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lafilmfan

Solar Patio Cover?

20 years ago

Has anyone installed or seen a solar patio cover? I think we are going to cover the patio with some sort of shade structure, and I thought why not check on solar panels? I'm concerned about the cost of course, but also the ease of installation. Anyone have any thoughts?

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