Solar panels are a long-term investment that will provide you with clean, renewable energy for many years. Just like anything in this world, it takes maintenance to keep it running efficiently. Although solar panels require very little maintenance, appropriate maintenance is essential to derive maximum efficiency, durability, and longevity from your panels over the long term. Thus, in regard to maintenance, the real question for most homeowners is: What are the maintenance tasks I can do myself, and when should I call a licensed electrician? In this article, we will provide an overall solar panel maintenance checklist divided by DIY maintenance tasks and maintenance tasks that require a professional person to inspect the panels. So, let’s get started.