Reviewed September 2026.
Prepare for winter by reviewing your monitoring, reporting existing faults, and planning for seasonal production changes.
Check performance before storms arrive
Review recent production against the system’s seasonal expectations. Record fault messages and any persistent changes. Send your installer the equipment model and monitoring information rather than attempting electrical repairs.
Leave snow and ice removal to a professional assessment
Do not climb onto the roof, scrape panels, or apply de-icing products. Ask your installer about the manufacturer’s care requirements. The Department of Energy’s winter guidance does not recommend snow removal as a routine maintenance activity.
Understand winter production
Snow cover and shorter daylight hours can reduce generation. Review our Massachusetts winter solar guide for the distinction between cold-weather efficiency and seasonal energy production.
Make a separate outage plan
Solar, batteries, and a generator can work together when the equipment and controls are compatible and the system is engineered for that arrangement. A generator cannot simply be connected to an existing solar or battery system. Transfer controls, supported loads, charging behavior, and utility isolation must be addressed in the design.
Discuss the circuits you want to support, expected runtime, reserve settings, and maintenance. See Generators & Backup Power.
Request an assessment with BD Electrical & Solar. Tell us about your property, existing equipment, and priorities so we can define the appropriate scope.