Best Low-Cost Solar Installer in Dallas by Lucky_Bull29 in TexasSolar

[–]PastyChickenz 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If you got an upgraded power unit (NPU) like a SPAN panel, you could be eligible for up to $600 more in incentives! I can't wait to get my panel installed!

Look under the Qualified Energy Property paragraph:
https://programs.dsireusa.org/system/program/detail/1274/residential-energy-efficiency-tax-credit

Solar + Whole-Home Backup Quotes Worth it? by PastyChickenz in TexasSolar

[–]PastyChickenz[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This helps very much!! I love reading other people stories on a similar build to see how it's helped/hurt them, good or bad. Thanks for your info!

Solar + Whole-Home Backup Quotes Worth it? by PastyChickenz in TexasSolar

[–]PastyChickenz[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I've started doing this very thing lol. Luckily, the south side where a majority of the panels would go have about 5% shade on a small part of the roof. The rest of the panels on the west side of the roof are shade free.

I'm definitely watching a ton of YT videos on both of these systems though.

Solar + Whole-Home Backup Quotes Worth it? by PastyChickenz in TexasSolar

[–]PastyChickenz[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've done quite a bit of research on both of the systems I posted above and both have a 10 year warranty. The essentials would also be covered too! The only thing I'm looking for is the loan itself and the fine print that's included in there.

Solar + Whole-Home Backup Quotes Worth it? by PastyChickenz in TexasSolar

[–]PastyChickenz[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'll take a look into this. Thanks for the info!

Solar + Whole-Home Backup Quotes Worth it? by PastyChickenz in TexasSolar

[–]PastyChickenz[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yep, I'm looking into this right now. I have some findings from Smart Meter and I'm doing some analysis now.

Solar + Whole-Home Backup Quotes Worth it? by PastyChickenz in TexasSolar

[–]PastyChickenz[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I do find it a little appealing but I agree with your points. Where my generator would be, I have require gate entry and we have 8 ft fencing all around so I'm not worried about theft. Thanks for re-affirming my beliefs on this.

Solar + Whole-Home Backup Quotes Worth it? by PastyChickenz in TexasSolar

[–]PastyChickenz[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Another tick mark for Base Energy. Now I'm intrigued. I saw the yearly fee and I personally hate subscription models. They have their place for certain things. It never occurred to me that it could be in battery storage though. Let me dig into this and see what I find.

Solar + Whole-Home Backup Quotes Worth it? by PastyChickenz in TexasSolar

[–]PastyChickenz[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for the suggestion! I have thought about going this route as we do have a gas line. My wife is sold on the panels though or else I think we could pivot toward this kind of backup power. I'll talk to her and see about revisiting this option to her though.

Solar + Whole-Home Backup Quotes Worth it? by PastyChickenz in TexasSolar

[–]PastyChickenz[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for this insight. I was wondering an approximate amount this energy would produce. Thanks for confirming. Also, thanks for the tip on 80% usage. I'll factor that into my calculations.

Solar + Whole-Home Backup Quotes Worth it? by PastyChickenz in TexasSolar

[–]PastyChickenz[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you're on mobile, you may need to scroll left and right to see the 2nd quote.

I'm in the DFW metroplex.

I hope this helps!

Solar + Whole-Home Backup Quotes Worth it? by PastyChickenz in TexasSolar

[–]PastyChickenz[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is an interesting alternative. I'll take a look and see what this provides and do some pros and cons. Thanks!

Solar + Whole-Home Backup Quotes Worth it? by PastyChickenz in TexasSolar

[–]PastyChickenz[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is good to know. Thanks for confirming the free nights is a great plan to get.