Modern solar projects are no longer simple panel-and-inverter installs. Greg Smith explains why reliability now depends on system architecture, communication details, documentation, customer expectations, and disciplined site assessment. For installers building solar-plus-storage systems, the fundamentals still matter, especially when every component must work together.
Main Topics Discussed
• Why solar installs now function as full energy systems
• Communication failures across batteries, MLPE, and inverters
• Common design and commissioning mistakes in the field
• Setting realistic homeowner expectations for battery backup
• Why documentation and site visits remain essential for reliability
