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How Much Solar Power Do I Need For A $800 Electric Bill?

Solar Power Estimate

This is a solar power estimate* based on a $800 monthly electric bill. A 20 kW or 20,000 watt solar panel system should offset most, if not all, of your energy use.
Results will vary based on your actual energy use, location and other installation factors.

Solar Panel Kits

Your Solar Savings
See how much you could save with home solar panels.

Other benefits of solar power
Increase your home value
Clean, healthy, renewable energy

$249,342 over 25 years
$8,640 per year
$720 per month

$47.088
PRICELESS

ASSUMPTIONS
Your current electricity cost
Solar panels have a 25 year warranty, so we use 25 year costs for comparison

$327,915 over 25 years
$9.600 per year
$800 per month

Your Solar Panel System
Produce enough power to offset your $800 monthly electric bill. 1 kW = 1 kilowatt or 1,000 watts; kWh = kilowatt hours

20 kW Solar Kit
6,670 kWh AC per month

Your Solar Cost
Your cost includes system design, permits, solar panels, solar inverter, rooftop racking, all hardware components, installation and warranty, minus a 30% Federal energy tax credit. (Sticker price: $65,400)

$45,781

Your New Utility Cost
What you could pay for electricity after installing solar panels

$32,791 over 25 years
$960 per year
$80 per month

Don't want to spend that much? Buy half the size to offset 50% of your electric bill. We have hundreds of solar kits to meet your goals. Scroll down to see more solar kits.

Since your monthly electric bill is $800, you should first be as energy efficient as possible before going solar. Make sure your HVAC, air-conditioning and major appliances are efficient Energy Star rated. You might also install a solar attic fan to reduce your heating and cooling costs. We have some great prices on quality solar attic fans.

*Note: These are current solar price estimates as of February 2012, amounts may vary based on your location and installation factors. The 25 year utility cost includes a conservative 2.5% annual electricity price inflation rate. Inflation may vary by utility. According to the Department of Energy, the national average for annual electric utility price inflation is 4%, while some states are as high as 7% or 8% annual inflation. The estimated kWh produced per month includes 230 watt or 250 watt solar panels and 5 sun hours per day. Results may vary based on location and installation factors. How much solar power do you need for a $800 electric bill?

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Home Solar 10000W Canadian solar panels, Enphase M215 Inverters, racking

Home Solar Kit 10kW, AUO Panel, micro-inverter

Solon Solar 8kW Grid Tie System

Usually Ships in 2 to 3 Weeks
Our Price: $25,000.00
You save $11,999.00!

Usually Ships in 2 to 3 Weeks
Our Price: $27,960.00
You save $4,000.00!

Usually Ships in 1 to 2 Weeks
Our Price: $34,499.00
You save $6,700.00!

Designed for home solar, this complete solar power system produces 10,000 watts grid-tie with forty 250 watt Canadian Solar panels CS6P-250P, Enphase M215 micro Inverters and EZ rack mounting. This pre-engineered Canadian solar kit has every component needed to get the job done easily - and save a bundle. This kit includes Canadian solar panels with 25 year warranty, grid-ready AC micro-inverters, rooftop mounting racks, wiring and hardware. Make your own energy with DIY solar and save BIG! Home Solar Kit 10kW, AUO Solar Panel, forty 250 watt DC, PM250PA0, integrated AC micro-inverters. Attractive black frame and black panel. Racking not included. AUO AC Unison is a new breakthrough in solar photovoltaic (PV) technology. AUO combines its premium PV solar panel with reliable micro-inverter technology to maximize PV benefits for solar installers, home and business owners. The integrated micro-inverter converts module DC power to grid compliant AC power at each solar panel. This increases system performance by up to 25%, reduces shading losses, and makes solar panels safer to install and own. AUO AC Unison solar panels are installed, monitored, and maintained with ease. All AUO PV products are manufactured under AUOs strict quality control standards. AUO AC Unison is designed for 25 years of efficient production. All AUO solar panels come with a 10 year product warranty and 25 year performance warranty. Every component needed for a successful solar installation is included in this package that produces 8.28kW with thirty-six, 230 watt Solon solar panels, Fronius inverter, SolarMount racks and all hardware and electrical components. Qualifies for 30% Federal energy tax credit and state solar rebates, where applicable.

Sharp 8kW Grid Tie System SMA

Solon Solar 10kW Grid Tie System

Home Solar 20kW Canadian solar panels, Enphase M215 Inverters, racks

Usually Ships in 1 to 2 Weeks
Our Price: $36,900.00
You save $8,600.00!

Usually Ships in 1 to 2 Weeks
Our Price: $44,999.00
You save $8,000.00!

Usually Ships in 2 to 3 Weeks
Our Price: $47,760.00
You save $12,239.00!

Every component needed for a successful solar installation is included in this package that produces 8,280 watts with 36 - 230W Sharp solar panels, SMA Sunny Boy inverter, mounting racks and all hardware and electrical components. Qualifies for 30% Federal Energy Tax Credit and state and utility rebates. Every component needed for a successful solar installation is included in this package that produces 10 kW with forty-four, 230 watt Solon solar panels, Fronius inverters, SolarMount racks and all hardware and electrical components. Includes complete documentation, an installation guide and operation/owner's manual. Qualifies for 30% Federal energy tax credit and state solar rebates, where applicable. Designed for home solar, this complete solar power system produces 20 kW or 20,000 watts grid-tie with eighty 250 watt Canadian Solar panels CS6P-250P, Enphase M215 micro Inverters and EZ rack mounting. This pre-engineered Canadian solar kit has every component needed to get the job done easily - and save a bundle. This kit includes Canadian solar panels with 25 year warranty, grid-ready AC micro-inverters, rooftop mounting racks, wiring and hardware. Make your own energy with DIY solar and save BIG!

Sharp 12kW Grid Tie System SMA

Solon Solar 12kW Grid Tie System

Home Solar 22500W Canadian solar panels, Enphase M215 Inverters, racks

Usually Ships in 1 to 2 Weeks
Our Price: $52,999.00
You save $11,000.00!

Usually Ships in 1 to 2 Weeks
Our Price: $52,999.00
You save $10,801.00!

Usually Ships in 2 to 3 Weeks
Our Price: $53,100.00
You save $11,899.00!

Every component needed for a successful solar installation is included in this package that produces 11,960 watts (12 kW) with fifty-two (52) - 230W Sharp solar panels, SMA Sunny Boy inverters, mounting racks and all hardware and electrical components. Includes complete documentation, an installation guide and operation/owner's manual. Qualifies for 30% Federal Energy Tax Credit and state and utility rebates. Every component needed for a successful solar installation is included in this package that produces 12 kW with fifty-two, 230 watt Solon solar panels, Fronius inverters, SolarMount racks and all hardware and electrical components. Includes complete documentation, an installation guide and operation/owner's manual. Qualifies for 30% Federal energy tax credit and state solar rebates, where applicable. Designed for home solar, this complete solar power system produces 22.5 kW or 22,500 watts grid-tie with ninety 250 watt Canadian Solar panels CS6P-250P, Enphase M215 micro Inverters and EZ rack mounting. This pre-engineered Canadian solar kit has every component needed to get the job done easily - and save a bundle. This kit includes Canadian solar panels with 25 year warranty, grid-ready AC micro-inverters, rooftop mounting racks, wiring and hardware. Make your own energy with DIY solar and save BIG!

Home Solar 25kW Canadian solar panels, Enphase M215 Inverters, racks

Solar Kit 21kW, Sanyo 225, Fronius, racks

Usually Ships in 2 to 3 Weeks
Our Price: $58,300.00
You save $11,699.00!

Usually Ships in 2 to 3 Weeks
Our Price: $83,585.00
You save $36,414.00!

Designed for home solar, this complete solar power system produces 25 kW or 25,000 watts grid-tie with one hundred 250 watt Canadian Solar panels CS6P-250P, Enphase M215 micro Inverters and EZ rack mounting. This pre-engineered Canadian solar kit has every component needed to get the job done easily - and save a bundle. This kit includes Canadian solar panels with 25 year warranty, grid-ready AC micro-inverters, rooftop mounting racks, wiring and hardware. Make your own energy with DIY solar and save BIG! Designed for home solar, this complete solar power system produces 21,600 watts or 21.6kW grid-tie with ninety-six 225 watt Sanyo solar panels HIT-N225A01, Fronius IG+ 7.5 inverters and Unirac SolarMount. This pre-engineered Sanyo solar kit has every component needed to get the job done easily - and save a bundle. This kit includes Sanyo solar panels with 25 year warranty, grid-ready AC Inverter, rooftop mounting racks, wiring, hardware, step-by-step instructions and permit-ready documentation. Make your own energy with DIY solar and save BIG!