metalandmeeples
metalandmeeples t1_jec0kct wrote
We've had Fidium since October in Durham. We were happy to dump Xfinity.
metalandmeeples t1_jec0fiq wrote
Wolfe's Neck
metalandmeeples t1_je4j7i0 wrote
Reply to comment by DidDunMegasploded in Internet... by MixtureDizzy4928
Fidium has much deeper penetration in Maine than GoNetSpeed. I didn't have a choice myself but have had Fidium for 5 months and the experience has been fantastic.
metalandmeeples t1_je0ggwp wrote
It's crazy that "Hot or Not" evolved into modern dating once smartphones became mainstream.
metalandmeeples t1_jdxve75 wrote
Reply to comment by Guygan in Land covenants by Lfcfan2187
I did read the post. It says covenants which are typically from an HOA. We can let the OP clear this up.
metalandmeeples t1_jdwb1jz wrote
Reply to comment by Squidworth89 in Land covenants by Lfcfan2187
Probably an HOA.
metalandmeeples t1_jd2hzeu wrote
Reply to comment by ZingZongZaddy in Proposal locations? by IntelligentEar8821
Sure, if you can get a reservation!
metalandmeeples t1_jd08whw wrote
Reply to Best coffee roaster in Maine? by Easy_Being212
Of the ones from Maine I've tried in the last few years:
Tandem > Speckled Ax > Bard > Time and Tide > Wicked Joe > Coffee By Design
metalandmeeples t1_jckqr6d wrote
Reply to comment by DodgeDeBoulet in Solar recommendations by Substantial-Spare501
Yeah, those panels are pretty large. I have 16 on my roof and can only fit 4 more.
metalandmeeples t1_jckfdqi wrote
Reply to comment by DodgeDeBoulet in Solar recommendations by Substantial-Spare501
Ah, so this is a ground and not a roof mount? In that case, yes, there are extra costs to build the structure and do the trenching. We were quoted about a 25% premium for a ground mounted option so that would put you closer to $90k. I'd be very surprised if prices have increased 20% from a year ago.
metalandmeeples t1_jck7vnz wrote
Reply to comment by DodgeDeBoulet in Solar recommendations by Substantial-Spare501
Can you separate the solar from the heat pumps? For a solar system that massive, you should be around $2.50/watt (~$70,000) or better before any incentives.
metalandmeeples t1_jci25n9 wrote
Reply to comment by ghT4uS68O0ogg3Y in Solar recommendations by Substantial-Spare501
Look into a solar shed instead of a traditional ground mount if you want to get some value out of the structure. Maine Solar Solutions will know what you're talking about.
metalandmeeples t1_jci1z0d wrote
Reply to comment by SolarGuyInMaine in Solar recommendations by Substantial-Spare501
Seriously. Windows will give you the least amount of insulation for your money.
metalandmeeples t1_jci1nal wrote
Reply to comment by SolarGuyInMaine in Solar recommendations by Substantial-Spare501
Maine Solar Solutions strongly discouraged me from using Mosaic and I'm glad that they did.
metalandmeeples t1_jcgeqog wrote
Reply to comment by Volator in Solar recommendations by Substantial-Spare501
We paid ~$20K for a solar install on a house about 50% larger than this.
metalandmeeples t1_jcgeka2 wrote
Reply to comment by Seyword in Solar recommendations by Substantial-Spare501
You'll never get a payback on replacing windows. You absolutely will with solar. I do agree with your other points though and they should be done first.
metalandmeeples t1_jcge9ow wrote
Reply to comment by rectumish in Solar recommendations by Substantial-Spare501
Why do you say that?
metalandmeeples t1_jcge3hy wrote
Reply to Solar recommendations by Substantial-Spare501
Maine Solar Solutions. Roughly $20,000 for a 7.68kW system. Contract signed in Q1 of 2022 and installed in Q2 of 2022. I did not use solar financing. The company was very easy to work with, they actually came on-site to do a site-survey and were willing to negotiate on the pricing somewhat. Install was completed almost 2 months early and I haven't had a power bill since. I'm on track to produce about 10% more power than they estimated so I'm installing a heat pump to try and use it up.
Beware of solar loans through companies like Mosiac. They advertise a low rate but charge a huge fee up front, sometimes as much as 30% of the total project.
metalandmeeples t1_jc8mby6 wrote
Reply to comment by New_Sun6390 in Maine Affordable Energy is CMP by [deleted]
I still agree. Let's vote out CMP in November! We shouldn't need much help given that they are the lowest rated utility in the entire country.
metalandmeeples t1_jc6gb66 wrote
Reply to comment by lucidlilacdream in Maine’s largest cities and counties lag in spending federal COVID-19 aid by DrMcMeow
Just picture it! An omnidirectional loudspeaker at the top blasting The Star Spangled Banner on repeat. We'll be able to pay farm hand salaries to pick the crops and feed all of the hungry!
metalandmeeples t1_jc6efgt wrote
Reply to comment by lucidlilacdream in Maine’s largest cities and counties lag in spending federal COVID-19 aid by DrMcMeow
Seriously. Either that or a giant flagpole.
metalandmeeples t1_jaxmtdc wrote
Reply to How often are you shoveling today? by PelvisPresley208
7AM, 10AM, and 3PM. I should be done for the day. There was over a foot of miserably wet snow that I wouldn't want to tackle in much more than 4" increments.
metalandmeeples t1_ja7byvt wrote
Reply to comment by mymaineaccount46 in Maine Child Care Subsidy by Dry-Date-6730
You don't have to, but there are many people out there who are not financially disciplined enough to be on a longer plan and pay anything more than the minimum. I don't think my original comment was focused enough and is mostly based on my own personal experiences. I live in a neighborhood about 30 minutes north of Portland that isn't too dissimilar from the one I or my wife grew up in. The difference, however, is that the parents here who have children are either older, have two graduate-level+ careers, and/or have family helping out with childcare. The couples that don't have children still have two white collar incomes. I grew up on a police officer's salary and my wife on a truck driver's salary. The average first time homeowner demographic is very different today.
metalandmeeples t1_ja5o3lc wrote
Reply to comment by matroshka27 in Maine Child Care Subsidy by Dry-Date-6730
Well, your original comment came across to me as if you were saying "you people are crazy, I only pay $500/mo" but it sounds like you are well aware of what most parents in Southern Maine are paying.
metalandmeeples t1_jegjm4a wrote
Reply to How long is to long of a commute. by bluecommet84
I couldn't do more than 30.