Solar Tools of the Trade - ebook

Thinking about installing a solar-electric system? Having the right tools will allow you to get the job done quickly, done right, or done at all. If you have some electrical wiring experience or you’re the type of person who undertakes household building projects, you likely have a pretty well-equipped shop or tool shed. In addition to standard hand tools like insulated screwdrivers, a socket set, and box and open-end wrenches, you’ll need some specialized tools to install a solar-electric system. Many of the tools that the pros use are described below. Once you have them, and learn to use them properly, a safe and professional installation becomes a possibility. Quality tools, like quality anything, aren’t cheap, so plan to spend some money gearing up for your installation.