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Myths slow down good decisions. Here are twelve about solar in Raipur, with plain answers.
Quick answer: solar works in cloud at lower output, needs light maintenance, will not zero fixed charges and is supported by subsidy and loans.
| Myth | Fact |
|---|---|
| Solar needs hot weather | Heat reduces efficiency; light matters |
| It does not work in cloud | Output drops but continues |
| Panels need constant cleaning | Periodic cleaning suffices |
| It will make my bill zero | Fixed charges remain |
| Batteries are compulsory | Optional for on-grid |
| It is too expensive | Subsidy and loans help |
| Panels last five years | Typically 25 years or more |
| Roofs will leak | Not with proper sealing |
| Any installer is fine | Choose registered, local ones |
| Subsidy is automatic | You must apply before installing |
| Solar works in power cuts | On-grid shuts down |
| Bigger is always better | Match size to use |
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Some myths are leftovers from the days when solar was expensive and inefficient. Others are marketing exaggerations or poor installations that gave solar a bad name. Understanding the source makes it easier to ask the right question.
| Claim | Better question |
|---|---|
| Zero bill guaranteed | What fixed charges will remain? |
| Best panels in the market | Which model, datasheet and certificates? |
| Government approved company | What is your portal registration? |
| Offer ends today | Can I take the written quote home? |
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They produce in daylight, less under cloud.
Costs have fallen and subsidy helps.
Periodic cleaning is enough.
Rarely; fixed charges remain.
Loans and subsidy make it accessible.
Visit C-29, Sector 3, Devendra Nagar, Raipur, Chhattisgarh 492001, call 083051 31420 or send your details online for a free survey and a written quotation, with the subsidy worked out. Our solar installation in Raipur team replies the same working day.
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