Homeowner Adds PV as Part of Remodel

Member Name: Jeff Haggin

City & State: San Rafael, CA

Rated DC Output: 7.88 kW

Rated AC Output: 6.765 kW

Modules: 45 SolarWorld SW175 Mono’s (175 Watts Each)

Inverter: 1 SMA SB7000US 240 (7,000 Watts)

Total Installed Cost: $62,887

CSI Rebate: $11,498

Tax Credit: $15,417

Net Cost: $35,972

Net Cost per Watt: $5.32 AC, $4.56 DC

Installed in: February 2009

Designer: Craig Dinsdale

Installer: Bavaria Construction

The ground-mounted PV array was installed as part of a complete remodel, including all new landscaping.  In order to accommodate the construction schedule, work was completed in two stages – first the posts and frame went in, then about a month later, the install was completed.  The best position for the array was inside the setback area, which was resolved by obtaining a variance from the local building authorities.