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re: Getting solar panels today!!
Posted on 3/23/15 at 6:59 pm to LSUAlum2001
Posted on 3/23/15 at 6:59 pm to LSUAlum2001
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The guy I usually work with was discussing the better load distribution using the RT-E mounts.
I'll have to read up more on this. They do look nice, but I see more penetrations. Also, I didn't see stainless steel hurricane rated bolts in the picture so I will go look back.
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I like more of a pole/tracker design than roof mounting myself. Boosts output and easier for any maintenance.
There's going to be options for not even having to go on your roof very soon. You want a carport? You want some window shades? Very cool things. AND, the fed credit is expiring 12/31/16, the cost is going to continue to come down for solar because the industry knows they are losing that. Batteries are getting smaller and better and cheaper.
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Posted on 3/23/15 at 7:03 pm to Sho Nuff
A friend that runs PM for major installs (4MW backlog this year) says batteries will drop 30% in cost within 3 years.
This post was edited on 3/23/15 at 7:04 pm
Posted on 3/23/15 at 7:04 pm to LSUAlum2001
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I make too much money in my full time job to do this on the side.
I'll design and install stuff for friends, but that's it.
Well that's cool. Solar companies aren't just raping people though. You doing this for a friend means you have no overhead. You can do 1 job and the means to do it isn't that crazy and you can take time. You order the parts for 1 job. When a company is installing nearly 200 jobs a month, you have to have a lot of insurance coverage, admin, engineers, installers, products in a warehouse, office space, etc etc. And customers want that installed in 1 day and for these solar companies to take care of all paperwork including the utilities, permits, and HOA's. Comparing what a "mom and pop" can do as far as 1 job a month to 200 isn't fair.
ETA: And I should add the 10 year install warranty I got with mine. You gonna cover your buds forever?
This post was edited on 3/23/15 at 7:06 pm
Posted on 3/23/15 at 7:35 pm to Sho Nuff
Components are warrantied, the install won't be an issue unless the roof needs repairing.
Posted on 3/23/15 at 8:08 pm to TeddyPadillac
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'm all for it.
I'm not here to bash it. we just suck at it and i wish we were better at electricity in general.
Nothing any of you have said contradicts that we suck at it.
That we suck at electricity? We dont suck at it, if you need that explained to you, you arent worth the time.
Technology and regulators are heading int he right direction for renewables. Its a political process to invest in new technology, its going to take time.
Posted on 3/23/15 at 8:45 pm to LSUAlum2001
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Components are warrantied
There's only 1 panel that I know of that gives 25 years bumper to bumper warranty. The rest are 25 year production, 10 on the parts & labor. Someone will have to get on the roof, remove panels, flash test the micros or panels to see what's going on, and change out the micro. Also, someone will have to work with the manufacturer to order the parts on the warranty exchange.
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the install won't be an issue unless the roof needs repairing.
There's more than just roof repairs that can go wrong with an installation as listed above.
Do you have contractor's insurance? What if you fell off your friend's house, do you have contractor's liability, etc? Just giving some ideas that it's not all profit for solar companies. You have to pay sales people too. Not everyone has a guy next door who can do an install from start to finish.
Posted on 3/23/15 at 8:45 pm to OceanMan
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Technology and regulators are heading int he right direction for renewables. Its a political process to invest in new technology, its going to take time.
Nah, bruh, we just suck at everything
Posted on 4/2/15 at 3:37 pm to Sho Nuff
Bumping this..
Received an email from one of the distributors promoting $1.27/watt for complete systems..
Received an email from one of the distributors promoting $1.27/watt for complete systems..
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Dear PV Partners,
I am happy to announce our new Elite Installer Program. Elite Installers receive our best pricing, flexible credit terms, co-op marketing dollars, and product and sales training. We also help signify your industry expertise through our Certified Partner and Elite Hyundai Dealer badges. The badges add additional credibility to your business and show your customers that you are in a partnership with one of the most reputable companies in the industry. Everything about our Elite Installer Program is designed to increase your monthly revenue.
This post was edited on 4/2/15 at 3:47 pm
Posted on 4/2/15 at 3:46 pm to LSUAlum2001
My meter has been spinning backwards all day for the past two weeks. Another $11 electric bill on the way!!
Posted on 4/2/15 at 3:47 pm to LSUWhoDat
How large is your current system?
Posted on 4/2/15 at 3:47 pm to LSUWhoDat
Send my regards to your neighbors
Posted on 4/2/15 at 3:53 pm to Tigerstudent08
Stuck in br traffic. I'll upload a job we finished for a poster from TD Tuesday once it loads. I'll let him out himself if he wants.
Posted on 4/2/15 at 3:55 pm to LSUDav7
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$15,000 grand
$15 million for solar panels? They will pay themselves off in 20,000 years. Solid.
Posted on 4/2/15 at 3:56 pm to Traffic Circle
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Do you recycle too?
Right?Posted on 4/2/15 at 4:05 pm to BigEdLSU
Posted on 4/2/15 at 4:07 pm to BigEdLSU
Solar panels on a camp. Brilliant.
Posted on 4/2/15 at 4:10 pm to Me4Heisman
I don't know the rules for his power company, but most companies don't give you a check every month if your power generated exceeds usage.
You only get something when you close that account and a balance still remains.
You only get something when you close that account and a balance still remains.
Posted on 4/2/15 at 4:10 pm to Me4Heisman
I'll give you the hookup too.
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Posted on 4/2/15 at 4:36 pm to LSUAlum2001
I have 26 panels. Maybe 6.75 kW. Don't quote me on that. I'll look later
Posted on 4/2/15 at 4:38 pm to LSUWhoDat
Soon you'll be able to do 10k with 12 panels.
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