04-08-2009, 03:29 PM
The KEY to cheaper solar is smart planning. Make a "load list" and figure out which items are drawing a ton of wattage and determine if you can switch to propane or more efficient models. Smart initial planning via energy efficiency, switching high draw items to solar, and having a generator for those rare times you want to run VERY high draw items makes solar very affordable, especially with the 30% tax credit from the feds.