01-07-2016, 02:47 AM
having solar and not tying in to hello is the way to go. neighbors spent 25K with a big system with helco tie-in. during the hurricane they were over and heard my water pump come on. wondered how i still had power when they didn't and we all were without for a week. well it runs on my own batteries. keep your helco, but lower your bill by just putting a few items on. build it green in hilo is very helpful, seem to have good prices and they can refer contractors if you are not inclined to do yourself. just my 2 cents..