What’s It Going to Cost Me to Go Solar?
Three easy steps to get a ballpark calculation for utility-tied systems*
- Find your daily utility usage by dividing the kilowatt-hours (kWh) used on an average month’s utility bill by 30.
- Divide that number by 5 (the average number of peak sun hours in the U.S.) and multiply by 1.43 to account for system losses. This is the size of the solar system, in kilowatts, that you will need to take care of 100% of your electrical needs.
- Multiply that number by $9,000 ($9/watt installed) for a good ballpark idea of the gross installed cost.
Can state rebate incentives take a chunk out of that price? Go to dsireusa.org to find out what grants or incentives are available in your state. For instance, in California, you can multiply your gross installed cost by 0.65 to account for rebates and tax credits. In New York or New Jersey, multiply by 0.5.
What ongoing savings can I expect? Whatever you’re paying the utility for electricity now will change to $0 (service charges will still apply).
Call our techs at (800) 347-0070 for more information on how solar can work for your house.
* For off-grid systems, roll up an estimated watt hours calculation using our system sizing worksheet.
Don’t wait for tomorrow’s solar technology. Our industry is graced with almost weekly scientific breakthroughs, but few ever make it to market. Declare your independence from imported oil, coal mining and nuclear waste stockpiles and make a difference. Take action right now.
Going solar today offers a positive step toward building a sustainable future.
You’ll be joining thousands of others in an emerging solar community while saving money on your utility bills and adding to your home’s value.
