Switching to solar power can feel like a big step — especially if you’re new to renewable energy. You’ve probably seen solar panels on rooftops and wondered, “How do those actually turn sunlight into electricity?”
Don’t worry — this guide breaks it down in simple terms so every homeowner can understand exactly how solar panels work and why they’re one of the smartest investments for your home.
1. It All Starts with the Sun
Solar panels work by capturing sunlight and turning it into usable electricity. The panels are made up of many solar cells, usually built from a special material called silicon.
When sunlight hits these cells, it excites the electrons inside them — causing them to move. This movement creates direct current (DC) electricity — the same type of power that comes from a battery.
2. The Inverter Does the Magic
The electricity produced by your solar panels is DC power, but your home appliances use alternating current (AC) power.
That’s where the inverter comes in. It converts the DC power from your panels into AC power that you can actually use to run your lights, refrigerator, TV, and other household devices.
Think of the inverter as the “translator” between your solar panels and your home.
3. Powering Your Home in Real Time
Once the inverter converts the energy, the AC electricity flows into your home’s main electrical panel. From there, it’s distributed to power all your connected devices and appliances — just like electricity from the grid.
If your solar panels produce more electricity than you’re using at the moment, that extra energy doesn’t go to waste. It can either:
- Be stored in a battery (if your system includes one), or
- Be sent back to the grid, earning you credits from your utility company through a program called net metering.
4. Somar Makes It Simple
At Somar, we make switching to solar effortless. From the first consultation to installation and ongoing support, our team ensures you get the best performance, reliability, and savings from your system.We handle everything — so all you have to do is enjoy the benefits of clean energy.
Ready to Power Your Home with the Sun?
Join thousands of homeowners who’ve made the switch to sustainable energy. Talk to a Somar expert today and find out how much you can save by going solar.