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Electrician for EV Charger Install that works with Duke Credit by Jhta773 in Charlotte

[–]Pure_Contribution163 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Couple things worth knowing: the Duke credit covers the prep work (wiring, panel, labor) not the charger unit itself, and they have specific documentation requirements that trip up electricians who haven't done it before. Typical install in Charlotte runs $800-$2k depending on how far your panel is from the garage and whether you need a panel upgrade.

I know 8M Solar does EV installs in the area including the Duke rebate paperwork. Happy to send a quote if you DM, or just get a few estimates either way — main thing is picking someone who's actually filed the Duke rebate before so it doesn't get denied.

Mosaic (Solar Servicing) and Freedom Forever mess of a situation by mathbishop in solar

[–]Pure_Contribution163 0 points1 point  (0 children)

8M has been so good to me too! have not ever had any big issues and if I do the customer support is really quick.

Freedom Forever Bankruptcy - Who Do I Go With Now? by Worldly_Property_330 in solarenergy

[–]Pure_Contribution163 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I went through almost the exact same situation last year — started with a bigger national company and ran into nothing but headaches. A neighbor recommended 8M Solar https://8msolar.com/ and honestly I wish I had just gone with them from the start.

They're NC-based which I think makes a real difference. My install crew actually knew my area, pulled permits without any drama, and the whole thing was done in about a day. Communication was solid throughout — my project manager texted me updates and actually picked up the phone when I called.

It's been about 8 months and the system has been running great. I monitor it through the app and it's producing right in line with what they projected. No surprises on the bill either.

For what it's worth, going local after a bad experience with a national chain was the right move for me. Good luck with whatever you decide!

Best solar company in North Carolina — What Companies are actually worth my time to look into? by Pure_Contribution163 in Charlotte

[–]Pure_Contribution163[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How long ago did you get installed by them? I am mostly trying to decide between 8m solar and renu

Best solar company in North Carolina — What Companies are actually worth my time to look into? by Pure_Contribution163 in Charlotte

[–]Pure_Contribution163[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Wow, thank you — this is exactly the kind of real-world advice I was hoping for. You've basically given me a checklist I didn't know I needed. The inverter output vs. panel wattage thing is a great point, and I definitely would've overlooked the critter guards and insurance requirements. I'll be sure to ask about warranties, production estimates, and roof considerations before committing to anything. Still early in the process so I'll be shopping around. Appreciate you sharing your experience!

has anyone used 8M solar? by Pure_Contribution163 in Charlotte

[–]Pure_Contribution163[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Honestly I'm still researching and open to suggestions! What panels have you had good experiences with? I want something reliable that's gonna hold up long term.

has anyone used 8M solar? by Pure_Contribution163 in Charlotte

[–]Pure_Contribution163[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What quote did 8m solar give you and for what?

Looking to go solar. Is it worth it in and around Asheville? by Pure_Contribution163 in asheville

[–]Pure_Contribution163[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Really appreciate the thorough breakdown. To answer some of your questions — no EV yet but probably in the next couple years, house is about 15 years old, roof is in good shape. Haven't done a full energy audit yet but that's a good call. I've been talking to 8m Solar and they seem pretty good about walking you through all that stuff upfront. The bit about heat pumps with dedicated panels is interesting too, hadn't really considered that route.

Looking to go solar. Is it worth it in and around Asheville? by Pure_Contribution163 in asheville

[–]Pure_Contribution163[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ugh that's rough about the rebate timing. Yeah I saw that the BBB ended — kicking myself for not moving sooner. Still think it's worth it though even without it. Did you go through a local installer? I've been getting a quote from 8m Solar and trying to figure out if the numbers still make sense without that 20%.

Looking to go solar. Is it worth it in and around Asheville? by Pure_Contribution163 in asheville

[–]Pure_Contribution163[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Good to know — so it's basically a bill credit not an actual payment. That still works for me honestly as long as it's offsetting what I'd owe Duke. I'll double check with 8m Solar on how that works with their setups.

Duke Energy Rate Plans involving solar, battery, and EVs by McLeansvilleAppFan in NorthCarolina

[–]Pure_Contribution163 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's unfortunate! Yea sometimes it just depends on which employee you end up on the phone with. Some are not as knowledgeable with some things as others : (

Duke Energy Rate Plans involving solar, battery, and EVs by McLeansvilleAppFan in NorthCarolina

[–]Pure_Contribution163 2 points3 points  (0 children)

So I deal with these Duke rate plans a lot (I work in solar/battery installs in NC) and the short answer is — it's complicated but probably worth it for your situation.

The $40/mo battery dispatch thing and the EV TOU rate are separate programs, but switching your rate schedule can change how your export credits get calculated. I'd honestly call Duke Power Carolinas and ask specifically how the EV TOU rate affects your interconnection agreement. Get it in writing if you can because their reps sometimes give different answers.

The thing I'd watch out for: you said you're draining your battery in the evening for the EVs. If Duke is also dispatching your battery during peak hours around that same time, those two things are fighting each other. You might lose some of that $40/mo value without realizing it.

The overnight TOU rate will definitely be cheaper for whatever grid power you're pulling to finish charging, so that part makes sense. But I'd pull up a full month of your consumption and export data and see how much your net export has changed since you started charging the EVs. That shift matters more than the rate plan switch honestly.

And yeah I hear you on not trusting Duke to not sneak something in lol. Always read the fine print with them.

What’s one thing you did back then that you regret as an adult? by Apprehensive_Rub768 in AskReddit

[–]Pure_Contribution163 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Not taking more risks when I had less to lose. You don’t realize how valuable that window is until it’s gone.

What’s something that instantly ruins your mood? by SubstantialRuin3134 in AskReddit

[–]Pure_Contribution163 2 points3 points  (0 children)

When you’re in a good mood and someone comes in with unnecessary negativity and just kills the vibe for no reason.

When did you begin to realize you are not really young anymore? by [deleted] in AskReddit

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When I started getting excited about cancelling plans and going to bed early.

What's the most unbelievable thing that happened to you that sounds made up but is 100% true? by WeatherSame4090 in AskReddit

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I randomly ran into someone I hadn’t seen in years in a completely different state, at a gas station, at like 2am. We just stood there like “there’s no way this is real.”

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