Advice on adding solar

[Ezaudio2]

Looking for advice on adding a few solar panels to power my reef setup. Just starting to look into it but I thought I’d ask for some advice or insight from anyone that has done it. Thanks in advance

 

[Tastee]

Take a look at this thread if you haven’t already: https://www.reef2reef.com/threads/solar-power-reef-tank.722375/#post-7509901

 

[Hot2na]

solar user here..fwiw solar just feeds into the electric grid , and your electric provider deducts what it puts out from ur bill..period.. you should be looking at a whole house generator if you want continuous protection during a power outttage.I have both.

 

[vangvace]

Things not in the other thread:
Roofing age/condition can be a surprise factor and cost in the build.
During install there will be a couple of power outages as they tie into existing wiring and/or replace your meter. These shouldn't be long as the prep work is done prior.