Covering the roof of your veranda with solar panels is still a marginal practice in France.

However, it does not lack interest.

Here's why.

Comfort guaranteed

The black point of winter gardens generally lies in their thermal and sound insulation.

However, as the veranda is fully glazed, the loss of heat or, conversely, an excess of temperature, can quickly have unpleasant consequences on a daily basis, and the installation of mobile awnings is often necessary.

An innovative solution to this thermostat problem, the photovoltaic veranda resolves the issue thanks to the insulation provided by the solar panels which integrate an additional thickness of polycarbonate into the roof.

And for those who doubt the aesthetics of such an installation, you may prefer semi-transparent or transparent panels, in return nevertheless for a reduced electricity production.

A rigorous project

The photovoltaic veranda must be installed by a specialized professional and meet certain criteria, in order to guarantee maximum performance.

Ideally, this room should have a roof area of ​​20 to 25 m2.

This surface area makes it possible to integrate a sufficient number of solar panels to approach a power of 3 kWh, without crossing this threshold beyond which you would be considered a professional.

Likewise, the veranda must be oriented towards the south, in order to benefit from optimal sunshine, while the roof must allow an inclination of the photovoltaic panels of between 15 and 45 degrees.

Otherwise, it is also possible to orient the veranda towards the west or the east, compensating by a greater degree of inclination of the roof.

Long-term profitability

This equipment requires a heavy financial investment.

Between the price of the veranda and that of the photovoltaic panels, an installation of 20 to 25 m2 costs nearly 40,000 euros, or double the price of a conventional model.

This cost can be reduced thanks to aid from local authorities, the photovoltaic self-consumption premium as well as the resale of all or part of the electricity produced.

In addition, this veranda can make it possible to achieve energy savings by ensuring virtual self-sufficiency in terms of electricity, or even heating.

This will allow you to make your investment profitable over the long term.

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