MPPT & inverter tuning
Adjust MPPT behavior and cut-in/cut-out points to match site conditions and reduce energy clipping while respecting warranty limits.
Services focused on maximizing system output and value
Shadystonewalk provides a portfolio of services designed to recover lost energy, reduce operational losses, and extend useful life for solar systems. We prioritize interventions that provide measurable yield uplift and strong economic return. Our service suite includes site-specific shade studies, MPPT and inverter tuning, module-level power electronics evaluation, preventive cleaning programs, and continuous performance monitoring. Each service is tailored to site conditions and owner goals. We work across residential, commercial, and utility-scale installations. Our recommendations include an estimate of expected annual energy increase and a clear cost-benefit summary to help clients make confident decisions. Contact us to schedule a screening assessment or request a full proposal for optimization work.
Core optimization techniques
Shadystonewalk uses a combination of electrical, mechanical, and operational techniques to maximize energy harvest. We perform MPPT tuning at inverter level to adapt to site irradiance and temperature behavior and to reduce midday clipping when appropriate. For arrays affected by partial shading or mismatch, we evaluate module-level power electronics such as DC optimizers or microinverters to recover production and stabilize string behavior. Proper tilt and azimuth analysis reduces seasonal losses while row spacing and layout adjustments can lower inter-row shading for ground-mounted systems. Soiling is managed with evidence-driven cleaning programs and optional anti-soiling coatings to limit dust and pollen accumulation. We also recommend targeted hardware upgrades when ROI is favorable, including higher-efficiency modules or string reconfiguration. Each technique is modeled for expected annual yield change and presented alongside operational implications and maintenance needs. This combined approach allows owners to capture technical gains while controlling lifecycle costs.
Module-level electronics
Evaluate and deploy optimizers or microinverters to mitigate mismatch caused by shading, soiling, or panel tilt variation.
Soiling management
Implement cleaning schedules based on measured soiling rates and use low-impact methods to restore production while minimizing costs.
Service process and deliverables
Our process begins with a screening assessment to prioritize sites for optimization based on historical production, satellite shading, and site constraints. If the site is suitable, we perform an on-site evaluation that includes string-level monitoring, IV curve tracing when practical, thermal imaging to find hotspots, and a shade survey that covers seasonal sun angles. Following data collection, we create a prioritized action plan that lists recommended hardware and control changes, estimated energy uplift, cost estimates, and payback projections. Implementation can be staged to manage capital and operational impact. After implementation, we measure results using a defined baseline and monitoring metrics so clients can see the realized gains. Deliverables include a technical report, modeled yield projections, a measurement and verification plan, and long term monitoring dashboards if requested. We emphasize transparent economic modeling and safety-driven field work so owners have clear expectations and measurable outcomes.
Site assessment
Remote screening and on-site diagnostics to quantify loss drivers and prioritize actions.
Implementation
Field-safe upgrades and configuration changes executed by experienced technicians, staged to minimize downtime.
Start with a free screening assessment
Submit key site details and recent production data. We will return a concise screening that highlights potential lifts and next steps.