Posted By lisa6801 on 07/13/2008 4:38 PM
I am new to this site and keep flipping between the geo and solar groups. Building in central virginia (madison) looking at geo with solar but trying to see if it is worth adding the solar portion. Have not started building yet. What is the best way to see if it is worth the cost to have both as it seems that I may be trying a duplication of effrot here in some areas. Trying to learn the capabilities and pros and cons.
any suggestions of where to point me is appreciated. Lisa
Lisa,
I would concentrate on your structure 1st.
Super Insulate. Once you have that covered, everything else becomes a lot easier(less BTU's required). Solar? You didn't mention what type(Active
, Passive or PV).
I like Geo, but it is expensive(to install) and does consume copious amounts of electricity.
Lots of options, and once you narrow them down, we can probably help you.