DIY Grid-Tied Solar Project
A DIY Grid-Tied Solar Project - An Example From San Diego This is a blog about how I installed Solar on my house in San Diego including getting it permitted and interconnected to the local power utility (SDG&E). I'm an Engineer and a guy who likes to do thing himself. This post is intended to help others like me that want to install solar but not sure if they could do it. Here was my journey. Key Points Safety first Know the building codes Design it for the full warranty life (25 years) Who Can Do This You can do this if you are: 1. Comfortable with construction 2. Comfortable on a ladder and working on a roof 3. Familiar with building codes & electrical work 4. Can flash a roof 5. Someone who has a basic set of tools You should not install your own solar system if: 1. Your idea of a set of tools is a universal screwdriver and a toy hammer for hanging pictures. 2. You plan to save money by using inferior parts. 3. You've never finished a