Solar Panels In Rhode Island

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How Much Do Solar Panels Cost In Rhode Island

The actual cost per watt will vary from county to county in Rhode Island. The price ranges below are range based on the average price per watt of $3.14.

System Size Avg. Cost Per Watt Low-End Price Average Price High-End Price
6 kWs $3.14 $14,130.00 $18,840.00 $23,550.00
8 kWs $3.14 $18,840.00 $25,120.00 $31,400.00
10 kWs $3.14 $23,550.00 $31,400.00 $39,250.00
12 kWs $3.14 $28,260.00 $37,680.00 $47,100.00
14 kWs $3.14 $32,970.00 $43,960.00 $54,950.00
16 kWs $3.14 $37,680.00 $50,240.00 $62,800.00

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

Rhode Island 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 29 solar panel rebates that you can apply for in the State of Rhode Island. 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 29 Solar Rebates
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  • Save Thousands Of Dollars On Solar Panels In Rhode Island
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Rhode Island Solar Panels By City

Cities In Rhode Island Where Solar Is Booming

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

  • Cranston
    Sunlight kWh988.55kWh
    % Qualified83.66%
    Med. kW Potential7kW
  • Pawtucket
    Sunlight kWh988.55kWh
    % Qualified85.55%
    Med. kW Potential6.5kW
  • Providence
    Sunlight kWh988.55kWh
    % Qualified84.77%
    Med. kW Potential6.75kW
  • Warwick
    Sunlight kWh990.25kWh
    % Qualified70.53%
    Med. kW Potential6.5kW

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions About Solar Panels In Rhode Island

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

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.

Why are flexible solar panels less efficient?

Flexible solar panels are limited in the materials they can be made from. Rigid solar panels can be made with more efficient components, and are generally thicker, which means more material to interact with solar rays and produce electricity.

How big are solar panels?

Residential solar panels are typically 65 inches by 39 inches or 3.25 feet by 5.4 feet, although there are some variations among manufacturers. Each panel will also weigh about 40 pounds on average.

How do solar panels work?

Solar panels, or solar photovoltaic panels, transform sunlight into usable energy by converting the light into an electric field that then flows into a conductive wire.  The conductive wire flows into the inverter which then transforms the electricity to an alternating current which can then be used to power a property.

You can read our full article about how solar panels work here.

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 many solar panels do I need?

In order to figure out how many solar panels you need, you’ll need to determine how much energy your household uses, how many panels you can fit on your roof, the peak sunlight in your area, how efficient the panels you’re considering are, and whether net metering is available in your area. The easiest way to find out is to get a solar panel estimate from a local installer.

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.

Things To Know About Rhode Island

Rhode Island, also known as the The Ocean State, has seen a population growth of 4.30% since 2010. As of 2020, the total population was 1,097,379. The percentage of homeownership in Rhode Island is a whopping 62.8%! This means that 62.8% of the 1,097,379 people in Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island: 1) it is actually the home of Rhode Island Red chickens, first bred in 1854; the start of poultry as a major American industry, and number 2, the state motto is "Hope".

Rhode Island has a total area of 1,033.81 square miles of which 66.92% is land. The highest elevation in the State of Rhode Island is 812 feet and the lowest point is Sea level making the average elevation 200 feet. With these elevations, solar panel installation is usually a breeze.

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