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Thank you. This is very helpful! It's given me a good understanding of what I need. I really appreciate the response and the detail. It seems to me like the 5 to 8 kva systems I've been getting quoted on is completely unnecessary. I definitely do want something that will give me more than 4 hours of back up. The next question is, where do I find a reliable supplier and installer who can give me a decent quote in Durban?

Hi, I'm looking for advice on solar backups. I'd like to be prepped for a worst-case scenario when the power goes out for more than a day. As an advantage, if it reduces my bill, then great! I need to power the following: 1 gaming PC, my work laptop, a fan, a fridge/freezer. Ideally, it would be a grid-tied system, so I guess that means solar in the day and Eskom at night? I can't seem to find a decent and affordable supplier and installer in Durban. I'm being quoted for complete systems costing over R150 000. This is not what I want or need. How much, on average, would I need to spend for the above requirements? Any suggestions on a good installer in Durban who won't require me to sell my kidney? Any assistance would be appreciated.