solar panels or generators for electricity
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solar panels or generators for electricity
Can I have views on the above, are they efficient? Can you run a fridge/tv/lighting and the pc off of them with no problem? What happens if there is no sunshine like today? (OK I know we need the rain! ) thanks in advance
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The sun in Spain is never long hiding behind a cloud so don't worry about that. I have two solar panels and they run about 20 bulbs no problem and could do more. p.c tv no problem. For a fridge you'd need one on its own. Heavy users are hairdryers firdges and washmachines.About 9 panels would run just about everything you'd need for an average household. Initial cost is high but then its a great feeling that its all free from then on in! plus environmentally friendly and maintenance free.
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My Dad has a generator which runs to top up a battery which lights the house and supplies electricity for things like cd players etc. He then also has solar panels to keep the battery topped up. He has a gas fridge/freezer and also uses gas for hot water. This combination has worked well for years. Not sure of the technical set up of it but I could find out if you wanted to know.
It can be done though and is well worth looking into.
It can be done though and is well worth looking into.
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I am also looking into this as an option and I have been quoted €21000 for a system that will run everything, including the kitchen sink (!), well maybe not, but will run the wahing machine and fridge/freezer. However, that price does not include a back up genny, but does include installation with all the normal safety levels that you would expect from a mains wired house in the UK. Trouble is, I have no idea whether this is a competitive price for a 90m2 property. does anyone have any price comparisons?
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