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Forum: Solar Power 02-14-18, 09:08 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 13,153
Posted By dcveem3
Rooster, Thanks for the post/help. That's...

Rooster,

Thanks for the post/help. That's great direction on stuff I need to do anyway before buying. But that still leaves me with question of, how much solar potential does my house roof have?...
Forum: Solar Power 02-13-18, 06:52 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 13,153
Posted By dcveem3
So, 3 quotes in. 12.5kw, 14.75kw system and...

So, 3 quotes in. 12.5kw, 14.75kw system and today, a 22kw system!! Geez. Such a difference. 22kw system said it was "based off solar charts for your area".

I'm still inclined to buy a cheapo...
Forum: Introductions 02-09-18, 06:02 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,814
Posted By dcveem3
Got an estimate a week ago...I'm going to digest...

Got an estimate a week ago...I'm going to digest it this weekend and see what I've learned...or need to learn!!

Thanks all,
Don
Forum: Geothermal & Heat Pumps 01-30-18, 06:38 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 84,799
Posted By dcveem3
Man...that must be with company owned tanks? EIA...

Man...that must be with company owned tanks? EIA says prices in your area are $1.89/gal right now.

Don
Forum: Geothermal & Heat Pumps 01-29-18, 07:43 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 84,799
Posted By dcveem3
For me? I bought 1000 gallons of propane this...

For me? I bought 1000 gallons of propane this past summer for 1.10/gal. I've bought it for less than that. I just bought 600 gallons in the dead of winter for 1.60/gal.

I'd LOVE to have NG!! ...
Forum: Geothermal & Heat Pumps 01-27-18, 04:34 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 84,799
Posted By dcveem3
I did mine with Propane. NG doesn't have the...

I did mine with Propane. NG doesn't have the market volatility that LP does. Mine can be anywhere between 22* to 41*. This year based on market conditions of electric vs LP, I'm at 40*. Also...
Forum: Solar Power 01-27-18, 04:15 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 13,153
Posted By dcveem3
Yes, been in your thread many times !! Great...

Yes, been in your thread many times !! Great project. I hope mine goes as well. I'm sure I'll have more options to bounce off the group. Hopefully they tolerate my noobness!

Don
Forum: Solar Power 01-27-18, 04:07 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 13,153
Posted By dcveem3
Looking over my Met-Ed bill...I have: Customer...

Looking over my Met-Ed bill...I have:
Customer charge
Distribution charge
Solar Requirements Charge(isn't that ironic)
Default Service Support Charge

I also have a Generation charge from AEP,...
Forum: Solar Power 01-26-18, 07:26 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 13,153
Posted By dcveem3
Sorry not to answer sooner...that's exactly the...

Sorry not to answer sooner...that's exactly the information I'm working with now. I'll post it as soon as I find out.

Also, I'm learning about energy credits and the $$ paid by my state (PA).
...
Forum: Solar Power 01-21-18, 05:49 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 13,153
Posted By dcveem3
Wow that's great. As a final retirement home,...

Wow that's great. As a final retirement home, I'm ok with a slab. But for now I favor a walk-out basement. No back-fill on 2 sides. No moisture. However, it does get chilled. No doubt. I like...
Forum: Solar Power 01-21-18, 12:20 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 13,153
Posted By dcveem3
Randen...thanks for the reply! Tell me about the...

Randen...thanks for the reply! Tell me about the house...basement? Or a slab? One story or 2? I'm interested in geothermal for sure. But there are just so many options.....I just need time to...
Forum: Solar Power 01-20-18, 08:06 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 13,153
Posted By dcveem3
Well, I made ONE decision. My backup,...

Well, I made ONE decision. My backup, "take-the-edge-off" heat will be a Keystoker KA6 coal boiler. I'll have a radiator in the shop, 1st floor HVAC return and 2nd floor HVAC return. Domestic hot...
Forum: Geothermal & Heat Pumps 01-18-18, 07:45 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 3,263
Posted By dcveem3
Thanks!! Yeah, found one too...Bard Trio 5 ton. ...

Thanks!! Yeah, found one too...Bard Trio 5 ton. Can use the compressor to the side. Just like you said. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tyy8YlgrIZk

I also started to read the thread you...
Forum: Solar Power 01-18-18, 12:21 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 13,153
Posted By dcveem3
Will do thanks!! Still filling the brain...

Will do thanks!! Still filling the brain matter:thumbup:
Forum: Geothermal & Heat Pumps 01-18-18, 11:50 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 3,263
Posted By dcveem3
Quick question on Geothermal..perhaps.

Got a long-winded thread in Solar explaining my situation. If you have 10 minutes..

But, for now, if anyone wants to point me in the right direction concerning:

I have 3 year old 5 ton and 3...
Forum: Solar Power 01-18-18, 11:26 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 13,153
Posted By dcveem3
Doing that now. But from a DIY's perspective. ...

Doing that now. But from a DIY's perspective.

Thanks!
Don
Forum: Solar Power 01-18-18, 08:13 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 13,153
Posted By dcveem3
Don's Solar/Geo Ramblings

Hi all. I'm stuck between a rock and a bright place. Geo vs Solar. Thanks for all of your posts I've been digging through trying to learn about pros/cons of solar. I still have MUCH to learn and...
Forum: Solar Power 01-17-18, 02:17 PM
Replies: 745
Views: 476,608
Posted By dcveem3
Great thread...not going to lie, didn't read it...

Great thread...not going to lie, didn't read it all but I will. This is exactly the size of system I think I need, but roof mounted. Of course, I just started researching and need to learn a bunch...
Forum: Introductions 01-17-18, 07:21 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,814
Posted By dcveem3
I'm Don and it's been 3 weeks since I've had...

..a home project!! Yeah, ok, I need help. Seriously. I bounce from one activity to another about every 3-5 years. Well, I'm running out of years and after finishing a 5 year house renovation I'd...
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