3 Reasons to Use Helical Piles to Secure Solar Panels
Helical piles used in solar fields strengthen the solar panel against uplift, cuts costs, and are easier to remove than traditional concrete foundations.

Written by CHANCE Foundation Solutions on November 2, 2020
Technological advances have turned solar power into a viable alternative energy source on both the individual and industrial level. People everywhere are discovering that the installation of solar panels on their homes can significantly diminish their carbon footprint and slash domestic energy bills. But making large-scale solar energy generation a reality presents more of a challenge.
Obviously, the cost of “solar fields” is significantly higher, while the logistics of large-scale energy transmission and storage are, to put it mildly, complex. However, one of the most persistent and unexpected challenges is attempting to secure and stabilize large numbers of panels.
Even in sun-rich states like Arizona, solar panels are subjected to a lot of environmental abuse. Strong storms and flying debris can cause huge amounts of damage, and when wind speeds increase, these panels are as vulnerable as any other freestanding structure. Keeping these pieces firmly rooted into the surface ensures they can stay upright and serve their purpose.
The U.S. solar market has been steadily growing by an average of 49% per year since 2010, and the need for a universally viable and scalable solution to secure solar panels is critical. Contractors notice the trend, too. Using helical piles as the foundation for solar panel structures can safeguard this expensive equipment against the most common and severe environmental threats. Here’s how installing helical piles can keep your panels where they’re supposed to be:
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