Bolinger 4.5 kW PV system

Single-Family Residence - January 2010

Quick Facts

Average Annual Savings

$820

Energy Needs Met

100%

or more of electricity

Net Investment

$11,710

Return on Investment

7.0%

Property

Type:: Single-Family Residence
Address:: 30 Breck Hill Road, Lyme, NH 03768
Energy need met:: 100% or more of electricity
Event Participation:: NESEA Green Buildings Open House 2012 Host

Technology

Type:: Solar PV
Installed:: January 2010
Size of System:: 4.5 kW
Purposes:: To generate electricity

Financial Details

Gross Cost of System:: $25,300
Value of Rebates:: $6,000
Value of Tax Credits:: $7,590
Net Cost of System:: $11,710
Annual Savings:: $820
Own or Lease:: Cash Purchase

Professionals & Suppliers

Products:: PV Powered; DelSolar
Installers:: SunCatcher (now Catamount Solar)

What You Need to Know

Description:

Twenty DelSolar 225W panels, roof-mounted, 27-degree roof pitch, almost true south (190 degrees), no shading

Maintenance Requirements:

No maintenance yet (first two years)

Efficiency or Sustainability Improvements:

solar hot water (details provided separately)

Advice:

My roof pitch (27 degrees) is a bit too low/gradual to facilitate rapid snow-shedding (sometimes it takes a few days to clear after a storm).

Open House Info:

10/13/2012 from 10AM-3PM. E-mail me (mark.bolinger@gmail.com) for directions.

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