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Solar Panel Calculator

Calculate how many solar panels you need based on your electricity usage, local sun hours, and panel wattage. Estimate total system cost, federal tax credit savings, payback period, and 25-year savings.

Inputs

$

Average peak sun hours in your area

%

Results

Panels Needed

20

System Size

8.0 kW

Net Cost (after credit)

$15,400

Payback Period

8.6 years

25-Year Savings

$29,600

After system cost

Cumulative Savings Over Time

Frequently Asked Questions

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