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Why Clean Solar Panels Work More Efficiently

Learn why clean solar panels work more efficiently and how dirt, pollen, and debris reduce solar panel efficiency in Maryland and Washington DC.

yurii Skliaruk

5 days ago3 min read

Do Solar Panels Really Need Cleaning? Full Guide for Maryland & Mid-Atlantic Homeowners

As you can see in the photo, we conducted a simple but powerful experiment. The dirty solar panels were producing only 145 watts and 4 amps , significantly below their expected output.After professional cleaning, the same panels increased to 182 watts and 5 amps — a boost of more than 25% in real performance. This example clearly shows how much dirt impacts solar efficiency and why regular cleaning makes a measurable difference. Solar panels are designed to last 25+ years