4/10/03 - The installation completed today for our solar electrical installation at our home in Redwood City.
We ended up deciding on a 2.4Kw system, which is more than enough power for our current needs, but probably just right for our future needs when our family grows from two people to three.
The system was designed and installed by SOLectric Electric, a local solar contractor out of Palo Alto. Michael Mora runs SOLectric, and he impressed us early on with his attention to detail and ultra-robust installation methods. He was more concerned than other solar contractors about designing a system that would work really well for us, and I think that this has proven out in the quality installation he has done.
Michael and SOLectric can be reached at:
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SOLectric Electric
P.O. Box 60733 Palo Alto, CA 94306 650-856-1735 mm@SOLectric.com www.SOLectric.com |
Our system is composed of the following components:
Our meter is now turning in the opposite direction of its prior path, and we are looking forward to many years of clean energy. Although it is too early to tell how things will work out in the long run, I am confident that this system will stand the test of time.
If I could help anyone to choose to go solar, I would like to do so. I would be happy to share my experiences in considering a system and the financial side of making it happen. Feel free to reach me at any of the following contacts:
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650-365-6025 (home) 650-544-5925 (cell) rdickinson@pobox.com |
Installing Mounting Brackets #1
Installing Mounting Brackets #2
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Installing Initial Rails
Time To Add The Panels
Installing Solar Panels #1
Installing Solar Panels #2
Finishing the 2nd Set of Panels
Panels After Installation
Wiring The Inverter
Completed Inside Wiring (Main Electrical Panel, Inverter and DC Disconnect)
PG&E Utility Disconnect (AC Shutoff)
PG&E Utility Disconnect - Detail
