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9
Sep
Solar panel

How Long Do Solar Panels Last?

While solar panels are meant to be an investment for the long run, many of the households in Illinois want to know just how long they will last. In most cases, solar panels can continue producing electricity for 25 years or longer. However, their performance can slowly vary with the…
12
Aug
Tiny Home Solar

Solar Panels for My Tiny Home: What You Need to Know

Tiny homes are designed for simplicity, efficiency, and lower living costs. Adding solar panels can take that efficiency even further by reducing or eliminating electricity bills and increasing energy independence. Whether your tiny home is parked in the Metro East, southern Illinois, or somewhere in between, a properly sized solar…
12
Aug
Solar Critter Guards

What Are Solar Critter Guards – And Do You Need Them?

Solar critter guards (also called solar panel critter guards or squirrel protection) are physical barriers installed along the edges of rooftop solar panels. They close the open gaps underneath the array while still allowing airflow, keeping birds, squirrels, and other animals from nesting or chewing wiring. Why Wildlife Is a…
12
Aug
Solar panel critter guards

Protect Your Solar Panels with Critter Guards

Solar panels are a significant investment designed to deliver clean energy and lower electricity bills for decades. One of the most overlooked threats to that investment is wildlife. Birds, squirrels, and other small animals often nest under rooftop solar arrays, where they can chew wiring, block ventilation, and cause damage…
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At Suns Up Solutions, we’re committed to reliable, efficient solar care — from new installations to repairs, cleaning, and critter guard protection — helping the Metro East and Greater St. Louis area get the most from clean energy.