Marlin Languis Residence

Residential - June 2013

My PV system provides all of the electricity for my house and plug-in electric car. I love it and tell everyone I can about it.

Quick Facts

Average Annual Savings

$1,400

Energy Needs Met

100%

or more of electricity

Net Investment

$13,292

Return on Investment

10.5%

Property

Owner:: Marlin Languis
Type:: Residential
Address:: 662 Lathem Court, Columbus, OH 43214
Size:: 2,000 sq ft
Energy need met:: 100% or more of electricity

Technology

Type:: Solar PV
Installed:: June 2013
Size of System:: 7.28 kW
Purposes:: To generate electricity

Financial Details

Gross Cost of System:: $33,197
Value of Rebates:: $9,946
Value of Tax Credits:: $9,959
Net Cost of System:: $13,292
Annual Savings:: $1,400
Own or Lease:: Cash Purchase
Additional Financial Notes:: My system will pay for itself in roughly 8 years.

Professionals & Suppliers

Products:: Enphase Energy; LG Solar

What You Need to Know

Description:

My system was installed on a low pitch east/west roof, with the solar panels tilted to the south at 15 degrees. There is no shading on the panels. THe arrangement is working very well and I get better than projected solar production.

Other Benefits:

I am satisfied every time I see it. For me, it is a statement of my values for all my neighbors and visitors to see.

Maintenance Requirements:

None

My Motivation:

I am concerned about the future and want to do what I can to reduce my carbon footprint and set and example for others to follow.

Advice:

There is no reason to wait. DO it now.

Experience with Installer:

Ecohouse and Kevin Eigel were great to work with.

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