I live in a state that does NOT give incentives to add "green energy" to my home but I'm thinking of adding a photovoltaic array or wind generator, or both. I've contacted several of the national energy companies and honestly can't get them to show up because my state doesn't give incentives.
I'd be looking for a simple GRID TIE system. I already have a N.G. backup generator for power outages so I don't want to invest in batteries that cost more than a N.G. generator for power outages. GRID TIE systems also have a faster pay-back because the total cost of the system is cheaper, the installation requires fewer electronics, etc.
BUT, I can't find a local area seller or installer. The Illinois installers (where they have big tax credits) don't seem to want to cross the state line to even talk to me, despite the fact that I can literally see Illinois from my porch.
Anyone here offer any advice? Help?
I need an equipment list/detailed parts list. Something simple like an 8kw to 12kw array, possibly a 1 or 2 kw wind generator added. What do I need to mount the panels? If I can get the bits and pieces I'm sure I can find someone to install it. I'm just trying to figure out how to make it all work (TALK TO ME SLOW & LOUD, so even I can understand it). If I can make it pay off in a reasonable time I'll buy it and add it. But nobody will give me real prices because I can't get full lists of things needed.
HELP???
I'd be looking for a simple GRID TIE system. I already have a N.G. backup generator for power outages so I don't want to invest in batteries that cost more than a N.G. generator for power outages. GRID TIE systems also have a faster pay-back because the total cost of the system is cheaper, the installation requires fewer electronics, etc.
BUT, I can't find a local area seller or installer. The Illinois installers (where they have big tax credits) don't seem to want to cross the state line to even talk to me, despite the fact that I can literally see Illinois from my porch.
Anyone here offer any advice? Help?
I need an equipment list/detailed parts list. Something simple like an 8kw to 12kw array, possibly a 1 or 2 kw wind generator added. What do I need to mount the panels? If I can get the bits and pieces I'm sure I can find someone to install it. I'm just trying to figure out how to make it all work (TALK TO ME SLOW & LOUD, so even I can understand it). If I can make it pay off in a reasonable time I'll buy it and add it. But nobody will give me real prices because I can't get full lists of things needed.
HELP???