{"id":665,"date":"2019-09-30T10:47:12","date_gmt":"2019-09-30T17:47:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/solarpowergenie.com\/?p=665"},"modified":"2023-02-10T01:29:48","modified_gmt":"2023-02-10T09:29:48","slug":"why-are-solar-panels-so-expensive","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/solarpowergenie.com\/why-are-solar-panels-so-expensive\/","title":{"rendered":"Why Are Solar Panels So Expensive?"},"content":{"rendered":"<style>img#mv-trellis-img-1::before{padding-top:66.69921875%; }img#mv-trellis-img-1{display:block;}<\/style>\n<p>Solar panels have seen an increase in\npopularity over the last decade. You may have spotted a few panels on the roofs\nof homes that you have driven by. It&rsquo;s the high-cost installation that removes\nit as viable options for most families. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Why are solar panels so expensive? <strong>The main material used in solar panels is\nSilicon. Even though this material is very common, the process it undergoes\nwill require a lot of energy. There are very few factories that work in\nrefining silicon in this way, which leaves a very limited supply available for\nthe consumers. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/solarpowergenie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/why-are-solar-panels-so-expensive-1024-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-672\" srcset=\"https:\/\/solarpowergenie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/why-are-solar-panels-so-expensive-1024-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/solarpowergenie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/why-are-solar-panels-so-expensive-1024-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/solarpowergenie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/why-are-solar-panels-so-expensive-1024-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/solarpowergenie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/why-are-solar-panels-so-expensive-1024.jpg 924w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 20px), 720px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"eager\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201024%20683'%3E%3Crect%20width='1024'%20height='683'%20style='fill:%23e3e3e3'\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-672 eager-load\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 20px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/solarpowergenie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/why-are-solar-panels-so-expensive-1024.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-1\" data-src=\"https:\/\/solarpowergenie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/why-are-solar-panels-so-expensive-1024-1024x683.jpg.webp\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/solarpowergenie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/why-are-solar-panels-so-expensive-1024-1024x683.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/solarpowergenie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/why-are-solar-panels-so-expensive-1024-300x200.jpg.webp 300w, https:\/\/solarpowergenie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/why-are-solar-panels-so-expensive-1024-768x512.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/solarpowergenie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/why-are-solar-panels-so-expensive-1024.jpg.webp 924w\" data-svg=\"1\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Many methods are being researched to help\nreplace Silicon in many items. With this, we would be able to cut the cost of\nthe panels themselves and making solar panels a more viable solution for\neveryone. Some states even allow the opportunity for you to get these installed\nas well as maintained for free. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Affects The Cost Of Solar\nPanels<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The cost of the solar panels aren&rsquo;t going to\nbe just by how many watts you need. But expect to pay heavily for each watt\nthat you need. Prices from $8-$10 a watt are very common and will quickly add\nup. If you are thinking about purchasing solar panels, then consult this list\nto understand where the money is coming from<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">It&rsquo;s In High Demand But Low Supply <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Like we stated\nearlier in this article, there aren&rsquo;t very many companies that are able to\nrefine the silicon like its needed. Because of this, they are able to charge a\npretty penny. This won&rsquo;t be a long time thing, as more and more people are\nunderstanding the benefits from solar panels<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Much Power Do You Need? <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Powering up a\nbigger home is not as easy or cheap as it is a smaller one. Your solar panel is\ngoing to be responsible for powering all of your basic amenities like ovens and\nrefrigerators. You may not be able to afford the entire setup and might still\nsee a check from your power company. The panels can help you cut these bills\nback overtime. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where Do You Live? <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Your solar panels\nare going to be able to generate a much greater amount of power if you live in\nan area that is consistently basking in the sun. Think places like Arizona to\nget a good idea. If you live in an area that sees constant rainfall, then you\nwill not have enough solar energy for your panels. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Avoid paying too heavily for your panels. Like\nmany other websites that compare ratings or things like hotels, you can find a\nfew of them dedicated to nabbing a few solar panels for a much cheaper price.\nThis is also made easier by many plans that companies give to their consumers,\nand there are even tax breaks involved if you throw up a few panels. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Much Does Solar Installation\nCost?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As of the time of writing, the national\naverage for a single watt is anywhere from $2.99 and up. That means for a\nsingle 6kilowatt system on your roof. You could be paying around $12,558 after\ntaxes. For a 10kilowatt system you&rsquo;ll be facing a heftier price tag since you\nare asking for a bigger system and in turn, more labor to get it set up. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You will have a tax program that can help you\ncut off 30% of the overall cost. This program is known as the ITC and uses its\ndeductions with the solar tax credit. This may not be the only aid you will see\nas many states and local governments will also offer you a rebate for the panel\nas an incentive to go green. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Prices Of Solar Panels By State<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p> Solar panels don&rsquo;t come with a fixed price, and you&rsquo;ll find that some states may charge more for them. The table below should give you a good idea on what each state is offering in terms of prices;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td>State<\/td><td>6 Kilowatt<\/td><td>10 Kilowatt<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Arizona<\/td><td>$11,466 &ndash; $14,238<\/td><td>$19,110 &ndash; $23,730<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Georgia<\/td><td>$11,508 &ndash; $12,852<\/td><td>$19,180 &ndash; $21,420<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Colorado<\/td><td>$11,970 &ndash; $14,490<\/td><td>$19,950 &ndash; $24,150<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Delaware<\/td><td>$11,802 &ndash; $12,810<\/td><td>$19,670 &ndash; $21,350<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>It should be noted that these prices are after\nthe 30% deduction. The main point of this table wasn&rsquo;t to show you just what\nstates offer the best price, but to show you that the average price for the\npanels is dropping each year, and with more people jumping on board, it will\ncontinue to do so. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Long Does It Take For Them To\nPay For Themselves?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are looking to have your solar panels\nsave you tons of money in just a few months, you won&rsquo;t see very much value in\nthem. These panels take anywhere between seven to twenty years to see you make savings\nfrom your local power company. Even with discounts from states that could see\nthe price be as long as $5,000 will still mean that it will take time to make\nany serious savings possible. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You do have the potential to save over $20,000\nafter twenty years, and the solar panels will only add more value to your home\nover time. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can I Install Them Myself?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>While you could potentially install the system\nyourself, it&rsquo;s much better to leave the wiring and metering to a trained\nprofessional. Hooking up a solar panel to an electrical grid is not a walk in\nthe park, and a single mistake could be fatal. There are many smaller versions\nof solar panels that have 120v&rsquo;s of power in them, which is around the average\nnumber for small household appliances, and do not require a professional to\ninstall them. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Are The Potential Dangers?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Installing solar panels can be a very\nhazardous job. Because of this, many installers are protected by many standards\nthat are enforced by OSHA. One of the more serious threats to installers can\ncome in the form of arc flashes that can severely burn them. Aside from this,\nthey are also susceptible to <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Falls<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Electrical Hazards<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Cold\/Heat Problems<\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>You can see why it is advised to leave the\nwork to the professionals if the section above didn&rsquo;t convince you well\nenough.&nbsp; <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Long Do Solar Panels Last?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Solar panels on average can last anywhere\nbetween 20-35 years. This means you aren&rsquo;t going to have to drop another\npayment in ten years when your panels don&rsquo;t work. That doesn&rsquo;t mean that the\npanel is going to stop working entirely, but that the amount of energy produced\nwill be below the industry standards. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If your panels are cleaned regularly from debris,\nor not physically damaged by them in any way, then they could last your for a\nfew decades before replacements even come to mind. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Fast Do They Degrade?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>According to the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.nrel.gov\/docs\/fy12osti\/51664.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">National Renewable <\/a><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" aria-label=\"Energy (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"http:\/\/www.nrel.gov\/docs\/fy12osti\/51664.pdf\" target=\"_blank\">Energy<\/a><a href=\"http:\/\/www.nrel.gov\/docs\/fy12osti\/51664.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"> Laboratory,<\/a> solar panels degrade at 0.8% each year. The rate is known as &ldquo;Solar Panel Degradation Rate&rdquo;. This isn&rsquo;t an industry standard as manufacturers like SunPower have panels that degrade at a rate of 0.3% each year, which doubles the life-time of the panel. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This means that over a two-year span your\npanel could be functioning 99.2% of its original output. At 30 years your panel\nwill be producing only 82.5% of its original power. Your panels will come with\nwarranties that will cover this topic in length and will even give you an\nestimation when the panels won&rsquo;t work as well. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These warranties will cover both equipments to help cover costs in case of accidents, and performance to ensure that your panel is producing the required amount. Your warranty will cover a 25-year period. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>See my &ldquo;<a href=\"https:\/\/solarpowergenie.com\/how-much-do-solar-panels-degrade-each-year\/\">How much to solar panels degrade each year<\/a>&rdquo; article for more information on this subject.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can You Make Them Last Longer?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Solar Panels are extremely durable, so don&rsquo;t\nexpect them to be as fragile as cardboard by any means. Many panels are tested\nfor high-wind conditions and even snow loads to make sure they are able to\nmaintain peak performance in many situations. Constant maintenance isn&rsquo;t even\nnecessary since they have no moving parts. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There aren&rsquo;t any crazy methods to keeping your\npanels going after its life-span. The more you clean it and make sure it&rsquo;s\nmaintained, the slower the degradation rate will be. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Often Should You Service Them?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Solar Panels aren&rsquo;t going to require your\nattention every week. As long as you clean off your panels every six months,\nthen they should continue producing as much power as they can. If you live in\nareas where it snows frequently, then you may find yourself up on the roof more\noften. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do Solar Panels Increase Home\nValue?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Solar panels can greatly increase the value of\nyour home. There are many things that can help factor in how much your home is\nworth after placing these on your roof, and they include<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The Location Of Your Home <\/strong>Even\nthough the prices of the solar panels may not vary so much from state to state,\nthe housing market they see can be extremely different. States that have active\nsolar markets (like New Jersey) will often see a huge increase in home value<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Big Is Your System? <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The more money you\nspend into your system then, the more you will get out of it in the long-run,\nthis goes double for the value of your home. Every dollar that you save in\nenergy can take on another twenty dollars in your homes overall value. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Much Is Your Home Worth? <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It&rsquo;s no surprise\nthat a bigger house is going to see a higher selling price. If you live on\ngolf-course property and tack on a few panels you can see huge returns that\ncould potentially pay off your next homes installation. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A medium-size home that has a 5kilowatt system\ncan see as much as $29,000 added on to their house value, and even help sell\nyour home up to 20% faster. Keep in mind that these are according to the\nhousing and utility rates as of writing. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Advantages Of Solar Panels<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Don&rsquo;t let the cost of the panels dissuade you\nfrom ever using them. There are many ways you can benefit from having a few\nsolar panels on your roof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">It&rsquo;s The Cleanest Version Of\nEnergy Around<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>We rely on fossil fuels to get the energy our\ncities need. When we burn them, they give off toxic chemical compounds such as\ncarbon dioxide and carbon monoxide. Over time this has lead to an increase in\ntemperature after the chemicals created a hole in the ozone layer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is partially why solar energy comes to\nthe minds of many when asking for a better resource for energy. It only takes\nin solar energy and doesn&rsquo;t rely on using any sort of fuel to power a mechanism\nto provide power. Its power source is virtually infinite, and since no-one on\nEarth owns the sun, it&rsquo;s also tax-free. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">It&rsquo;s Renewable<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Like we stated in the last point, the sun\nhelps give off an infinite amount of energy. That is unless you find yourself 5\nBillion years in the future, in which one of the last things you&rsquo;ll need is a\nsolar panel. These panels are fitted by photovoltaic cells, which is a\nspecialized device that converts visible light into power. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Variety Of Uses<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Solar panels are mostly shown powering up\nhomes and small sites. You may be surprised to learn that you can also use\nthese panels for help with<\/p><p>This article is owned by SolarPowerGenie.com and was first published on September 30, 2019<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Powering Vehicles<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Powering Airplanes<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Cooking<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Calculators<\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Helps The Wildlife<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>We leave a lot of animal species homeless\nwhenever we go after fossil fuels. The usage of them greatly damages the\nwild-life and the temperatures in every reason. You won&rsquo;t burn any toxic\nmaterials or harm any wildlife when you use a solar panel. This is because you\nare getting your energy directly from the Sun and allowing ecosystems to thrive\nagain. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Disadvantages To Solar Panels<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Solar panels can be effective for keeping your\nsavings in your pocket when it comes to long term usage. It isn&rsquo;t perfect, and\nit&rsquo;ll oftentimes come with disadvantages that you may think won&rsquo;t make it worth\nthe hassle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Low Efficiency<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Solar panels are only able to convert 15-22%\nof the solar energy they receive into electrical energy, which means in order\nto power your home you may need to cover a section of your roof with them. You\nmight find that it is impossible to not use the local power companies at some\npoint, but the solar panels can come back on the cost. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">&nbsp;Maintenance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Get rid to climb up on your roof for at least\nonce a year. You may not have to fix your panels as much as you would your car\nor washer, but you will have to make trips to the top of your roof to clean the\npanels off. Wind can kick up dust and debris that will prohibit your panel from\ngaining as much power as possible. You will also have to cut down limbs from\ntrees that provide shade on your roof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">It Depends On Sunlight<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This factor seems obvious, but how much\nsunlight it needs takes certain areas off the table completely. If you live in\nthe North, where it&rsquo;s colder and sees a high amount of rain, then solar panels\njust aren&rsquo;t viable. Take into account that it only converts a small amount of\nsolar energy, and you&rsquo;ll begin to see why much warmer climates are best. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">You&rsquo;ll Pay Upfront<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Remember that you are going to be paying\nanywhere from $3-$10 a watt, and ask yourself how many panels you&rsquo;ll need to\npower up your home. You can see why this would put a huge dent in your wallet\nfor the installation. Many companies do offer zero down payment plans that can\nlighten the stress on your wallet. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can I Get Solar Panels For Free?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It is not uncommon for someone to be able to\nget their hands on a system of solar panels for absolutely no cost. It sounds\nas if its something Billy Mays himself came up with, but it&rsquo;s the direct result\nof solar leases and power purchase agreements. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You are able to have the system installed, and\neven monitored by the company if you lease out the system over a set amount of\ntime. The typical timelines for this agreement ranges from 20-25 years and\nduring that time you are only paying half of your current utility bill\ndepending on where you live. This means the second its installed, you&rsquo;re saving\nmoney and keeping your charges low. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>How do they make back their money? They do\nthis by giving you incentives along with rebates and keeping their profits\nnon-existent when it comes to metering. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Does This Happen?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>\n\nIn many states, these power companies are faced with\nclean energy requirements that make them comply with clean air policies. This\nhas led many states to have what is known as a Renewable Portfolio Standard\n(RPS) which sets a certain amount of renewable energy that a power company must\nproduce in order to avoid paying fines. This leaves the company with a reason to\ninstall the solar panels for free, and promote renewable energy.\n\n\n\n<\/p><p>This article is owned by SolarPowerGenie.com and was first published on September 30, 2019<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\">\n\n\n\n<p>Title image by <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" aria-label=\"Greens MPs (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/greensmps\/9180614416\/in\/photolist-eZg3Ps-fjJuBv-azwfBS-6CohCH-6Wf4Gm-5npf3B-7nDRPn-613zyY-aDj4NV-avfzud-LnVAsj-7nHLu3-ynMyd-5cFzft-6CspHC-72rcKt-dFX4za-dFWPLV-dFWLQP-7nHLkN-dG3j5U-dFX3QH-9kMB4u-cuf3Ch-dFX2or-eKRT4e-dSrBtH-4kxd8b-dG3eJw-ae6EuR-e9cRYH-nwwfGj-bVmU7U-dFWVXr-ae6ETa-Q34YJJ-8yejhA-cuXE1S-8tkeUq-7Prth6-by2eTr-73M7QE-h7ZBSt-5jHFu8-bsHHoP-KQekN-73M7Vd-tp53B-3H2bbY-e2vhEZ\/\" target=\"_blank\">Greens MPs<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Related Articles<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/solarpowergenie.com\/how-much-do-solar-panels-degrade-each-year\/\">How Much Do Solar Panels Degrade Each Year?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/solarpowergenie.com\/can-you-mount-solar-panels-upside-down\/\">Can You Mount Solar Panels Upside Down?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/solarpowergenie.com\/should-solar-panels-be-covered-when-not-in-use\/\">Should solar panels be covered when not in use?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/solarpowergenie.com\/what-to-do-about-a-solar-battery-draining-fast\/\">What to Do About A Solar Battery Draining Fast<\/a><\/p><p>This article is owned by SolarPowerGenie.com and was first published on September 30, 2019<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/solarpowergenie.com\/9-common-problems-with-solar-pumps-with-fixes\/\">9 Common Problems with Solar Pumps &ndash; With Fixes<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Solar panels have seen an increase in popularity over the last decade. 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