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Help with mounting Solar PV panels
« on: June 28, 2018, 07:44:32 PM »
I have a need to mount 2 panels for a simple off grid project on a sloped 12/12 roof.
I know that quite a few people here have solar installations so I'm hoping that you can point me toward a supplier for a reliable product that won't break the bank (Guzzi content). I see a lot of good products but very few suppliers for the man who needs only 6-8 pieces. I've been looking at flashed mounts with a stud into the rafter but if someone has experience with a better/different method I'm all ears!
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Re: Help with mounting Solar PV panels
« Reply #1 on: June 28, 2018, 08:02:18 PM »

   Check these guy's out  http://www.backwoodssolar.com/

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Re: Help with mounting Solar PV panels
« Reply #2 on: June 28, 2018, 09:23:58 PM »
Are you looking for panels (modules)? Or mounting hardware (racking)? What about inverters, wiring, grounding gear etc?

Backwoods Solar is a good outfit -- I bought the rig for my van from them (two 140 watt modules, 1000w inverter, two 6v deep-cycle 250 ah batteries).

For a grid-tied home rig, a small local installer may be able to get wholesale pricing on the equipment and save you enough to have him do the (warrantied) work. That's what I found when it came time to price stuff on my own. Look for a qualified guy who works on his own and hires electrical and labor talent as needed, so you're not paying for overhead on his shop and sales staff.
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Re: Help with mounting Solar PV panels
« Reply #3 on: June 29, 2018, 07:03:30 AM »
Thanks guys,
Backwoods does look like a good source.
I'll reach out to some locals and see if there is a person like you describe Testarossa. That could be the way to go. Not to mention I'm not happy to be on a ladder any more. For some reason my wife always asks if I paid the life insurance bill when get the ladder out....... :thewife:
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