Can You Give Me Information On Solar Energy?
Nov 06, 2009 in
diy
I want to use some solar energy in my home. What can you tell me about how much it expenditure to start? Is there some sort of federal tax credit? What all do I need to buy (panels, batteries, etc)? Can a homeowner do the installation or must it be done by a professional? Would also appreciate any websites for retailers of solar energy items. Thank you very much for any information.
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2 comments
Hank on November 6, 2009 at 6:24 am
First, I reported the scumbag who gave the only answer so far, and I hope you did, too.
I’d also like to use solar energy, and I can only add what small I’ve learned so far. I’ve read several articles which suggest that a homeowner *can* do a lot of installations of solar gear, but I’m worried I can’t give you any details. One website I’ve seen for years, now, is http://www.mrsolar.com . At that site, they give both information and retail links (if not direct sales).
And yes, I have seen mentions of Federal tax credits for the use of some of these products — even if again I can’t give you any details.
I just did a search for some more web retailers that carry solar gear. Here goes…
The Alternative Energy Storehttp://home.altenergystore.com/
Solardyne.comhttp://solardyne.stores.yahoo.net/index.…
Infinigihttp://www.infinigi.com/
IDT Energy Storehttp://www.idtenergystore.com
I also learned what looks like another excellent information source: http://www.homepower.com/ You can probably get lots of answers there.
Excellent luck, and glad to see the appeal in renewable energy.
Amy on November 6, 2009 at 6:25 am
When I was gainfully employed, former to experiencing the bliss of retirement, I worked for a hardware store that marketed a solar energy system for single family residences.
The cost profile (this stuff is expensive) suggested that, if you plotted to live in your home for 19 years post-installation, you would amortize the cost.
There were federal and California state tax credits unfilled at the time, as well as a rebate from Pacific Gas and Electric (primary utility provider in No. Calif.) which produced a net cost near $20K.
You need to establish if your local power company is obligated to buy back surplus power from your solar system first. If they are not legally required to do so, that will make amortization more hard.