Short video update on my system. I’ve experienced a nice decrease in my electric bill. Over a 4 month period, it went from an average of $167 to around $80 a month.
After 4 months the results are below.
August 2015 bill was $167.44
September 2015 bill was $100.82
October 2015 bill was $77.25
November 2015 bill was $80.23
To accomplish this:
1.) I have over 1kW of solar in an AC Coupled / Backup setup
2.) I use almost all LED lighting in my home,
3.) I removed my 2 attic fans and stayed with using roof vents instead,
4.) I adjusted my HVAC unit to stay a decent “reasonable” temperature so it doesn’t come on all the time.
5.) I cleaned my refrigerator coils, so my fridge doesn’t stay on like it used too.
All things combined, this made a huge difference.
Here is the link to my system schematic. Please be aware that I am Not an Electrician, Electrical Engineer or professional solar installer!! This schematic could be dead wrong in many areas. Please consult with a professional before deciding to use any part of my design. If you do, you proceed at your own risk. Thanks;
https://www.dropbox.com/s/bdz18ipcnibq3ex/Home%20Solar%20-%20AC%20Coupled%20v4.0.pdf?dl=0
Post time: Feb-18-2017