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I had not noticed but might explain the better pricing. Hopefully it has enough cooling power for the space since that is its intended purpose.

Thank you!

@Rocket_man Thank you. I am still trying to confirm that the quoted Carrier product qualifies for 30% tax credit. They provided AHRI Certificate and the SEER rating looks good but I don’t see it listed as Energy Star qualified. Do you believe the AHRI certificate is sufficient:

Third try is a charm! For anyone else pricing out a ductless mini split heat pump to reduce kWh use: $5,800; Established HVAC outfit; 12k BTU 21 SEER

update: Lowe’s offers install but installer will not install Lowe’s products. He said something about lower manufacturing quality of products off the shelf. His company installs only Fujitsu and said price would be about $7,500 installed. A little better but ….

Carpe Diem @Rocket_man If mini split was going in my garage, or even first floor, I might try it but it’s second floor. The proliferation of DIY video tutorials is amazing. But this one requires integration into my electrical panel, already encumbered by the PV and PW. I’d be in over my head...

Was the install pre Covid?

Nice work, research and execution. Yes, I think with the federal tax credit the contractors are trying to capture that, and may be a bit more. It’s ridiculous to think a homeowner is going to spend $7,500 to install a $1,000 product. Frustrating.

I’m seeking to reduce kWh daily use (and PW drain during outage) by cooling our bedroom w/ 12k BTU, 22 SEER, 230 volt, single head mini split. Two bids/quotes: Both about $9k. Product pricing for outdoor compressor, indoor head unit, and line set is about $1,500 (Mitsubishi) and under $1,000...

PV engaged and charged PW to 90% 👍

I’m have same experience. PW at 87%. Grid Down. No PV. sun will set before PW reaches 75% so won’t know if PV will kick on at 75%. Is this normal or should PV kick on to charge PW back to 90% or 95%?

So all pretty much the same? Some posts suggested some damage wheel rim

My daughter purchased one of the last RWD M3 at end of 2023. I’d like to surprise her with wheel not covers and center caps but can’t identify a good product. 18 inch Aero Wheels. Any suggestions?

I was wondering how to apply 10% guideline suggested by @BGbreeder too. Regarding how to stop PW useage whike charging EV, I just slide PW Backup to 100% and set myself a reminder to adjust it back

This adds clarity. And yes, I’d just like PWs to power house during peaks, and be left fully charged during all off peak hours. Right now PW is still being depleted off peak, like on weekends, for no reason which reduces backup in case of outage. It would be better if we could completely...