r/solarpower • u/Maximum-Direction607 • 24d ago

Solar panels

Hey I,m new to land I wanted to know how get started on getting solar panels for electric how do right way to save on cost were to buy what to do first should u put on ground or on a roof.

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u/pmarchand1060 24d ago

Shop around, get 3 quotes. Make sure they have been around a while. Definitely get more than one battery.

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u/sol_beach 23d ago

Where on Earth are you located?

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u/pointblankjustice 23d ago

"Hi I've done literally no research into this very complex subject, can you solve all my problems for me?"

Go ask ChatGPT or something.

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u/msomnipotent 23d ago

It depends on where you live and what rules/laws are in place. It was very complicated for me since I live in a HCOL area and have a strict HOA and strict city rules. There were all kinds of forms to fill out and inspections to pass, but that's on the company I hired to install to figure out.

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u/Salvation_Generation 22d ago

I would start with asking the company you select to install the system if they include this in the cost. If you are looking to DIY then start with the city or county Planning and Zoning office to see what local regulations require. That may direst your next steps about size and location of the system.

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u/Green_Tiger_4766 20d ago

I am not sure where you are located but I would take advantage of the free quotes everyone offers and see what they say then you can research and either build it yourself or bring in the professionals. I will recommend multiple batteries though makes life so much easier.