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 water as well.
So, while I manage that project, I'm off on Solar. I think with my low-level of knowledge on that topic and the fact I want to make the call ASAP, I'm going to look for a local solar company and just be upfront and tell them I'm going to do this myself and I'll pay them for their knowledge. Meanwhile, I'll continue extracting all the info I can.
For example, I used just under 20,000kw last year. I'm thinking a 14kw system is more in order. I just have to test for exposure levels to be able to use my roofs. They are angled at 38deg and point south. I do have some trees however on that one side that may impact. But without testing...how do you know? I'm assuming someone has a meter you can setup on your roof for a week and see your exposure? Or am I being too critical?
More reading...lol.
Thanks!
Don
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