Originally Posted by
N2264J
My system uses made in America Sharp 240W panels that have a 25year warrenty.
I'm told their service life is over 30 years.
My 5.2 kW array costs $27,000 installed but a full third of that comes back in federal and state tax credits. So I guess the only way you can get even with me is buy one yourself.
By the way, as James said, it increases property values which is good for the
neighbors regardless of whether they're Luddites or not.
It depends on whose eyes are looking at it. Solar panels are very ugly in my eyes, therefore I would pay less for a house where all the neighbors had them on their rooftops. Others might pay more, but don't put a blanket statement that solar panels are good for everyone.