Monitoring Solar Systems in North America

What is a solar monitoring system?

Solar monitoring systems provide a real-time snapshot of solar energy production data from your home solar system. A good monitoring system can tell you when one or more panels (aka “modules”) isn’t producing as much energy as others, or whether there’s some sort of electrical fault causing you to miss out on precious kilowatt-hours (kWh).

Do solar energy systems need a monitoring system?

Solar energy systems usually come with a basic monitoring system, but these don't provide much detailed information. For more in-depth tracking, such as seeing how much power your appliances use, adding a separate, stand-alone monitoring system is often a better option.

Why should you use solar monitoring?

You can use solar monitoring to track your system’s performance over time, assist in troubleshooting various problems, track your solar investment’s financial performance, and give you peace of mind that everything is working as it should. There are three main types of solar monitoring systems:

Which solar installers offer monitoring software?

There are a few nationwide solar installers that offer monitoring software, but these are mostly re-skinned versions of equipment manufacturer offerings. Other nationwide installers offer web portals with day-after data, but no real-time monitoring. The one that stands apart from the others is Tesla.

What is the cost of a solar monitoring system?

Solar monitoring systems can quickly pay for themselves by saving you money on energy from the power grid. Typically, stand-alone monitoring systems cost anywhere from around $80 to $400, while integrated systems are included in the cost of your complete solar energy installation.

How can I monitor my solar system's energy production?

Monitor your solar system’s energy production and see which energy source your home is currently using. We offer apps across multiple platform so that you can monitor your home’s energy status from anywhere at any time from any device. Download our free mobile app and stay on the top of your home energy.