Working towards reducing our dependence on fossil fuels while saving money.
$3,000
100%
or more of electricity
$18,000
16.7%
Property
- Owner:
- Séamus C.
- Type:
- Single-Family Residence
- Address:
- San Diego, CA 92131
- Size:
- 2,680 sq ft
- Energy need met:
- 100% or more of electricity
- Designations:
- Zero net energy
Technology
- Type:
- Solar PV
- Installed:
- April 2017
- Size of System:
- 6.48 kW
- Monitor performance:
- https://monitor.us.sunpower.com/#/dashboard
- Purposes:
- To generate electricity
Financial Details
- Gross Cost of System:
- $27,000
- Value of Rebates:
- $1,000
- Value of Tax Credits:
- $8,100
- Net Cost of System:
- $18,000
- Annual Savings:
- $3,000
- Own or Lease:
- Cash Purchase
Professionals & Suppliers
- Products:
- SunPower
- Installers:
- Semper Solaris
- Financing:
- cash
What You Need to Know
Description:
SunPower X-22-360-AC 360W modules, two arrays (5 + 13), totaling 6.48 kW, on the same SW-facing roof plane.
Other Benefits:
Add value to the property, not visible from the street or from ground level.
Efficiency or Sustainability Improvements:
Recent remodel included double-paned windows, higher-efficiency appliances, replaced all lighting with LED, upgraded HVAC, and enhanced insulation throughout the house.
My Motivation:
Increasing electricity rates by regional utility (SDG&E), great pricing on premium rooftop solar technology. San Diego typically has the highest (or one of the highest) electricity rates nationwide.
Advice:
Stay on top of your installer. We were happy with the overall results, however, I had to ping our project manager on several occasions.
Experience with Installer:
Overall, wonderful company. A few hiccups along the way, but the project from signing of contract to system power-on took just over 9-weeks.
Additional Notes:
Of note, the Scripps Ranch section (92131) of San Diego has the highest percentage of residential solar PV penetration of any zip code in solar-friendly California. Please look at the photo reflecting our SDG&E meter readings since activating our solar PV system late afternoon on 5/12.
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