Stop Obsessing Over Solar Panel Wattage

Higher wattage doesn’t mean a better solar panel—here’s what solar companies don’t tell you.

After reviewing hundreds of residential solar proposals, I keep seeing homeowners make the same costly mistake: choosing panels based on wattage alone. But here’s the truth: a 420W panel isn’t “better” than a 380W panel—it’s just physically larger.

In this short, I break down:

❌ Why wattage is misleading
✅ What you should focus on instead (efficiency, warranties, temperature coefficient)
💰 How to avoid overpaying for “high wattage” panels

Typical residential panels range from 370-420 watts because that size balances effectiveness with roof constraints—not because higher numbers equal superior technology.

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