So they could throw up another few if they have the space.
Yes but I doubt they much more space to use. Already have a ground mount done
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Ok lads im taking the plunge,ive a lad coming tomorrow to have a look and see what i need.
What should i be asking him.Ive a fair idea but some advice from people who have them already would be appreciated.
Iāve been trying to get to a MW in a calendar month. Not sure I quite made it. Got over 900 a couple of times. Itās like freewheeling the sign in kettleshulme. Everything will have to go my way.
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Big thing is whether panels are on the roof or the ground really.
The main expense is in the size of the battery storage you want, if any. Panels cost around ā¬250 apiece now whereas you could spend the price of 20 panels on decent battery storage; all depends on your needs, usage and whether you are on a night tariff or not.
Edit meant for @Massey
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Make sure your inverter isnāt locked to a particular brand of battery, i think Huawei inverters cab only use Huawei batteries
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On a related topic; it is a fairly Irish situation when the energy suppliers are allowed to add VAT to Standing charges, PSO Levies and the Carbon Tax amounts on your bill. Surely the VAT should only be applied to the energy consumed, which is the service provided?
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Thatās if he wants to get a battery. We have one, but Iām worried about fire risk tbh.
Iāve mine mounted outside which would reduce the fire risk; I wouldnāt put one near an attic or insulation anyway
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First quote done,rough estimate for 18 panels,inverter,10kw battery and a changeover switch 11k.
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Do the lads at the Mart know youāre at this racket. Youāll be an outcast with them ideasā¦
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To paraphrase Eamo
Technology is the key as even planet killing fossil fuel loving muldoons wont look a gift horse in the mouth
@Julio_Geordio @TreatyStones @flattythehurdler @StoneCold is that a reasonable price
What size panels is he quoting you for, in Watts?
That will be in the official quote i assume,im using 900kwh a month
It seems ok; most panels nowadays have an output of 440 or 450w apiece.
Is the price you quoted after the grant has been factored in?
For context, I got 21 panels with 8kwh of battery for ā¬10,500 after grant. 5kw inverter and I didnāt bother with a changeover switch so I think you are doing well.
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Mine was just under 20k. Included heat pump which after grant was around 6.5k. plus 4 rad changes, thermostats and a tricky wiring job to hook it all up. And BER before and after. With two batteryās
Seems about right.
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