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  You have put a lot of time and money into getting your solar panels installed, so it makes sense that you want to make sure they are in excellent condition for as long as possible. Solar panels are designed to last for 25 years or more, but that does not mean there is not some maintenance required sometimes. One thing that can damage your solar panels is dust build-up on them—especially if it is due to heavy rain, windy conditions, or hailstorms. In this article I will show you how often you should clean them (it is not very often) plus give some tips on how to get the job done right!   Heavy Rain   Cleaning your solar panels after heavy rain is an effortless process . You should be able to do it yourself in under an hour, and you will only need some cleaning supplies, like dish soap and water. The main reason it is important to clean your solar panels after heavy rain is that if you do not, then algae can start growing on them which will reduce the efficiency o...