Resi Power Factor Correction

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Tim Garland

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It was brought to my attention that a company recently did a workshop/sales pitch for residential sized capacitor banks with prices starting at $500.00. Their claim is that you can save up to 25% on your elecric bill. The Testimonials are from businesses not homeowners and I must confess to having serious reservations about the effectiveness of a cap. bank in a single family home. An electrician I work with installed some of these in the '70's, but never had any hard data to know whether they were worthwhile. I know of one builder and a relative of mine who are intrigued by this and I am hoping that you all can either confirm or aleviate my concerns.
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Tim
 
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We should add this to the FAQ sticky. However, please see this thread for the latest discussion about this subject. In fact, there are some more links in that thread. :smile:
 
Charlie,
Thanks for the welcome and the links. I believe I have plenty of info now to steer people toward worthwhile energy saving ideas. I'll echo the sentiments of those before me - "Sorry for the repeat". I appreciate the fact that this is all well monitored.
Tim
 
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