04-09-2009, 04:39 AM
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Originally posted by TheYogi
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.
I'm on it....
working up a spreadsheet now.
I bought one of those gadgets that lets you plug in your appliances and stuff and it tells me how many watts and amps its pulling.
Chris