Should You Go Solar? A Super Helpful Beginner's Guide to Home Solar Power

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  • @ExploringAlternatives
    @ExploringAlternatives  ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Thanks for watching! You can follow and find out more about iSolara here:
    isolara.com/
    facebook.com/profile.php?id=100040376960950

    • @bleh329
      @bleh329 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thank you! Excellent vid, as always ❤❤❤

    • @ExploringAlternatives
      @ExploringAlternatives  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks so much, happy you enjoyed it :)

    • @docbrown6550
      @docbrown6550 ปีที่แล้ว

      One of the companies I priced for Solar panels was $65,000 for my home, It would take me 36 years to pay for that at the cost of what I pay for my light bill now.

    • @elsiemeade3857
      @elsiemeade3857 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​@@docbrown6550don't get it.

    • @terryrodbourn2793
      @terryrodbourn2793 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      You should get the cigs 200w flexible panel to test!

  • @78town
    @78town ปีที่แล้ว +39

    I would advise going battery for the simple fact that many states are trying to charge for the energy you use from your OWN solar. Go off grid as much as possible.

    • @dabbytheduke8453
      @dabbytheduke8453 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

      It’s crazy man 😭

    • @leviandhiro3596
      @leviandhiro3596 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Isn't that extortion

    • @wege8409
      @wege8409 28 วันที่ผ่านมา

      I remember at some point somebody saying that you could sell excess electricity back to the state... dunno how true that was, but definitely not true now.

  • @b_uppy
    @b_uppy ปีที่แล้ว +53

    Instead of conventional roofing material on carports, terraces, porches, etc substituting them for bifacial solar panels reduces general costs, reduces heat issues/adds to solar panel efficiency, is more pleasing esthetically etc.

    • @jayson657
      @jayson657 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      I always that was a great Idea. I like having a covered backyard deck, rather than a crank out canvas awning I’d love to frame up a roof over it and use solar panels as the roofing material. Two birds with one stone.

    • @b_uppy
      @b_uppy 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@jayson657
      Exactly.
      I would try to set it up in a way allows the heat to escape, especially near the top even on bifacial panels because it does improve efficiency. They found vertically placed panels did surprisingly well for harvesting energy...

  • @extraart1
    @extraart1 ปีที่แล้ว +33

    I wish all TH-cam videos were as educational and concise as this one- excellent!

    • @ExploringAlternatives
      @ExploringAlternatives  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks so much! Really happy that you found this solar power videos helpful :)

  • @PhiltonPhillips
    @PhiltonPhillips ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Dear exploring alternatives, please consider adding the new super thank you tipping option on your videos, as I have occasionally enjoyed them so much that I wanted to tip you both for the helpful information! You guys are the best, keep the quality content coming!! Thanks!!

  • @TheLinKrust
    @TheLinKrust ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Such an interesting video - I live in South Australia and 70% of the state’s electricity is from solar (and a HUGE amount comes from house mounted systems). I’d love to see something like Rewire Australia in my neighbourhood!!

  • @shamsiqbalrhone7850
    @shamsiqbalrhone7850 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    Very well explained all the questions that might pop up in our head!
    Thank you exploring alternative team and the guest.❤

    • @ExploringAlternatives
      @ExploringAlternatives  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      So happy you found the video helpful, thanks for checking it out :)

  • @drsmbrownlee
    @drsmbrownlee ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Thanks so much for this! This is one of the most succinct and thorough overviews I've seen. Great work.

    • @ExploringAlternatives
      @ExploringAlternatives  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for your comment and feedback! I'm really happy that you found this solar power video helpful :)

  • @Freetheworldnow
    @Freetheworldnow ปีที่แล้ว +13

    I have been off grid for almost 15 years.
    My inverter has died twice due to lightning. A thousand dollar repair each time, leaving me at the mercy of a gen set while waiting for the repair to be done.
    My inverter does not come with a built in surge protector.
    If yours does not have one, then I recommend to install an after market unit.
    This is my biggest recommendation to anyone considering a solar system.
    My second recommendation is to go for a 48 volt system. The higher the voltage the better.
    Do your own research on batteries, as there are a lot of options out there and most being easily accessible.

    • @bleh329
      @bleh329 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Excellent advice!

  • @CherokezPittman
    @CherokezPittman 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

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  • @bleh329
    @bleh329 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    I'm so glad to see solar continue to improve. I hope to be fully or minimum 80% off grid some day. And I can't wait to see what kind of options there'll be 😆

  • @bradbates2339
    @bradbates2339 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    This really seems to cover a lot of the issues quite thoroughly. Maybe every home on the planet needs this if we really want to slow down climate change.

  • @tumbleweed1976
    @tumbleweed1976 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    Consider scaling back your power use to reduce overall cost. Example air dry clothes or use largest draws by day.

  • @cathylynnpietranton
    @cathylynnpietranton ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Thank you so much Matt and Danielle. This was very interesting and informative. ❤

    • @ExploringAlternatives
      @ExploringAlternatives  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks Cathy, happy you found this video informative. We actually learned a lot too while talking to Albert and filming this video, it was pretty cool :)

  • @RedRuffinsore
    @RedRuffinsore 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    My biggest concern is hail. I am on my 3rd roof in the past 4.5 years due to hailstorms. The solar power firms claim they will withstand hail, but recent pictures of most of a solar farm destroyed by hail has me questioning it.

    • @triforcelink
      @triforcelink 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      You need a metal roof.

  • @weston.weston
    @weston.weston ปีที่แล้ว +16

    This is a great segment.

  • @keliblum6591
    @keliblum6591 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Great video I would love to see more like this. 😊

  • @dannywhite8057
    @dannywhite8057 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    I'm on solar because the Australian electricity prices are through the roof. I have a generator for backup.

    • @bleh329
      @bleh329 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Nice! I hope to be fully or at least 80% off grid one day.
      I bet one day the power companies will excuse their exorbitant prices on people switching to solar 😂

    • @dodgeplow
      @dodgeplow ปีที่แล้ว

      @@bleh329 one day? they already are. They say since not as many people are on the grid they have to spread the costs amongst a smaller number of people

    • @bleh329
      @bleh329 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@dodgeplow Ah. Well, it's not like I can say I'm surprised.
      What geniuses they are! Force your own market to shrink and then blame it on that market! 🤣🤣🤣

  • @strongsus4798
    @strongsus4798 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Thanks so much for the information 🎉 from South Africa

  • @feras5017
    @feras5017 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I would do more than 100% because we now have electric cars and a lot of home appliances can be electric only like a heat pump instead of natural gas to worm up your house or electric oven and stoves etc.

  • @30ASOLAR
    @30ASOLAR 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Nice video. Would be great to see more about hybrid systems both off-grid/grid-ties and wind and solar hybrid power. I like your content.

  • @joewoodchuck3824
    @joewoodchuck3824 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I don't care much about selling my excess power, so I'd keep it simpler and cheaper to just run home stuff. Excess power can make hot water or power some winter heat.

  • @jybuis3939
    @jybuis3939 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Would like to know what brand of ground mount is featured at 4:30 with the flip-up ability to change tilt.

    • @ExploringAlternatives
      @ExploringAlternatives  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      The ground mounts that tilt in this video are from iSolara. Thanks for watching!!

  • @noemisolano4748
    @noemisolano4748 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Very informative video, thank you! I now know more about solar panels for residential homes.

  • @SolarwithJett
    @SolarwithJett 25 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Fantastic video! If you’re in the Virginia Beach area and want to see the price on solar panels lmk! I’d be more than happy to help

  • @chadcase5936
    @chadcase5936 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love the portable size.

  • @yeanswers
    @yeanswers 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    insightful video!

  • @SkoolieBoyQue
    @SkoolieBoyQue ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Thanks guys!

  • @unpopuIaropinion
    @unpopuIaropinion ปีที่แล้ว +7

    How long do batteries last, and if taken into account maintenance (ie battery replacement) is it worth it ?

    • @375Cheytac
      @375Cheytac ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Batteries are the most expensive part depending on your set up and how many panels you’ll need depending on where you live. They cost about $11k for a cheap rack that you do yourself. That is considered a good deal for lithium iron phosphate which will generally retain 80% capacity after 15 years. This gets you 30 kwh, which is what the average US household uses in a day.
      If you want to have 3 days of independent power, well, you’re looking at 30k. Most people would be fine with just having 30 kwh.

    • @tonylarose4842
      @tonylarose4842 ปีที่แล้ว

      "is it worth it?" Depends on if you are in an area with lots of blackouts. If you don't need to worry about power outage then no need to get batteries

    • @unpopuIaropinion
      @unpopuIaropinion ปีที่แล้ว

      @@tonylarose4842What about during the night when you need electricity ?

    • @seanvictorville4515
      @seanvictorville4515 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I just priced solar for my home. 12 panels was $15,000. And the battery was $16,000. The panels are warrantied for 25 years, and the battery is only for ten years.😮

  • @levibates
    @levibates ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Thanks for the solar information and costs!

    • @dangeroustoman
      @dangeroustoman ปีที่แล้ว

      If you are not using top of the line stuff and install it yourself it can be a lot cheaper.

  • @docbrown6550
    @docbrown6550 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    One of the companies I priced for Solar panels was $65,000 for my home, It would take me 36 years to pay for that at the cost of what I pay for my light bill now.

    • @docbrown6550
      @docbrown6550 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @Eric-ii9ce I have a 2,000 sq. ft home, all living area, all electric, my light bill is less than one hundred a month year round, I have a timer on my hot water tank and power strips on all appliances, including microwave, TV, and all such as this, I turn them off when not in use. I have a high efficiency central unit, My brothers home is around 1,400 sq. ft. his light bill is almost $400 a month. I keep trying to help him set his home up like mine but I guess he likes spending money.

    • @SCH292
      @SCH292 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Sounds like these "solar panels" and so on are more FOR RICH PEOPLE. You buy all that stuff out of your pocket, you have to make sure that you got LANDS to put the solar and PAY EVERYTHING.

    • @docbrown6550
      @docbrown6550 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@SCH292 We live in a Hurricane zone, we get them every 5-7 years, I realized there is no way it's feasible at the prices they charge and a storm wiping them out every time.

    • @sailising8832
      @sailising8832 หลายเดือนก่อน

      That’s like saying that you won’t buy a house because it will take you X amount of time to purchase it. There are purchasing options that offer no money down. But it doesn’t make sense then it doesn’t make sense

    • @docbrown6550
      @docbrown6550 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@sailising8832 It doesn't make sense, to purchase them when the payments for the panels are more than 2 1/2 to 3 times more than what my light bill is.

  • @Rouge_7
    @Rouge_7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    We installed solar in 2018 which produces 105% of what we use yearly. We're in California and it's mandated that new buildings 4 stories or less are required renewable energy and by 2035, California wants EVERYONE producing renewable energy.
    Now, the 3 largest energy providers in the state (San Diego, Southern Calif, and PG&E) are trying to get California Utility District to allow them to raise the charge for being hooked up to them. We pay an average of $15 monthly for having the privilege of sending power back to the grid and the energy providers want that cost raised. Additionally, all three want the discounts and any other price-saving measures given to the customer to be eliminated. So, there has been an ongoing battle to have California PUD refuse to allow the big 3 providers to take more money from customers.

  • @Vshamann336
    @Vshamann336 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Oh yeah and do I get to tell the electricity company how much the credits worth considering they're able to just stop their prices whenever

  • @yasserimran
    @yasserimran 10 วันที่ผ่านมา

    How do you mitigate the potential losses due to hail and severe storms. Do we have motorised racking systems with metal base that can flip panels to avoid potential losses?

  • @vythyolso
    @vythyolso ปีที่แล้ว +1

    solar I love that style

  • @renuenergysolutions
    @renuenergysolutions 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great video, Your insights on solar energy are always on point, and I appreciate the valuable information you share. As someone passionate about solar panels, I found your explanations really insightful ,let's keep spreading the solar revolution together! 🌞💡♻"

  • @elonmusksellssnakeoil1744
    @elonmusksellssnakeoil1744 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    How do you know which solar contractors are most reputable and actually know what you're doing?

    • @joealeman1204
      @joealeman1204 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Chances are going online or even better finding someone in your neighborhood and asking them about their contractor.

  • @barrymccaulkiner7092
    @barrymccaulkiner7092 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Opinions on Power Home Solar? Aka Pink Energy?

  • @HariPLTS
    @HariPLTS ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice solar cell❤

  • @user-do9zz6fn5v
    @user-do9zz6fn5v ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for the video - Very informative

  • @thatomogaswane7879
    @thatomogaswane7879 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I have electricity at my home but the output power is weak, so can I use solar to improve the output power by adding it to my grid ?

  • @mundermaali6710
    @mundermaali6710 19 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    If i chose the solar system will it effect the home insurance price

  • @SolarInstaller7
    @SolarInstaller7 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Nice video, thanks for sharing that video.

  • @brandonmetro7115
    @brandonmetro7115 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Twenty bucks worth a solar lights, Arduino, And then just a few supplies off a amazon such as wire. You can run ambient lighting in your house for ten years off of twenty bucks.

  • @charliedaniels1
    @charliedaniels1 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    How long do the solar panels last? Are they hazardous to dispose of?

    • @codyhornyak4176
      @codyhornyak4176 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      About 20-25 years. There are recycling programs starting up for them. There just isn’t a huge amount of old solar panels yet

  • @ericbowen3813
    @ericbowen3813 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What is bifacial solar panels?

  • @SirAdamMeek
    @SirAdamMeek ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great information, thanks!

  • @tentimesful
    @tentimesful 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    i have one side solar for maybe 18 hours a day in summer and I dont se the other side lol.... it works good... maybe I should put good wind powers lol to get more power out of it...

  • @Shakstarr268_
    @Shakstarr268_ ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video!

  • @LovinglyYourz
    @LovinglyYourz ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow nice information

  • @marcustvchannel5885
    @marcustvchannel5885 17 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Do advertising by usps mailling too

  • @1drhnsd1
    @1drhnsd1 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    When I’ve looked into solar, I’ve gotten pressured to let the installer own the panels, but use my roof. That’s a deal breaker for me.
    Does any company sell a solar and battery system that the customer owns 100%?

  • @yorukkizigeziyor
    @yorukkizigeziyor ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Very beautiful 👏👍

  • @cabinman
    @cabinman 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Reducing power bills is so much wiser than investing 50k or far more into a good solar system. Most average sized homes that are well insulated and have some modern tweaks for extra energy savings can result in $60 - $100 per month electric bills. How many months of electric bills would the cost of a nice solar system pay for? $50,000/100/12 equals 40 years of grid electric bills. Considering that you’ll be replacing the solar system long before that the grid wins again. You just have to know how to use energy wisely and how to make your home more efficient.
    Granted that an offgrid situation is different. Where my cabin is located it would cost $100k to get grid power to it…so solar system wins.

  • @NightnGales
    @NightnGales 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What about slate roofs?

  • @shaunhall960
    @shaunhall960 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Right now I'm building the batteries for my e-bike. I'll be charging my bike via solar.

  • @terrencesala5255
    @terrencesala5255 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What happens when you have to get your roof repaired for a leak? Yikes!

  • @inlandbott
    @inlandbott หลายเดือนก่อน

    that ground mount setup looks prone to theft and or vandalism

  • @Shadow0fd3ath24
    @Shadow0fd3ath24 ปีที่แล้ว

    Buy USED or overstock panels people...ive found 250 watt panels ne win box 40-60% off lately

  • @skojigoquist9288
    @skojigoquist9288 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    The biggest challenge in America is the suburb.

  • @benderbender1233
    @benderbender1233 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    🤙

  • @Lavonne9870
    @Lavonne9870 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Could you explain why California utilities are charging home owners to have solar connected to the grid? Stories are circulating of getting to the end of the year and finding out there's a bill for thousands of dollars. Please balance your reporting with the downsides of owning the solar panels too, please.

    • @bleh329
      @bleh329 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      ... This channel is about alternative living solutions. Made by a couple from Canada. Yes, they travel around and outside of Canada, but asking them to report on the state of one specific State's infrastructure is beyond ridiculous.
      Also, wow, that's a bold claim. Source?

  • @richardpagulong8719
    @richardpagulong8719 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Can rain easily damage the solar panel?

    • @joealeman1204
      @joealeman1204 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      No quality panels can withstand hail.

  • @latinourbano
    @latinourbano 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What if a big hail storm breaks those solar panels....do you have to spend all that money again ?

    • @mundermaali6710
      @mundermaali6710 19 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

      The panels are cheap less than $100 each

  • @USNEM
    @USNEM ปีที่แล้ว

    In texas, solar is a scam. The electric companies dont do 1:1 net metering. You end up paying transmission fees, AND they dont give you full price.
    So unless you do FULL home back up with batteries that will cover 130% of your usage than solar in texas is not financially a good idea.

  • @guitar300k
    @guitar300k ปีที่แล้ว

    you don't talk about after the panel broke, what you gonna do

  • @logistiekoperator4552
    @logistiekoperator4552 ปีที่แล้ว

    Im driving electric this would safe me over €300,- a month.

  • @sollara8581
    @sollara8581 10 วันที่ผ่านมา

    We thank God for the source of energy from His in Genesis the creation-SUN the solar energy.

  • @skullandbones1832
    @skullandbones1832 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    💚

  • @hanklohan
    @hanklohan 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I'm not getting solar because my friend got drunk one day and he bit the inverter and got electrocuted.

  • @Mike_The_Hog_A_Nator
    @Mike_The_Hog_A_Nator 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Oh Lord Stay Away From Solar Panels, they don't give you what you need as you'll see below & very expensive.
    I live in Sunny SE Texas & my Buddy had his roof covered with Panels!
    He (He & Wife only) had to pay $315 a month for 30yrs for the system & still had to buy electricity from the grid!!
    My neighbor got a quote & it was around the same cost for a doublewide manufacturer home.
    Hell no, it's not worth it.
    Especially if you have a $170 electric bill. Your adding Debt for No Reason.
    If that home burns down? Like my Buddies did, insurance didn't cover those Panels. Now you're stuck with that debt.

  • @bevtrue6937
    @bevtrue6937 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Sounds expensive.

  • @chadwickhjones
    @chadwickhjones ปีที่แล้ว

    3:20 except roofs built before the 70s that are not up to current structural codes

  • @MartinvonTours11.11
    @MartinvonTours11.11 ปีที่แล้ว

    Cost? Solar is very expensive. Batteries are very expensive and have a certain life span. You all are crazy rich. What happens when a hail storm comes along and destroys the panel? Ground mounts take up a lot of space and are an eyesore, ruining the landscape.

  • @jamisonmunn9215
    @jamisonmunn9215 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Its a very simple short two letter answer No

  • @davidgreen7392
    @davidgreen7392 ปีที่แล้ว

    Questionable power is directly related to criminality in the Utilities industry.

    • @bleh329
      @bleh329 ปีที่แล้ว

      okay, bud

  • @TheBlackFoxMaster
    @TheBlackFoxMaster ปีที่แล้ว +1

    1:45 С этого места по подробней?

  • @U.S.A_247
    @U.S.A_247 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Only way I would go solar is two ways I can pay for it up front, or it's buried into the home price. Both are still astronomical prices.. Otherwise solar panels are a joke.
    Before solar your bill maybe $150 (thanks Biden)
    After solar your bill maybe $15 ..... But panel leases/rent $375...
    I see no savings

  • @RadioRich100
    @RadioRich100 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    The simple answer is no

  • @scottjenks7253
    @scottjenks7253 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    No one is talking about the additional cost to remove and replace the panels when the roof needs to be replaced do to age. 90% of people ditch the panels when the realize that they have to find a third party company (which don't exist ) to remove and replace the panels. The roofers won't touch them and the solar panel companies will only install new systems. That is the cold hard solar truth that no one want to talk about. Sorry.

    • @jglee6721
      @jglee6721 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Excellent. For decades I thought that it was a fantastic idea although I've never done it. Only the last few days I realized that it's a very bad idea as drilling into a good roof will only bring problems. If they simply mounted into the roof deck, not the rafters, then it's only a matter of time before water will get in. It's OK to have the panels in the yard on some type of a stand but I'd never put them on my roof. Leave the roof alone!

  • @johnharrison2511
    @johnharrison2511 16 วันที่ผ่านมา

    So far i am 2 minutes 30 seconds in, and its all just words wasting my time.
    "Sun comes up every day"... wow really ?
    I'm going elsewhere.

  • @sallyreim6668
    @sallyreim6668 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    If I install solar, it's because I don't want to be on grid.

    • @bleh329
      @bleh329 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      So it's just all or nothing? 100% one way or the other?
      As they say, u do u, bub.

  • @352508
    @352508 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    The sun is a guaranteed energy source every day….false. Not every day. At least not where I live.

    • @sky8ryder642
      @sky8ryder642 21 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Truth....where I live. Might not be everywhere. If solar may not be beneficial to you, move on....

  • @RichardSchlaud
    @RichardSchlaud 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hahahaha! Do the math. ALL the math.

  • @AK.172
    @AK.172 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    ഓടിന്റെ കാലം തീർന്നു..

    • @AK.172
      @AK.172 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      സോളാർ പാനൽ മേന്ന വീടുകൾ വരും ഇനി...

  • @Susan65334
    @Susan65334 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you Maypower2029- great work . I have seen the same saving over the past few months we have had solar panels on our roof which you helped me install when i was recommended by you on the comment section (43 panels). Last year we had $300 in electricity bills - that's it! Maypower2029 is great!

  • @clarencemoore2924
    @clarencemoore2924 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    the power company will just charge you more money every year if you have solar panels . because the power company don't like to loses money ..the poor people will pay more because they can't afford solar

    • @youtubeuser2195
      @youtubeuser2195 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      How is that possible?

    • @clarencemoore2924
      @clarencemoore2924 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@youtubeuser2195 what they do every year raise the price for power

  • @jerrylockhart3069
    @jerrylockhart3069 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Bologna

    • @bleh329
      @bleh329 ปีที่แล้ว

      Aw, dude! How'd u know it's my lunch time? I know what I'm having 🤤🤤🤤

  • @simon359
    @simon359 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    People are fools to connect to the grid, without a way to (disconnect) go off grid when the main grid power goes out!
    With all the talk about a grid collapsing, why would you only connect to the grid? That means when the grid goes down, your system goes down with it! 🙈

    • @bleh329
      @bleh329 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That's a rather harsh and judgemental statement.
      It's not usually that people connect to the grid, rather they live in buildings that are already connected. I don't know what you expect from people who rent, which is a lot of flippin' people.
      The downsides of the grid are numerous. But there are some downsides to alternatives, too. The upfront cost probably being the biggest. But there's also the chance that something can go wrong and repairs would likely be expensive. I would personally advice anyone who switches to solar and/or wind to take lessons on them, so they'll be better informed and better prepared for potential problems.

    • @jamesengland7461
      @jamesengland7461 ปีที่แล้ว

      Billions of people the world over rely on the grid throughout their lives with only minor, occasional inconveniences. Get over yourself.

    • @simon359
      @simon359 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@jamesengland7461
      I guess you haven’t heard about the WEF plans! Good luck

    • @simon359
      @simon359 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@bleh329
      Not when you realize that we’ve had the ability to replace fossil fuels since 1954! The energy companies are crooks, they don’t want anybody to be self-sufficient. And they’re willing to put you in prison, buy you out or take you out!

    • @jjrusy7438
      @jjrusy7438 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      The control unit switches the grid off. Emergency whole-house generator systems monitor the grid and disconnect when the grid goes down. So your stated problem can be solved.

  • @c.f.3503
    @c.f.3503 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    First

  • @iteerrex8166
    @iteerrex8166 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I know this topic very well. Sorry but I wouldn’t say this was a good presentation for beginners. It would leave them kind of lost.

    • @PabloDamon
      @PabloDamon ปีที่แล้ว

      Agreed, I installed a few systems well before the grid started its move to sway the citizens into believing the grid view.

    • @bleh329
      @bleh329 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Might be nice of you to explain how or why, then. And also to link to a resource you think is more helpful.

    • @iteerrex8166
      @iteerrex8166 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@bleh329 I hope you got my reply before it disappeared.

    • @iteerrex8166
      @iteerrex8166 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@bleh329 that’s why I don’t link anymore.

    • @bleh329
      @bleh329 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@iteerrex8166 No, sorry. It's gone 🙁

  • @Jennifer-Potter
    @Jennifer-Potter 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I would do more than 100% because we now have electric cars and a lot of home appliances can be electric only like a heat pump instead of natural gas to worm up your house or electric oven and stoves etc.