How Much Does it Cost to Install Solar in Santa Cruz?

$151 Cheap
$166 Great Price
$182 Costly
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The cost of solar installation Santa Cruz 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 Santa Cruz 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 Santa Cruz can cost you around $151 to install. In already include the panels, labor, connections and other miscellaneous fees. Many states offer rebates and incentives for homeowners who has Santa Cruz 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 Santa Cruz, you can get a rebate amounting to $3700. Now, subtract the 30 percent federal solar tax, and that is equivalent to another $182 that will be deducted from your original investment cost. Overall, your 5KW Santa Cruz solar installation is estimated to cost you $129 . 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 $28.05
Solar Light Fixture Labor 2 Hours $126.30
Solar Light Fixture Job Materials and Supplies 1 Fixture $12.81
Totals - Cost to Install Solar Lighting - 1 Fixture $167.16
Average Cost Per Fixture $167.16

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

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 Santa Cruz?

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.

Find the Best Costs on Solar Installation - Santa Cruz, 95060

The primary reason why people tend to hold back from getting solar installation Santa Cruz 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 Santa Cruz solar installation. To explain further, for every $129 you pay monthly for your electricity bill, it is equivalent to a 1 KW solar panel. If you pay $129 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 $151 to $182.

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    Solar Construction

    Rating: 75
    Santa CruzCA  95060
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    Swenson Technology

    Rating: 77
    147 S River St. 
    Santa CruzCA  95060
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    United Science

    Rating: 61
    Ben LomondCA  95005
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    Sandbar Solar & Electric

    Rating: 91
    2656 Mission St. 
    Santa CruzCA  95060
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    Santa Cruz Blinds

    Rating: 90
    317 Potrero Street Suite B. 
    Santa CruzCA  95060
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    Sandbar Solar & Electric

    Rating: 93
    2656 Mission St. 
    Santa CruzCA  95060