How Much Does it Cost to Install Solar in Berkeley?

$171 Cheap
$187 Great Price
$204 Costly
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The cost of solar installation Berkeley has reduced dramatically significantly in the past several years. This trend is even expected to go on in the coming years as more homeowners are getting Berkeley solar installation in their homes. The demand for solar power homes increased prompting more companies to manufacture and distribute high-quality solar components, at a slower rate because of tight competition. An average 5KW solar installation Berkeley can cost you around $171 to install. In already include the panels, labor, connections and other miscellaneous fees. Many states offer rebates and incentives for homeowners who has Berkeley solar panels in their home. To know the real cost of your installation, subtract the incentives and a solar federal tax break. For a 5KW solar installation Berkeley, you can get a rebate amounting to $3700. Now, subtract the 30 percent federal solar tax, and that is equivalent to another $204 that will be deducted from your original investment cost. Overall, your 5KW Berkeley solar installation is estimated to cost you $140 . Now that is almost half of the original cost and huge saving.

Estimated final cost for solar installation

Item Quantity Fair Price
Solar Light Fixture Cost 1 Fixture $29.63
Solar Light Fixture Labor 2 Hours $144.57
Solar Light Fixture Job Materials and Supplies 1 Fixture $13.54
Totals - Cost to Install Solar Lighting - 1 Fixture $187.75
Average Cost Per Fixture $187.74

Is it really possible to reduce my electric bill to zero because of solar installation Berkeley?

Yes. There are instances that solar systems produce more electricity that can be used in a month, bringing the electricity cost to $0. However, you may still pay minimal connection fees to keep connected to the electric grid.

How many solar panels will I need to install to cover the whole cost of my electric bill in Berkeley?

The number of solar panels by how your monthly energy consumption. A panel can produce 250 to 300 W so to produce 5 KW of electricity, you will need to install 20 solar panels.

If I move from my current home that has a solar installation, should I remove the solar panels?

No! A solar installation can add value to your home. If you're planning to sell it, you might be surprised at how easily you will be able to sell it.

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The primary reason why people tend to hold back from getting solar installation Berkeley is the intimidating price. However, in the long run, you will earn the benefits of getting one because the solar installation will eventually pay for itself. The savings that you will get are not in cold hard cash but in lower utility bills and tax incentives from your state. Typically, the more money you spend paying for your current energy consumption is the same amount of money that you will save when you get Berkeley solar installation. To explain further, for every $140 you pay monthly for your electricity bill, it is equivalent to a 1 KW solar panel. If you pay $140 for your electricity bill monthly, you will have to get a 5KW solar installation to cover your expense. A 5KW solar installation can cost you $171 to $204.

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    Verdant Solutions, Inc.

    Rating: 58
    1563 Solano Ave Ste 437 Berkeley, Ca 947072116 Usa. 
    BerkeleyCA  94707
  • 2

    Marshall Lombardo Inc Dba Blue Diamond Excavation

    Rating: 87
    1442 A Walnut Street #82. 
    BerkeleyCA  94709
  • 3

    Alter Systems LLC

    Rating: 63
    2313 4th St. 
    BerkeleyCA  94710
  • 4

    Solar Millenium

    Rating: 63
    1625 Shattuck Ave. 
    BerkeleyCA  94709
  • 5

    Northern California Solar Ener

    Rating: 57
    2530 San Pablo Ave. 
    BerkeleyCA  94702
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    Abengoa Solar Inc.

    Rating: 59
    2030 Addison St. 
    BerkeleyCA  94704