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Post #43, picture one, shows the boxes the solar goes through when it was installed. It shuts down solar in the event of a power outage. What I need, is a transfer switch between service, and the split between house and shop to introduce generator power to allow the solar to produce during a...

Essentially, I have a 30A breaker on my panel that is from the solar panels. Is there a way for me to connect a generator, fire it up, and disconnect from service, and still be able to power my house? j

Now, if I could find an electrician that would take on a project like this. I've also had problems with getting someone out to relocate the well pump to the new shop, so it isn't just electricians that are too busy for me... j

What I may end up having to do is build a battery bank, charged by chargers, and go that route :eek: j

Each solar panel has it's own micro inverter. I'm too lazy to look up the panel specifications at this time, LOL! I don't need the full 400A in an emergency situation, and if we end up in a SHTF situation, I don't know I'd want to be around here anyway. I was just wondering if it would be...

So far, none of them have showed up for a consultation. I got one estimate for two generator inlets and transfer switches for $1500, but no one wants to touch a backup battery array. j

Here is what I have in mind. The generator feeds power so the solar produces during an outage. I'm thinking if I could get a transfer switch between the meter base and the panels, that could solve the generator problem. Where would I put the battery to feed both panels? Thanks for all the...

LOL! j

I currently have two service panels fed by my meter base. One feeds the shop with a grid tied 18.6 KW Solar array, the other feeds the house. Both have a 200A Panel. First, I'd like to install a portable generator input plug that will be able to allow the solar array to continue to produce when...

For almost 10 years, that's all I Had. We got lucky in that the price increases came after we had everything delivered. j

It's kinda what we do :D j

It took me a while to get the gumption to actually put it up there, LOL! Best part of it all? ...the TV was free, the receiver, Good Will, $35.00, and speakers going up were also free. The old Bostons were my front speakers in my home theater over 20 years ago. j

It took a bit of work, and a lot of help from my step son, but I got the 80" Sharp mounted in the shop. I have a PC for streaming, an Onkyo TX -NR 626 for sound, and my old Boston Accoustics CR7's mounted till I can get an amp and structure built for the EAW speakers. Then the Boston will join...

we are "net metered", at I think 94% of our usage. So, in theory, our power bill should drop like a rock in the summer, and possibly even in the winter. I'd also like to add a battery system eventually, to support us during a power outage

Thanks. It was built as a 2 story. I plan on adding a loft for a theater room in the next year or two. Also, this happened.

too late, LOL! j

Mine actually wrote the number of circuits on his inspection sticker...

*****UPDATE***** Shop finished, and already is full, LOL! Got the travel trailer in, the Demon, Dart, My Ram, her Durango, my dads flat bed trailer, and the lawn equipment. We use the two car door for our garage. Still have a bunch of stuff to sift through to get sorted. I've already figured...

I keep telling my wife that, LOL. I'm hoping we get through this week. I don't know how much longer I can keep her from rampaging. :D j

Is Morton a contractor? j

I know its coming, but it seems that light at the end of the tunnel, seems to be a train... Inspection approved this time around. The electrician had just left when the inspector called about my inspection. He even took the time to inspect their work while he was there. So, now its finish dirt...

It's a pole building built by a local contractor. He only has 5 or 6 people working with him. Super cool guy, and very easy to work with. Anyone in the Puget Sound looking for a pole building, I highly recommend them. j

Well, i didn't know I needed GFCI outlets on all receptacle circuits. Went ahead and replaced what was needed, and called for another inspection. Inspector said the rest of the install looked good. The electrician is supposed to be here today to wire up the septic yank, as well as relocate the...

Completed the initial electrical install. Just 5 outlet circuits along with the 3 lighting circuits. I saw the price for the 6-3 I need for the two 30A circuits I want, and will have to wait till some of this is paid for. :o I called requested the inspection so that hopefully, if it passes, we...

Got the lighting done over the weekend. I'm happy with the results. Septic tank was moved today. Unfortunately, the pump tank had a large crack in it, so was destroyed.

Got the doors on Thursday. The house is almost ready too. Final cleaning scheduled for late next week, I think ;) Water and septic will hopefully be done next week as well.

Had to move the lawn tractor. The concrete truck wouldn't fit without moving it. Even the wife was helping.

Gravel in the shop for concrete, and gutters. I started putting up the lights, but decided to wait till the concrete is done, and rent a scissor lift. The janky ladder and uneven ground is just too much. Also got the porches on the house done, and the floor guy is here working on the vinyl and...

Backfill around the house. I started putting the lights up yesterday, but didn't have my phone to take pictures. The security light, garage door opener circuit, and three of the lights are up. More pictures when I get home. j

They filled in the trench today, after I dropped in a 2" conduit from the house to the shop. I got the interior light fixtures, and man door security lights installed. This weekend is wiring the interior lights, installing the outdoor lights, and finishing the balance of my wiring for my...