pmalavolti
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I am trying to plan a system but the info is overwhelming. I am trying to design a system that I can expand on. I am wanting a grid-tied system. I wont be able to buy everything at once, so I am going to start with a battery backup. I want a system that will power my house for about 12 hours with little/moderate compromise. All my appliances that can be are gas. I have 1800 square foot split foyer built in the 70's. My central A/C is a 2 ton unit with a scroll compressor(a little more energy efficient). I also have 2 refrigerators and sump pumps that need to run when the power goes. I also have a gas 8000 watt generator that I am wanting to be able to be able to plug in to charge batteries/run the house in the event of a power outage. I don't lose power often/much, mainly just from storms. The second phase would be adding a 48v solar panel array on the roof of my shop that is about 150 ft from the service panel. I am trying to find a inverter that will allow me to handle a battery system, charge it from the grid, generator, and later solar array. I am trying to plan my budget. I am willing to invest in a more on reliable equipment but don't feel the need to spend on name brand equipment i.e. generac, tesla, lg, ect. I have watched a lot of youtube videos from Will and Davidpoz. Everytime I go online to start shopping, I dont feel confident enough to pull the trigger and purchase.