Solar Panels In North Carolina

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How Much Do Solar Panels Cost In North Carolina

The actual cost per watt will vary from county to county in North Carolina. The price ranges below are range based on the average price per watt of $2.8.

System Size Avg. Cost Per Watt Low-End Price Average Price High-End Price
6 kWs $2.80 $12,600.00 $16,800.00 $21,000.00
8 kWs $2.80 $16,800.00 $22,400.00 $28,000.00
10 kWs $2.80 $21,000.00 $28,000.00 $35,000.00
12 kWs $2.80 $25,200.00 $33,600.00 $42,000.00
14 kWs $2.80 $29,400.00 $39,200.00 $49,000.00
16 kWs $2.80 $33,600.00 $44,800.00 $56,000.00

Keep in mind, the prices above are based on the average price per watt across all of North Carolina. The real cost per watt may be higher or lower in your city.

Solar Panel Rebates In North Carolina

You might be surprised to find out that in addition to the 26% solar tax credit, there are a bare minimum of 66 solar panel rebates that you can apply for in the State of North Carolina. You can save thousands of dollars on your installation. Click the button below to view all of the solar rebates available to you.

  • At Least 66 Solar Rebates
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  • Save Thousands Of Dollars On Solar Panels In North Carolina
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North Carolina Solar Panels By City

Cities In North Carolina Where Solar Is Booming

Homeowners in North Carolina are saving huge on solar panels with solar tax credits. Find out more about how you can eliminate your energy bills, improving the value of your home, and make North Carolina a little more green. Check out some of the cities where solar panels are popular in North Carolina below.

  • Asheville
    Sunlight kWh1073.55kWh
    % Qualified69.28%
    Med. kW Potential8.75kW
  • Burlington
    Sunlight kWh1081.208568588kWh
    % Qualified81.53%
    Med. kW Potential9.25kW
  • Cary
    Sunlight kWh1086.4952092522kWh
    % Qualified74.29%
    Med. kW Potential8.75kW
  • Charlotte
    Sunlight kWh1091.4kWh
    % Qualified75.15%
    Med. kW Potential8.5kW
  • Concord
    Sunlight kWh1088.85kWh
    % Qualified81.08%
    Med. kW Potential9kW
  • Durham
    Sunlight kWh1084.5997525146kWh
    % Qualified66.46%
    Med. kW Potential8kW
  • Fayetteville
    Sunlight kWh1082.05kWh
    % Qualified80.75%
    Med. kW Potential12.5kW
  • Gastonia
    Sunlight kWh1088.85kWh
    % Qualified75.13%
    Med. kW Potential9kW
  • Greensboro
    Sunlight kWh1082.05kWh
    % Qualified74.99%
    Med. kW Potential9kW
  • Greenville
    Sunlight kWh1069.3kWh
    % Qualified80.32%
    Med. kW Potential10.5kW
  • High Point
    Sunlight kWh1082.2559510535kWh
    % Qualified80.74%
    Med. kW Potential9.25kW
  • Huntersville
    Sunlight kWh1091.4kWh
    % Qualified85.04%
    Med. kW Potential9.25kW
  • Jacksonville
    Sunlight kWh1076.95kWh
    % Qualified84.80%
    Med. kW Potential12.75kW
  • Raleigh
    Sunlight kWh1086.2897600291kWh
    % Qualified68.03%
    Med. kW Potential7.75kW
  • Rocky Mount
    Sunlight kWh1092.7016153533kWh
    % Qualified76.78%
    Med. kW Potential9kW
  • Wilmington
    Sunlight kWh1103.3kWh
    % Qualified80.16%
    Med. kW Potential11kW
  • Winston-Salem
    Sunlight kWh1084.6kWh
    % Qualified74.78%
    Med. kW Potential9kW

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions About Solar Panels In North Carolina

Still have questions about getting solar panels installed at your home or property in North Carolina? Browse some of our most common questions and answers below.

Do Solar Panels Create Power On Cloudy Days?

Solar Panels still produce some electricity during cloudy days from indirect and UV light, but their production is reduced to around 15-30% of what they would create in direct sunlight.

Can Solar Panels Withstand Hail Storms?

Yes! Properly installed solar panels are much more resilient than people imagine. Just because they’re thin and reflective like glass doesn’t mean they are fragile. In fact, many solar panel owners report extensive damage to the rest of their home, cars, and property, while their solar panel system stays undamaged. The angle and direction the panels are installed facing make the biggest difference regarding their vulnerability during a hail storm, and like the rest of your property they can be insured against hail damage.

How Is Solar Energy Produced?

When the photons in sunlight hit the atoms in your solar panel, electrons can be kicked loose. Solar panels are designed to collect these disassociated electrons and store them in a battery to power your home and electronics.

How much does it cost to clean solar panels?

The prices range greatly depending on the size of the solar panel system that needs cleaning, the panel’s location, and the angle of your roof. The harder it is to get up to and reach your panels the more you can expect to pay. In general, costs can range from $20 – $30 per panel, but will depend on the specific company you contract.

How do you clean solar panels?

In most cases, cleaning your solar panels isn’t really necessary. They get a great rinse off every time it rains. However, if you live in a dry state you may need to clean them from time to time. It’s generally advised that you hire a professional to do this so that you don’t do any unintended damage to your solar panels. However, if you plan to do it yourself, it’s not all that difficult. All you really need is a hose, a good brush, and some patience. Make sure to take your time and gently, but thoroughly scrub the panels until all the dirt and debris is removed.

What are solar panels made of?

Solar panels are made from a wide range of materials and chemicals that each contribute to the conversion of solar light into usable electricity. The main component in any solar panel are crystalline silicon wafers. These wafers are semiconductors that are able to generate electricity from sunlight in a process known as the photovoltaic effect.  In addition, solar panels use glass, wires, metal components, and batteries in order to fully convert and store the sunlight as usable energy for your home.

Can Snow and Ice Damage Solar Panels?

Snow and Ice are rarely an issue for a properly installed and maintained solar panel system. Solar panels generate a good amount of heat through their operation and will usually melt any snowfall or ice accumulation. Solar panels are also almost always installed at an angle so snow and ice will generally slide right off. If your panels become entirely blocked by snow or ice, however, they will not generate power, the same as with any other debris that might cover your panels.

Interesting Facts About North Carolina

North Carolina, also known as the Tar Heel State, has seen a population growth of 9.50% since 2010. As of 2020, the total population was 10,439,388. You might be surprised to find out that 69.5% of the people in North Carolina own their homes. This means that of the 10,439,388 people in North Carolina, 69.5% are potentially elligible to install solar panels at their home. Click here to find out if you're elligible for solar panels. Famous for being the home of Virginia Dare, the first English child born in America, on Roanoake Island in 1587, it should come as no surprise that the state motto is "Esse quam videri (To be rather than to seem)".

North Carolina has a total area of 48,617.91 square miles of which 48,617.91 square miles is land. The average elevation in North Carolina is 700 feet with the highest point being Mt. Mitchell at an elevation of 6,684 feet. The lowest point in North Carolina is Atlantic Ocean. This type of landscape is generally advantageous for solar panels.

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