Why don't you install taller support, and use the panels for shade over a concrete deck and entertainment area (outdoor kitchen, tables, etc)? Would serve two purposes, instead of wasting the space underneath. They could also be used for a covered "carport", for a cooler car, and to save your vehicle's paint. Maybe high wind areas would be a factor, but if you don't have snow to deal with, make them lower pitch. (and like one viewer commented, add small air gaps)
About 3 1/2 years. And that is for about any size system these days, since most returns on investment are relative. Meaning, bigger system, more SRECs, larger Tax credit, move power costs saved.
It depends on quite a few things, including how much sun the panels get to see all year which includes location on the globe, weather conditions, how much electricity you are using, and how much the system costs. I highly doubt 3 1/2 years is a good figure because I am quite confident that this system costed a lot of money to install. In 2017, the average residential monthly electric bill was $111.67 in 2017, according to the Energy Information Administration (EIA). So you are telling me that this system only cost $5000? I don't think so!!!!! And before you start talking about selling electric back to the power company, you can only sell a small fraction back as they don't want to go out of business.
Do you have manually adjustable mounts? I want something that I can crank weekly to match the seasonal change. Don't need a daily tracker, just something simple to maximize summer to winter.
We do not and I don't know of any professional installers that do. Most people are not interested in moving the array. They can be very heavy. Typically increase isn't as significant as you might think. In the NE, with ice and snow, moving an array can be problematic.
@@NJRenewableEnergy Interesting. I want to power geothermal heat in the winter. Would you recommend sizing the array and tilting them for the lowest sun angle to maximize winter production?
Typically we size the array to produce 100% of the power, but its not always when you're using it. Meaning, we will make more power in summer, spin meter backwards and get a credit. In the winter, when you need more power, you'll use the credit. In the end you'll make as much as you use. Hence Net zero.
That installation looks beautiful! I sure wish you were located in Florida. That's exactly what I am interested in. What I don't know is the price. I'm looking at 3 years of electric bills and my average daily power consumption has been between 45-85 kilowatt hours per day depending on the month. How big of an array would I need to achieve a net 0 configuration?
Dear NJRE, i know this vedio was from 4 yeas ago, but was any restriction on how much square footage wise , or total wattage you can install in residential area when you installed them in 2018? and how about now in 2022;
Things are basically the same, but really the rules are a Town by town basis. Each construction office has their own policies for setbacks, Acreage, location of Array. Array size in New Jersey is based on usage. You are only allowed to produce as much or less than what you use on a yearly basis
There are systems that track automatically. This isn’t used as much in the north east because of ice and snow. In the end, sometimes the cost versus reward is most of the time better to just pick a good spot and leave it.
Hello my friend. I have been doing solar work and designing and installing it for about 9 years. I am happy to work together to develop our activities.
Good video. I'm installing my own ground mount system 18kw 150' from my house which looks like a similar distance for this install. Regarding voltage drop, what gauge wire did you run to the main panel? I was thinking 8 or 10 gauge. Thx
@@NJRenewableEnergy got it might as well make a car port in the same dimensions then to be closer to the property line. This was very helpful thank you! got to get a house first since its Insane to buy right now
It would of course work in the state, not sure what the laws are or how the utility does net metering, but I would think it’s not a problem. We sell directly to customers who want to do do it yourself
Its not the best angle if your spouse refuses to have an array that can be seen from the deck or by the neighbors. We always shoot for the most optimal, but there are many factors when building an array, including cosmetic ones for some clients.
Does this include batteries for back up? We are looking for about 2000KWH monthly and would use batteries or something like a Tesla Powewall, We are not looking at a roof mount but a similar ground system. Would you think we would be under 3$/ watt - best guess works
@@jameslawrie8311 Does not include batteries, although we do them. Truth be said, large scale residential battery back up is very expensive. I would wait on the batteries for now. Technology improving quickly and costs coming down. We do ground mount solar projects for $3 dollar per watt, which is very competitive. Some installers are charging more than $3 per watt for roof top systems.
beautiful install. Love the slide in racking and everything else !
Thanks so much.. Yes, nothing better than the bracket-less mounting.
Air gaps between the panels might reduce the lift forces in high winds.
What size of gaps you think is best?
@@atnstn 1-1.5" gap
Why don't you install taller support, and use the panels for shade over a concrete deck and entertainment area (outdoor kitchen, tables, etc)?
Would serve two purposes, instead of wasting the space underneath.
They could also be used for a covered "carport", for a cooler car, and to save your vehicle's paint.
Maybe high wind areas would be a factor, but if you don't have snow to deal with, make them lower pitch.
(and like one viewer commented, add small air gaps)
Awesome array
VERY nice looking set up.
Dang wish you guys were in Puerto Rico. I will be putting solar on both my houses this upcoming fall
I wish I was in Puerto Rico
Who makes the rails?
Hi, when you say 28KW array, do you mean 28KW per hour or per day ? Thank you.
Slide racking is very cool!
Yes, nothing better.
Very Nice!
Thank you! Cheers!
This is very smart system
That's beautiful. I wonder how long it takes for an installation like this to pay for itself? 7 or 8 years?
About 3 1/2 years. And that is for about any size system these days, since most returns on investment are relative. Meaning, bigger system, more SRECs, larger Tax credit, move power costs saved.
It depends on quite a few things, including how much sun the panels get to see all year which includes location on the globe, weather conditions, how much electricity you are using, and how much the system costs. I highly doubt 3 1/2 years is a good figure because I am quite confident that this system costed a lot of money to install. In 2017, the average residential monthly electric bill was $111.67 in 2017, according to the Energy Information Administration (EIA). So you are telling me that this system only cost $5000? I don't think so!!!!! And before you start talking about selling electric back to the power company, you can only sell a small fraction back as they don't want to go out of business.
Do you have manually adjustable mounts? I want something that I can crank weekly to match the seasonal change. Don't need a daily tracker, just something simple to maximize summer to winter.
We do not and I don't know of any professional installers that do. Most people are not interested in moving the array. They can be very heavy. Typically increase isn't as significant as you might think. In the NE, with ice and snow, moving an array can be problematic.
@@NJRenewableEnergy Interesting. I want to power geothermal heat in the winter. Would you recommend sizing the array and tilting them for the lowest sun angle to maximize winter production?
Typically we size the array to produce 100% of the power, but its not always when you're using it. Meaning, we will make more power in summer, spin meter backwards and get a credit. In the winter, when you need more power, you'll use the credit. In the end you'll make as much as you use. Hence Net zero.
@@NJRenewableEnergy I guess I'm thinking more off-grid with battery storage (4-5 days of storage...Tesla Powerpack).
@@oisiaa We do sell battery back up.. Fortress Power.
No combiner!?!?
How are the panels grounded if there are no clips?
Is a concrete foundation required?
Awesome
That installation looks beautiful! I sure wish you were located in Florida. That's exactly what I am interested in. What I don't know is the price. I'm looking at 3 years of electric bills and my average daily power consumption has been between 45-85 kilowatt hours per day depending on the month. How big of an array would I need to achieve a net 0 configuration?
How much is something like this?
nice job
Thanks!
Dear NJRE, i know this vedio was from 4 yeas ago, but was any restriction on how much square footage wise , or total wattage you can install in residential area when you installed them in 2018? and how about now in 2022;
Things are basically the same, but really the rules are a Town by town basis. Each construction office has their own policies for setbacks, Acreage, location of Array. Array size in New Jersey is based on usage. You are only allowed to produce as much or less than what you use on a yearly basis
@@NJRenewableEnergythat sucks. Doesn't it ?
Can we adjust the angle of the panel over the course of the year?
There are systems that track automatically. This isn’t used as much in the north east because of ice and snow. In the end, sometimes the cost versus reward is most of the time better to just pick a good spot and leave it.
Hello my friend. I have been doing solar work and designing and installing it for about 9 years. I am happy to work together to develop our activities.
Good video. I'm installing my own ground mount system 18kw 150' from my house which looks like a similar distance for this install. Regarding voltage drop, what gauge wire did you run to the main panel? I was thinking 8 or 10 gauge. Thx
how far away from the property line do you need to be for ground mounted system? I live in Nj
Different in each town. Set backs can be from 5’ to 50+.
@@NJRenewableEnergy got it might as well make a car port in the same dimensions then to be closer to the property line. This was very helpful thank you! got to get a house first since its Insane to buy right now
Does this system work in fortwayne Indiana and is it net metering
It would of course work in the state, not sure what the laws are or how the utility does net metering, but I would think it’s not a problem. We sell directly to customers who want to do do it yourself
36 deg is optimal angle for this region!
Its not the best angle if your spouse refuses to have an array that can be seen from the deck or by the neighbors. We always shoot for the most optimal, but there are many factors when building an array, including cosmetic ones for some clients.
Where can i find more info on the sliding rack system and purchase it?
Contact us at 609 839 0483
You can find it at pvracking.com.
Cost of this project?
These projects are typically around $3.00/ watt, before any incentive.
@@NJRenewableEnergy Not what was being asked, nor the intended response...HOW MUCH did this system cost to install?
@@rongray4118 I did answer the question, sorry it required math on your side. $3.00 per watt. 28,000 watts x $3.00
Does this include batteries for back up? We are looking for about 2000KWH monthly and would use batteries or something like a Tesla Powewall, We are not looking at a roof mount but a similar ground system. Would you think we would be under 3$/ watt - best guess works
@@jameslawrie8311 Does not include batteries, although we do them. Truth be said, large scale residential battery back up is very expensive. I would wait on the batteries for now. Technology improving quickly and costs coming down. We do ground mount solar projects for $3 dollar per watt, which is very competitive. Some installers are charging more than $3 per watt for roof top systems.
Omg
hardly a "review" if you installed it yourself. Unless you're in SOVIET RUSSIA and police yourself
Yes, I have Putin do all of our reviews normally, unfortunately he was sick that day.
@@NJRenewableEnergy 😂😂😂😂