This Filipino Engineer CHANGED OUR LIVES! Full SOLAR INSTALLATION Vlog
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 28 ก.พ. 2022
- We finally did it! We got Solar Power and starting turning sun energy into electricity. ⚡️⚡️⚡️ We are currently completely off the grid (because there is no stable grid electric supply in Siargao at the moment due to Typhoon Odette ⚡️) This is our full solar installation Vlog.
Going Solar is something Sacha, Story and I have been talking about for such a long time. It took a super Typhoon to make us commit it to reality. But right now we couldn’t be happier.
It feels so liberating to be independent from the electricity company. No longer will we have to deal with Black outs / Brown outs or any colour of ‘outs’ 🤣.
We put our trust in Don Solar and his team from Surigao city. They take so much pride in their work and it shows.
- For those interested we invested in a 6.75kwp Solar panel setup (15 x 450w panels)
- We chose an DEYE 8kw Hybrid inverter (SUN-8K-SG01LP1-EU) which will allow us to add more panels in the future and also sell power back to the grid when we over produce. (That’s right, once you've been approved, the electricity company has to pay you back in energy credits!)
- Then we store our solar power for the night time with a DYNESS (Powerbox F-10.0) 10kwh mega lithium ion battery. It looks insane when you see the whole set up ☺️
Price wise the whole system cost less than a 5 year old car, and Don is currently offering an install now pay later 0% monthly payment plan. (As of March 2022)
This isn’t an advert or a sponsorship, we paid for this with our own savings because we believe in the technology and it’s impact on the environment. Solar tech is SUPER cool and much more affordable than it used to be.
We are still in the testing phase but we are already blown away by this system and how it just works! We highly recommend sending Don a message even if it’s just to learn about how it works. ☺️ He’s honest , trustworthy and hard working.
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- Or Search for Don Tating ‘s Facebook profile
- Send him an email DonSolarSurigao@gmail.com
Our names are Jmayel, Sacha & Story. We traveled to Siargao island with Jmayel's mum & Story's grandma just before the Global pandemic that sent the whole planet into quarantine. We got stranded for months and fell in love with island life, now we want to make that life more permanent.
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We are still in the testing phase but we are already blown away by this system and how it just works! We highly recommend sending Don a message even if it’s just to learn about how it works. ☺ He’s honest , trustworthy and hard working.
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I so loved this video.I learned so much.Did you find out if your tv and appliances are working? Hugs from Cape Breton Island Canada 🇨🇦
Hi guys nice to see you got solar now since your near in the shore line it could be better if you combine solar and wind turbine for sure you would be totally independent from the grid
THE PROBLEM OF THIS TECHNOLOGY IS THE BATTERY MAINTENANCE, VERY EXPENSIVE SPECIALY YOUR LOCATION IS IN THE ISLAND.
@@tom-hl9qo Care to expound on "battery maintenance" on a LiFePO4? What component in the battery needs maintaining and site the periodicity it requires, if any?
Great decision and investment in the long run.
*Love how Story is so curious and smart -- and knew the right questions to ask!* 😍 My Filipino dad is hesitant of new technologies like these but my Arab mom was saying that if we are going to settle down in PHL, we need to have solar power and take advantage of the tropical weather. It is just smart to get free electricity from the sun. It is only at the beginning that we need to invest but helps us in the long run.
My dad too haha...
Story is so smart, always asking complex questions for a kid her age 💗 she’s gonna be a brain box when she gets older
Congratulations 8MFH for your solar system! Investing to such technology just goes to show that you will be staying in the Philippines longer. Thank you so much for loving our country!
8:28 they pay thier own money
@@jojojojo-bt6sd it just shows that you're the one who's trying to mislead people here because obviously you didn't watch the whole video. Watch it whole before throwing venom here in the comment section, AH.
@@jojojojo-bt6sd read the description and watch the video first before making a cynical fool of yourself
@@jojojojo-bt6sd stop spreading negativity and stupidity. It was said by Jay numerous times he invested for the solar panels.
Surprised your having panels fitted could get another typhoon tomorrow.
Story is so inquisitive, children naturally are. And she's so technically inquisitive, too. Maybe she'll be a great scientist, natural or environmental.
I used to work as an IT engineer in Singapore and Malaysia. Many of the houses there are already running on full solar power because the cost of panels there have become cheaper than paying for electricity from the power companies.
I hope that will happen in the Philippines too. So that the power generators will be forced to sell their electricity cheaper.
Thank China - from a poor developing nation to helping other developing nations.
Eight Miles From Home is now Solar Energized! Congratulations!
Good day Eight miles! It's great seeing everyone is happy. One day at a time guys! It's going to be okay 👍
You should consider buying a fire extinguisher rated for electrical fire and install it close to the batteries. Lithium batteries have been known for thermal runaways which cause fires. Hopefully the battery compartment has thermal sensors that will shut off the battery charging if the temperature inside the enclosures gets hot.
I agree. Dry fires are very hard to extinguish without the proper retardants
Pretty sure the company would recommend it . Right 👍 I think they will.
Well done! I am so happy that you chose to protect our planet and you try to share with us about this subject. People need to know about this eco-friendly products.
Glad that you all have your solar system in place now
We are very happy for you both. It was great to see how the solar panels worked. Thank you for sharing the Philippines. My wife and I are retired teacher's and love the thought of living there. Now that we know that technology has really come fully integrated we are excited....
I hope the Philippines will go Solar too. We have the Sun as the source all year round. Europe uses Solar as well as Wind to achieve green energy. Why not here too? It is good for the environment. Solar! Solar! Solar!
There are solar in some parts of Luzon. It depends on the how long the dry season are in certain area.
Because it's very expensive and the waste it produces is not environmentally friendly.
By waste, I mean the solar panels. They don't last very long and non-biodegradable.
Search Bais city solar energy and San Carlos city solar farms in Negros Oriental Negros Island
My house in Philippines is solar
Ilocos got wind and solar
Fantastic! So happy you’ve gone solar! Hope more people on Siargao will be able to follow your example. More power to Don and his solar company!
Good evening well done you we have had solar in the philippines for about 9 months now you will not be disappointed.Absolutely fanatic we have same hybrid converter as you. Have you got the app for your phone.
Yes you are right you will be checking it everyday enjoy
Congratz 8MFH for acquiring a solar system for your home!
Congratulations! There'll be much more bright and sunny days ahead.😘👏☀️❤️
Hi there, from an architect's perspective, it looks like your roofing is concrete slab. Now, given that it is concrete, you should check all the holes drilled to attach the battens for the solar panels. These are all potential (I'm absolutely sure about it) sources of water leaks that will seep in the concrete and eventually drip inside your home. The first thing they should have done was waterproofed the slab as an extra precaution (with some waterproof paint), drilled and attached the battens, and waterproof again at all drilled points before attaching the panels. Unless they have implemented a waterproofing membrane already before installation which is good. I know it's probably moot right now since the panels have been installed. Just keep this in mind when the ceiling leaks during a heavy downpour.
Edit: I just saw they applied some sort of waterproofing. I hope it is durable enough and that the holes were doubled with waterproofing after being attached.
THANK YOU! I was just thinking about drilling a hole on my wall. My roof is also made of concrete slabs. I had this thing in my intuition warning me to be careful, when I read your comment. Will research and check further before I drill!
Agree.
Philippines are blessed with natural resources to produce energy. Its a very wise decision you made, to independently energized your home.
Wow, happy for the family you have power back! More videos to come!
A step closer to living off-grid.
Once the Starlink internet start providing services this year (or early next year) , that would really be a great relief to living an off-grid life ,specially to a content creator like 8MFH.
I would expect J already signed up and booked for the Starlink internet service 🙂.
Next project ... VEGETABLE /FOOD GARDEN 😉
So happy to see the developments in your living condition. May all of Siargao go back to normal soon.
It's good to see Siargao turning green again.
It's great to have solar power and wish people there will also harness all that wind because what happens when it's not sunny? I hope your system has battery storage. Stay safe, eight mile family!
Its hybrid, which means they can also connect power from the grid and if the time comes they decide to install wind turbine, they can also connect that to the battery/inverter. Which is a very smart idea.
Wow huge congratulations to u Jay and family for installing a very nice solar power 🙌and for sure these time you never run out of electricity!!🤗🇨🇦
Go Solar! Go Don! Best decision ever to go clean energy!
congrats 8miles family. a dream came into reality. that's a great blessing after experiencing bad times during and after odette. God bless!!
My dream is to also have a house equiped with renewable energy like solar. That's why I am so excited seeing your house getting one! It's like I'm watching myself being excited seeing how excited you are. Congrats for the big investment! 👏❤️
I also am working on a system at my home. I'm studying the equipment used by Don the solar contractor - Deye Solar from Ningbo, China.
Awesome informative video! Kudos for investing on the planet! Story's drawing, wow that is spooky! She can see the future without her knowing. She is so sweet! Xx
If i were you in the the next days try to install a retractable or manual sliding cover made of strong built because of unexpected flying dwbris that might damage the panel
That was a good decision considering that it's almost summer & during this time power consumption is at its peak.
That bit of education on solar power got me motivated to research it now and possibly get it installed at my home. Honestly, it was extremely expensive about 10-12 years ago and couldn’t even consider getting one.
Correct - today the Chinese have brought the price way down as used by Don. His equipment is Deye Solar from Ningbo, China. Here in the states, I use Harbor Freight or use Alibaba.
Wow ,thats amazing. Really helpful video. The Philippines is a very ideal place to install a solar panels as it has temperate climate and energy is always been a problem. I hope the government can invest on this and make it as a backup or main supply to the towns. I have a house in Siargao, definitely I will check on this company. Thank you for the video
Philippines should go on solar too since we are in a tropical country. It would be a big help to save electricity specially during power interruption, good for WFH workers.
Not only that, Philppines electricity is expensive too.
@@brokenboneszolo7695 it's expensive because everyone riggs their power line to the neighbor 🤣
going solar is great..the benefits of it is just incredible. Just the thought of being able to run the AC for the entire day is more than enough of a reason to go for it especially in a hot country like the Philippines.
That is also what i was thinking. Unlimited aircon at home. They don't have to worry about the electricity bill. lol.
I like the way Don speaks english..very natural ...filipino accent pero hindi OA hindi matigas..He is articulate and seem to be very knowledgeable of his craft ..
So good to see your lights on and some natural energy ☺️ hope you are all enjoying your new solar panels sending you love and light 💛 always
Congrats 👏 your electric bill will be reduced unlike before...and it's good to feel relax if there is an elecricity and you will not be stressed out of the hot temperature..👍👍 popey is happy also..
Congratulations 🥳 keep safe and Godbless your family always 🙏💞💞💞🇯🇵🇵🇭
You could not really completely appreciate a place until you've seen it from atop. Your surroundings are really wide and amazing. And the coconut trees are finally getting their groove back.
Beautiful family💖and Poppy is turning into a beautiful dog too. God bless and protect you always💖
I am excited by the thought that you can impact on how the locals will harness renewable and clean energy, and proving this is a cheaper and more reliable option for us.
Nice to hear! We are watching your vids everyday! God Bless!
Glad to see Jay and family moving forward it's really a good sign so far! I like Jay he speak English clearly as you know being english 😁😀!!!take care
That is so amazing 👏 . That's a good investment especially in a tropical country. Now, you don't have to worry about blackouts. Enjoy!
You will love having a solar system. I love my system so much. Sense I put in my system my berangi has had 4 brown outs, we were the only one with power.
Oh so happy for this Family, your gonna have more comfortable environment. 😊😊😊🏝🌴
I have solar panels on my house. It's amazing what the sun and wind can do. Yes we need to save the earth anyway we can.
Hello Jay, Sacha and Story.., good thing u got solar power to make life comfy. Congrats
So haPpy to see you with your solar panel!Have anice day to your family!
Woooow no more brownouts this time! this is amazing esp. for Story..wise investment..sure you have loved the place despite odds during rainy days..this is what we have here in this beautiful country of ours..sunny days and rainy days...the reason why filipinos just imagine how it is to live in cold countries like norway or sweden or alaska...yes you would enjoy your solar lights now and on..no more worries..luv u guys...hi story n poppy...
YES to Solar Power, 🙌🏼🙌🏼 if the budget will allow, one day we will go solar as well. 😊
Also, is that Papang doing a cameo on the roof? Still so strong despite of his age. 💪🏼
Yeah...it's gonna be exciting and truly beneficial. Solar is the way t go. Hope the others will follow suit especially those with hotels or big business establishment. I can really see that the island is getting back to rehabilitation. More power to you and your family!👏☀️♥️
I hope you get there too. How much do you need to budget for this system? Someone commented 600k Php. Wow it's not cheap for sure! 4:20 They need to buy new gadgets too? Maybe they need more donations?
I'm so happy for you guys! I as well think solar is amazing it is always interested me and yes clean energy is the best kind!! Just think you'll have a refrigerator and freezer!! Whoo hoo 🤣. The guy that installed the system seems like a really nice person I hope he does well with his business 🙏🙏🙏.. keep doing good over there you guys! 👍👍👍
hello there 8 miles,wise decision for solar good investment nice to see siargao is back again smiling ❤❤
So cool and wonderful! 👍 So happy for you guys 🥰 The Philippines, being a tropical country, is a perfect place to install solar energy. Even on cloudy and rainy days I’m sure there’s a lot of sunshine to give you solar power energy. Really great job!
So happy for you to be getting back to normal life in your home..
Not yet. 4:20 They need to buy new gadgets too? Maybe they need more donations?
This is a great idea that you put a Solar Panel and I hope lots of house owner in the Philippines will be able to afford the cost of installing this technology so we can help the government reduce the dependence on the importation o f Oil as the price is getting expensive every year. This will also help for our in invjronment to reduce the Co2 emission. This is my next project for my house even though the ROI will take so many years but helping the invironment and too much dependence to Oil this will help a lot for our future.👍👍👍
Congrats for that wise investment on solar energy ..
Yay!!! Finally! I'm so happy for yous!!! I can see the relief and Joy in your smiles!! 💕
Good idea considering the slow restoration of traditional power supply in the area. If you can kindly check with your solar provider on how to protect those panels from being blown away in case of another of strong typhoon comes, it would be advisable. or, are they detachable while your batteries are fully charged.
Such amazing work and good use of what is naturally given. So smart thinking Jay... 👍👍👍😍😍😍
Really really happy for you guys ..life’s back 😅🙏🙏🙏
Yeeeaaah! Super excited to hear from you about this. I remember your video where you guys stayed in a solar hotel and we all went flip on the huge setup. Looking forward your videos!
Story, so inquisitive!!
Strange, i can almost feel the same excitement that this family here is experiencing just by watching this Vlog on how they adapted solar energy inside their home.
Thanks for this video guys . I’m really happy you guys took the step to get solar energy . I’m sure you have piece of mind . For sure I will contact Don Solar for my house in Isabella
I'm so happy for you guys 🙏❤
Happy to see that you already have your own solar and I understand that Philippines electricity is one of the most important for our every day living. Take care always guys and More blessings to come on your way.
Wow! Impressive Solar Power Technology.
Definitely solar can help the environment, thank you for taking care of Mother Nature.
Thank you for this video. Excited to see how the solar turns out. We are in Portugal and its been soooo sunny we want solar too. Please live up to the expectations 😂🤞
Wow, i like it also Solar very useful and effective power in the province to use. Spectacular power system you can saved from your electric bill now..Congratulations 8miles family. Take good care to you three and poppy.
Congratulations on your solar energy! Thank you for your commitment to stay longterm in the Philippines. 🇵🇭🇬🇧🏄♀️⛱❤️
WOW SOLAR IS BETTER FOR LIFE GOOD FOR YOUR LIFE JOURNEY LIVING IN SIARGAO YOU CALL IT 2ND HOME PHIL. 👍👍🇰🇷👌👌
Thank you 8mfh family for your endeavors may the locals there submit to going solar as well.Godbless
Well done J! We do have solar installed but sadly not as neat as what they have done in your house. Will defo check Don's FB and inquire for more info. Thank you for sharing this and your wonderful story to the world!
Im so glad to see 8miles happy.
I'm happy for what's happening for you and with your family, having a solar power it's a great things to experience that ! Can you tell me how much you spend for your 6.7kw solar power units alone ? And how much the installation ?
Wow! Amazing! The Filipino Engineer is very excellent. He is highly commendable. Whats the surname of Engr. Don?
brilliant idea, solar panel is incredible.💪🏻💪🏻👍👍🙏🙏❤️❤️
I'm glad Jay can give advise on the interior decorating
Congratulations Don Solar! Congratulations Jay and family!
So excited for you! Hope your electrical is all ok.
Amen to solar power and wind as well, I may add lunar power also….star power ? Anyway, good vid, it will be a blessing 🙏🏻👍🏻🕊
Congrats guys . This is exactly what I will be doing when I move to the Philippines.
This is awesome! I got as excited and happy as Story!  Happy for you 3! Celebrate home! ❤
Plus you guys are helping the Philippine economy indirectly. More solar use, less petrol to import for use on electricity.. therefore less money going out of the country.
I hope and pray that Papang will also avail of the solar panels. They really need it.
You will love your bill from now on! Solar is WONDERFUL 😊
Wondrous milestone, congratulations!
with that solar panel setup you can share your excess current to your local electrict provider..
jay and sashh so happy for your dream to come true!! ❤️
This is so cool. Solar panels work better in the Philippines I guess and it brilliant idea.
Here in the UK, all energy companies especially SSE will put their price up rocket high in April...😩
Enjoy your solar power you deserve it after that typhoon Odette.. Xxx
Wow, amazing! What a great report. I’m so excited for you. Too bad you lost so many trees from the storm. It looks so bare there now.
Love you guys for loving our Country hope soon y’all be come a Pilipino Citizen 💕🍀👍
So interesting and exciting. Happy for you🤗
Off topic but if your landlord is replacing the windows that fell off during the typhoon it might be a good idea to replace it with sliding/bifold patio doors and put a covered decking out and enjoy the outdoors.
We'll be glad to hear more from you guys about solar systems. More wanted to have it but worried about the cost & long term result.
Am so fascinated with your solar energy. Love it.
Congrats what an amazing system you have installed! Makes me want to enquire into what we have here, in Canada! Thanks so much for keeping us all informed!
Amazing 👏 so happy for you guys
Power is on 🤙🏻🤙🏻 I can see all the excitement in your faces. Thanks for sharing your new experience having your solar panels being installed. I am amazed to the local company. Well done 👍🏻👍🏻