Factors Affecting The Cost  of Your Solar System 

What does it cost to go solar? You might be surprised to discover that the size of your home has very little to do with how much energy you consume. Lifestyle, family size, and your home’s overall efficiency all have a significant effect on how much energy you end up buying from your utility. We discuss all considerations during our free solar consultation and design an optimal solar PV system around your annual energy consumption.

  • Cost of Panels and Materials

  • Labor for Installation
  • Permit Fees and Administration Costs
  • Financing Options
  • Incentives and Rebates

Estimate Your Cost to Go Solar

Determine Your Energy Consumption (kWh)

For the state of Texas, you can start by finding your annual kWh usage. Most bills show a graph on them or if you are in a deregulated area then you can go to www.smartmetertexas.com.

Calculate Your Wattage

Divide the annual kWh number (found in the previous step) by 1.5. This will give you an approximate estimate of the number of watts you will need to offset your electricity bill.
For example: 12,000 kWh / 1.5 = 8,000 watts

Estimate Your Total Cost

The range of price per watt to install solar panels in Texas is $3.20 – $3.55/watt (after tax credits). So, you can then multiply the 8,000 watts by the price per watt, or $3.55 x 8,000 = $28,400.

LET US DO THE CALCULATION FOR YOU.

HOW MANY SOLAR PANELS DO I NEED?

The number of panels you need will vary based on many factors such as the size of your home and your home’s average energy consumption.

HOW LONG DO SOLAR PANELS LAST?

Solar panels last on average 25 years and even longer with proper maintenance and care.

WHAT REBATES & INCENTIVES ARE AVAILABLE?

There are many ways to lower the cost of your solar system! Review city, county, and federal tax incentives to see how you can lower your solar panel price.