Let me help make that decision right now. You will be doing Grid Tied as you would be a fool to do otherwise if you have commercial power available. If you want emergency back up get a generator.
Not sure what you mean DIY, but if that means making your own panels forget it. Not going to happen. If you mean install the system yourself is remotely possible, but not a given. Lots of hoops to jump through like certified/stamped plans, drawings by a professional engineer, electrical codes to follow, permits, and inspections to pass. Depending on where you are at your local authority may or may not allow you to self install.
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Hi everyone, this is the beginning of my journey into DIY Solar.
Hello,
It is nice to meet you all and be a part of this forum.
Looking forward to learning a lot on here, I have been learning about alternative energy over the past few years and this forum seems like a great way to learn from more experienced people in the solar community.
I am planning on building my own solar setup at home, and I will definitely be reading all the great posts on here for insight and advice. My goal is to have it up and running in about a year or less, if my financial situation allows for it.
I haven't decided if I will be doing an off grid or on grid setup yet, but I am leaning towards off grid for night time use and emergency backup.
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