar Is Not “Weak” — Here’s Why Freezers Don’t Work Properly Many Nigerian homes and businesses face the same problem: “My solar system is too weak. It can’t run my freezer.”“The installer told me it would carry everything!” Here’s the reality: most solar systems are not designed to handle freezers, and it’s rarely…
Yes — explode.It sounds dramatic, but thousands of Nigerians unknowingly damage their inverters every single day because of one simple mistake installers rarely talk about. The worst part?This mistake is 100% preventable… if you size your solar system correctly. Before we get into the “explosion rule”, let’s start with why it happens. The Real Danger:…
The solar market is growing fast—but so is the number of fake or substandard solar panels being sold to unsuspecting buyers. Many people lose money every year because they cannot differentiate an original panel from a fake one. If you’re investing in solar energy, you must know how to identify fake solar panels before you…