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I probably should have mentioned that I’m quite frugal (ie cheap) and fairly mechanically inclined. That being said when i put in a large system on the garage I will get the bi-directional meter and permits and such. I just thought thought I’d try it out with the free inverter and a few panels...

Thanks for all the replies. By reverse meter I meant a bi-directional meter (correct term?) so sdge can keep track of any extra power we produce. Last I checked it was $1,500 to have them change the meter. I’m old too and apparently too lazy to look up the proper terminology sorry. I have an...

Thanks for your response. I guess I didn’t ask very well but I was trying to find out if the reverse meter is also a safety device that prevents current from getting back to the grid during an outage. From your response I’m going to assume it is and I will wait to do anything until we put in a...

I found a Xantrex 2.5 kw grid tie inverter (stxr2500 early 2000s) and a couple of 100w panels on the side of the road. I’ve recently built a 8’ x 12’ shed into which I am moving our walk in refrigerator. I can fit 5 panels on the south side of the roof and i will already have wiring, a breaker...