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Question: Is it hard installing a residential solar energy system? a simple one.?

(Posted by: Giraee on 2010-02-26 16:53:03)

I was wondering if I can build a residential solar energy system easily? I am pretty good in using tools and everything.

Posted by: Amy on 2010-03-02, 05:33:54

Depending on the rules in your area, you may be able to install at least part of it. You should, or may be required by law to, hire an installer to connect the AC side of it. Do not get fooled by the build your own scams on the web. Most of them don't work, and those that do are not allowed to be connected to a home. You must get UL listed panels and inverter. You can see some residential packages here, altestore.com/ store/ Kits-and-Package-Deals/ Grid-Tied-Systems/ Alt-E-Designed-Grid-Tie-Packages/ c1087/ . To determine the size of the system you need, go to a grid-tied calculator like altestore.com/ store/ calculators/ on_grid_calculator/ .

Posted by: Art on 2010-02-26, 17:00:18

Its' hard to explain it in this yahoo answer but per your question Installing a residential solar energy System a simple one is fairly easy and it's like assembling a Computer. Because when you buy the main thing which is a Solar Panel, it's all ready to use and you only need wiring and fixing to the post which all the instructions will come with the Solar panel. To give you an idea about Solar Panels you can visit this blog green-energy-blog.net to find out more about Solar Panels. Goodluck

Posted by: David N on 2010-02-26, 20:09:11

The average homeowner can't install their own PV system. The codes and inspection requirements are enough to require a licensed electrician who is familiar with PV systems. You absolutely cannot legally connect a do-it yourself PV system to the grid. dsireusa.org/ go here and read up. There are financial incentives listed by state. To get the rebates you will have to hire a licensed contractor.

Posted by: Nin10dude on 2010-02-26, 23:01:50

It is pretty simple. You but a PVA for around $500-$1000, and you should get a professional to install it. however, you must get a employee from your local power company to connect it to the electric grid. If you do, you can start expecting checks in the mail for the energy you're selling.

Posted by: Denis L on 2010-02-27, 02:46:25

The average DIY person with a knowledge of electricity should be able to handle the low voltage side of things. However, if you are unsure, get an electrician to handle the high voltage side. Although the power may be originating from a low voltage panel or battery, the high voltage output of an inverter, is just as dangerous as the mains. Depending on where you live in the world, you may be able to do this yourself as long as you are not also connected to the grid. You will find basic information at the link below.

Posted by: Ramkumar G on 2010-02-27, 05:12:13

Hard to explain, better you consult with Solar group people. We need to fix solar panels to receive temperature and need a mechanism for converting into power energy. But it is quite expensive. Also, Storage Solar batteries to be replaced always.

Posted by: Pork Shank on 2010-02-28, 07:34:44

Giraee, This is an excellent question. You can build a residential solar energy system easily and for less than you would think. There are several programs out there that will give step by step guides on how to build your own solar electricity system or PV (Photo-Voltaic) system. These programs are fairly new and an excellent response to the large and expensive commercial systems. Several systems can tie back into the commercial power grid and feed electricity back into the main system. When this happens, the power company must pay you for the power. Don't get too excited though, they pay far less than they charge. Plus you have to generate enough excess to sell. So, basically, residential solar and even wind power are both accessible and inexpensive. Hope this answers your question.

Posted by: roderick_young on 2010-02-28, 09:07:12

If you want to do it for the challenge, then yes, it is possible to do. You would still need to pull permits from City Hall, or whatever authority has jurisdiction in your area. You would also need an interconnection agreement with your power company, to install the most cost-effective kind of system. But if your goal was to save money, there really isn't much of an advantage at all in doing it yourself. The installation is only a small part of the price - the panels themselves comprise the lion's share of the cost. And a professional installer can get panels at a cheaper price than an individual homeowner could.