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I’m trying to find out more information on these solar ready Load centers. Tesla said I don’t require one, but may have read that some cities their building code requires them on a retrofit, and the old panel is used as a sub panel.

it was my understanding that Tesla will install their own stuff so A solar ready load center is not needed. I’m in the process of getting ready to have my electrical redone by my own electrician, so if I have to make changes I’d rather get it done now.

I don’t want to install a main and sub panel and find out on install day that I need a special solar ready panel. I’ve verified through my advisor, but I’ve learned they don’t always give the right information out. For example, they told me I could do a whole house back up using just my own panel and not needing a sub panel. I did the math, and there’s no way that would work unless I had at least 3 power walls.

I’m not fully understanding why some places require them on a retrofit if I read correctly, and if Tesla will install their own equipment if i should even consider.

I’m getting a GE 200 amp main installed, and I’m considering another GE 200 or 150 amp sub panel so I can use all the same breakers. GE doesn’t make a solar ready panel from what I can tell searching online.

Any help appreciated! Thanks.