DIY SOLAR ENERGY SYSTEMS
Can I set up a DIY solar system in Utah and still stay connected to the grid?
I purchased my home last year and would like to build myself some solar panels to supplement my energy use. The purpose would be to reduce my power consumption and power bill. I am not interested in, or capable of, spending several thousand dollars for a pro-installed system. I am not interested in being completely off-grid. Net metering is not necessary, but would be nice. I have experience with electrical and worked with my father (master electrician) for several years wiring homes. What are my realistic options to make a substantial dent in my bill? There appear to be many regulations concerning grid-tie systems. How do I get around them and still be safe? I don’t particularly care if some bureaucrat says my system is safe. Thanks.
Rocky Mountain Power Co (Pacificorp) and I live in the city (Ogden Metro)
How much do grid tie inverters cost?
I was interested in building the panels for the fun of it as well as price. I have not found many cheap panels.
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A lot depends on where you live..ie in city or out in the sticks
Im off grid and not useing a lot of juice so I have a lot cheaper system then what you will require.
tied into the grid….there are alot more things you need to explore…
I belive U.P.& L. Has some info you may want to look into in regards to tieing into their system. Im assumeing that who your dealing with. Then you will need permits. Inspections. Etc to tie into their system……..
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