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How Much Do Solar Panels Cost In Pennsylvania

The average price per watt for solar panels will vary from city to city in Pennsylvania. The below pricing represents a range of costs based on an average price per watt of $2.9.

System Size Avg. Cost Per Watt Low-End Price Average Price High-End Price
6 kWs $2.90 $13,050.00 $17,400.00 $21,750.00
8 kWs $2.90 $17,400.00 $23,200.00 $29,000.00
10 kWs $2.90 $21,750.00 $29,000.00 $36,250.00
12 kWs $2.90 $26,100.00 $34,800.00 $43,500.00
14 kWs $2.90 $30,450.00 $40,600.00 $50,750.00
16 kWs $2.90 $34,800.00 $46,400.00 $58,000.00

Please remember, these prices are based on the overall average price per watt in the entire state of Pennsylvania. The actual price may be a bit higher or lower depending on your city.

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Pennsylvania Solar Panel Rebates

You might be surprised to find out that in addition to the 26% solar tax credit, there are a bare minimum of 61 solar panel rebates that you can apply for in the State of Pennsylvania. You can save thousands of dollars on your installation. Click the button below to view all of the solar rebates available to you.

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Pennsylvania Solar Panels By City

Cities In Pennsylvania Where Solar Is Booming

Homeowners around the State of Pennsylvania are eliminating their energy bills, improving the value of their homes, and making Pennsylvania a little more green. Check out some of the more popular cities for solar panels in Pennsylvania below.

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  • Allentown
    Sunlight kWh980.05kWh
    % Qualified78.37%
    Med. kW Potential6kW
  • Altoona
    Sunlight kWh943.5kWh
    % Qualified79.95%
    Med. kW Potential5.5kW
  • Bethlehem
    Sunlight kWh973.8742040017kWh
    % Qualified82.17%
    Med. kW Potential7.5kW
  • Erie
    Sunlight kWh883.15kWh
    % Qualified82.62%
    Med. kW Potential7.75kW
  • Levittown
    Sunlight kWh996.2kWh
    % Qualified87.74%
    Med. kW Potential9.25kW
  • Philadelphia
    Sunlight kWh997.9kWh
    % Qualified47.44%
    Med. kW Potential4kW
  • Pittsburgh
    Sunlight kWh943.5kWh
    % Qualified73.39%
    Med. kW Potential5kW
  • Reading
    Sunlight kWh984.3kWh
    % Qualified60.26%
    Med. kW Potential4.25kW
  • Scranton
    Sunlight kWh928.2kWh
    % Qualified89.47%
    Med. kW Potential7.25kW

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions About Solar Panels In Pennsylvania

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

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.

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.

How much energy does a solar panel produce?

Solar panels are typically going to be able to produce between 245 watts and 400 watts per hour. This means that if you live in a place that gets 6 hours of direct sunlight each day, a 300-watt solar panel will produce 1.8 kilowatt-hours and a 400-watt solar panel will produce 2.4 kilowatt-hours. Multiplied by 365, this adds up to about 650 kWh to 875 kWh per year.

How much does it cost to lease solar panels?

The cost to lease a solar panel system depends on many factors including your location, your credit, and the size of system you will need, but the average ranges from about $75 – $250 per month. The best way to find out is to speak to a solar panel installer in your area. Click here to start an online solar panel quote now.

How many solar panels do you need to power a house?

Typically, an average-sized house will need 20 to 25 solar panels. However, depending on the size of the house, the sun exposure, where you live, and how much energy you consume, you could need more.

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.

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.

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Things To Know About Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania, also known as the Keystone State, has seen a population growth of 2.40% since 2010. As of 2020, the total population was 13,002,700. You might be surprised to find out that 72.2% of the people in Pennsylvania own their homes. This means that of the 13,002,700 people in Pennsylvania, 72.2% are potentially elligible to install solar panels at their home. Click here to find out if you're elligible for solar panels. A few fun facts about the state of Pennsylvania: 1) it is actually the home of The first magazine in America: the American Magazine, published in Philadelphia for 3 months in 1741, and number 2, the state motto is "Virtue, liberty, and independence".

The total land area for the State of Pennsylvania is 44,742.70 square miles. Including water, it has an overall size of 46,054.34 square miles. The average elevation in Pennsylvania is 1,100 feet with the highest point being Mt. Davis at an elevation of 3,213 feet. The lowest point in Pennsylvania is Delaware River. This type of landscape is generally advantageous for solar panels.

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