I'm really interested in getting into solar power as a hobby, but my wife isn't on board with spending much money on it. Does anyone have tips or tricks for obtaining solar panels for free or at a lower cost?
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Have you tried Secondsol.com? Sometimes they have offers for free panels, but be cautious as they might come with strings attached, like needing to take damaged ones too. Also, local installers might have leftover panels they're willing to sell cheap, especially if they didn't fit a specific project. It's worth asking around!
If you have a sizable commercial roof space, using second-hand panels could be a smart option. If you're okay with lower output and lifespan, you might want to explore sealing damaged panels with epoxy to extend their use. It could be a budget-friendly way to dive into your solar project!
Just a friendly reminder, don't consider stealing panels. It's definitely not worth the risk!
Check out Facebook Marketplace! You can often find used solar panels for pretty cheap, usually around $25 to $40 each. I scored some 250W panels for just $20 each from a local solar farm. They still work great! Just make sure you can fit them in your car before you go for it.
Wow, that's an amazing deal!