Oregon-based Grape Solar is now selling grid-tie capable, kilowatt-scale solar photovoltaic systems online via Amazon. These systems ship in various bundles which include a racking system, an inverter, and several 230-watt panels, depending on the size of the system.
For example, the 2.3 kW system is $9,999.99 ($4.35 per watt), the 3.68 kW system is $14,999.99 ($4.08 per watt), and the 5.06 kW system is $19,999.99 ($3.95 per watt), not including permits, installation, wiring, or electrical.
The system is marketed in a kind of consumer-direct, DIY manner, but self-installation may not be the greatest idea in the world. Installation pros can help make sure the array is oriented properly, connected safely, and optimized for the property.
Interesting idea, however I know where I live you need to get an inspection by an electrical inspector when job is finished to close out the permit. Only licensed electricians can do this so I don’t know how a DIYer will do this.
Agreed. At the very least, it’s a helpful data point for the equipment cost of a larger system.
For Professional Utah Solar Instalation the Pricing is right around $5-$6. per wat. Almost Half compared to just 3 years ago. Sweet Little Kit Tho!
Speaking of Utah, are you going to be at the Utah Renewable Energy Conference later this month? Looks like it has some excellent programs planned.
We are Preston but just as Observers not Participants this year. They have dramaticlly increased the Price and I Dont see many people going at the $40.00 price point. Should be interesting to see.
nice idea, but the price is pretty expensive. I found much cheaper one on greenbaba