[BookaT]

What if electricity rates double in the next few years? Then it maybe that his savings per month end up at let’s call it $700 a month. Probably have it paid off with savings in 10 years.

I don’t know the longevity of solar systems(the ones on your home not in the galaxy), I don’t know what savings or costs this guy will see in the future.

I do know it has to feel pretty damn good to not need the electric company to power your needs. Now if you could just get rid of the cable and the rest of the municipalities’ costs(water, trash, etc.)

I would prefer to be self sufficient even if it meant I spent a little MORE for electricity than having to rely on the electric company.

[mountn man]

Your points are very valid.

And most here on FR would agree wholeheartedly, including myself.

But the point for me really isn't about the supposed cost savings. Its really about the guy being an @$$#0L3.

[palmer]

I would prefer to be self sufficient even if it meant I spent a little MORE for electricity than having to rely on the electric company.

Apparently you and many others are unaware that solar panels only provide worthless power (nonpeak). He is just as dependent on the grid to get (expensive) peak power in evening as you or I. The other travesty is that he gets full price for the power he produces even though it is not needed by the grid. That jacks up everyone else's rate just so he can feel good about himself.