How Much Does it Cost to Install Solar in Reno?

$139 Cheap
$154 Great Price
$170 Costly
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The cost of solar installation Reno 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 Reno 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 Reno can cost you around $139 to install. In already include the panels, labor, connections and other miscellaneous fees. Many states offer rebates and incentives for homeowners who has Reno 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 Reno, you can get a rebate amounting to $3700. Now, subtract the 30 percent federal solar tax, and that is equivalent to another $170 that will be deducted from your original investment cost. Overall, your 5KW Reno solar installation is estimated to cost you $118 . 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 $27.81
Solar Light Fixture Labor 2 Hours $114.82
Solar Light Fixture Job Materials and Supplies 1 Fixture $12.71
Totals - Cost to Install Solar Lighting - 1 Fixture $155.33
Average Cost Per Fixture $155.33

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

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 Reno?

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 Reno 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 Reno solar installation. To explain further, for every $118 you pay monthly for your electricity bill, it is equivalent to a 1 KW solar panel. If you pay $118 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 $139 to $170.

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    Triple Crown Construction Development

    Rating: 62
    3860 Shearwater Dr. 
    RenoNV  89508
  • 2

    Aspen Electric LLC

    Rating: 78
    855 S Center St #200. 
    RenoNV  89501
  • 3

    Buyten Electric

    Rating: 93
    RenoNV  89521
  • 4

    Hamilton Solar

    Rating: 76
    8995 Terabyte Dr. 
    RenoNV  89501
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    Intermountain Electric

    Rating: 93
    4750 Longley Ln #105. 
    RenoNV  89501
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    Dragco Inc

    Rating: 92
    2780 North Star Road Rrr-2. 
    RenoNV  89521