Risk of fire during operation – be careful with these sources of danger

Whether on the roof or just on the balcony. The handy solar systems for your own home are on everyone’s lips and are very popular in Germany. But how safe is the sustainable energy source? Let’s find out.

In recent years, balcony power plants have gained popularity as they offer an easy way to generate electricity and save money using renewable energy sources. Although solar power is a worthwhile investment given the rise in energy prices, there are safety and fire safety concerns. In this article we will show you when a balcony power plant can become a fire hazard.

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When does a balcony power plant pose a fire risk?

First of all: Basically, a balcony power plant no fire hazard The use of small photovoltaic systems is therefore very safe. As with all electrical devices, however, the balcony power plant can become a fire hazard in exceptional cases. Some of the most common reasons for fires that can be caused by balcony power plants are faulty installations, poor maintenance, damage to individual parts and the use of inferior components. To ensure that your balcony power plant does not become a source of danger, you should take the following measures:

• Only use high quality components: Cheap or inferior parts can fail faster or overheat, increasing the risk of fires.
• Regular maintenance: A professional electrician should check the system for proper operation at least once a year and repair or replace as necessary. Defective inverters in particular can quickly become a fire hazard.
• Avoids overload: Overloading the system can quickly lead to short circuits or overheating, which pose a higher risk of fire.

More precautions

If you want to be absolutely sure of excluding all fire risks, you should take further precautionary measures in addition to the precautions mentioned above:

• Avoids installation in extreme weather conditions: The balcony power station should not be installed in the rain or snow to avoid short circuits.
• Turn off when not in use: A balcony power station should be turned off when not in use to avoid the risk of overheating or malfunction.
• Uses a fireproof cover: A fire protection cover can help prevent the spread of fire once it has started.
• Do not run multiple balcony power plants at once: If you operate two or more solar panels via a multiple socket, you risk a house fire due to the overload.

Changes in 2023

Since January 1, 2023, balcony power plants exempt from VAT. So on average they are now 19 percent cheaper than the year before. So if you are toying with the idea of ​​purchasing a balcony power plant, you should strike now. There are also several subsidy programs for small solar systems. The amount of the grant varies from country to country.

If handled appropriately, the risk of fire from balcony power plants is hardly worth mentioning. So don’t be put off by the alternative energy source and see the system as a safe, cost-effective and environmentally friendly alternative to the conventional energy supply.

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