Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. The good news for Nairobi homeowners is that the vast majority of residential roofs are suitable for solar β Kenya's equatorial location means even a non-ideal roof will outperform the same roof in most European countries. But some factors do matter significantly.
1. Roof Orientation
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"In Nairobi at 1.3Β°S latitude, a north-facing roof at 15Β° tilt produces only 2β3% less energy annually than the optimal angle β almost all roofs work well."
2. Roof Tilt and Angle
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3. Shading Analysis
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4. Roof Condition and Remaining Life
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5. Roof Load Capacity
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6. Available Roof Area
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What If My Roof Isn't Ideal?
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