I want to build a 1200w grid tie solar system that I can plug into the side of my home.

[AntronX]

As for saving energy, I can only save so much as it gets to be over 100F/37C here for about four months non-stop and there are others who live with me who cannot get too hot or they will get sick. I struggle to keep the ac at 82F/27C during this time inside and it still goes over the threshold.

Seems like you are located in the south. Each 350w solar panel will offset around $4 per month of your power bill under ideal conditions (all available solar energy is captured). 4 panels = $16/mo savings or $192/year. If you only spend $1000 on the system (unlikely) then it's at least 5 years until break even. I don't think it's worth it. Concentrate on improving your financial situation by working on attaining a higher paying job so that $150/mo power bills become affordable to you.

 

[rebellyellsolar]

Seems like you are located in the south. Each 350w solar panel will offset around $4 per month of your power bill under ideal conditions (all available solar energy is captured). 4 panels = $16/mo savings or $192/year. If you only spend $1000 on the system (unlikely) then it's at least 5 years until break even. I don't think it's worth it. Concentrate on improving your financial situation by working on attaining a higher paying job so that $150/mo power bills become affordable to you.

Yea, that certainly make more sense. And I am, but it being unstable, I was hoping for a reassurance should it dip back down again. I'm grateful for the clarity and education I've found here.

 

[OM617YOTA]

Or is it more just "you're bill isint bad your ac is cheap suck it up" not that you would say something so crass, It's just the truth of the matter, I think.

Pretty much it. If saving money is your main goal, then there's much better ROI to be had elsewhere.

 

[rebellyellsolar]

Pretty much it. If saving money is your main goal, then there's much better ROI to be had elsewhere.

Makes sense. Thanks again!