Solar Price List

Solar guides

250 guides on solar costs, equipment, off-grid systems and incentives in every state.
  1. October 7, 2026 · 9 min read20 kW Solar System: Cost, Output & Payback by State 2026A 20 kW solar system costs $50,000–$70,000 installed, or $35,000–$49,000 after the 30% federal ITC. See 2026 production, payback, and inverter options by state.
  2. October 6, 2026 · 9 min read15 kW Solar System: Cost, Output & Payback by State 2026What does a 15 kW solar system cost in 2026? Full breakdown: $37,500–$52,500 installed ($26,250–$36,750 after 30% ITC), annual output by state, and 15-state payback table.
  3. October 5, 2026 · 9 min readSolar Panel Output by State 2026: Annual Production Data for All 50 StatesHow much electricity do solar panels produce in your state? Complete 50-state annual output data: kWh per kW (specific yield), peak sun hours, and production benchmarks for every U.S. state.
  4. October 4, 2026 · 16 min read5 kW Solar System Guide 2026: Cost, Output & Payback5 kW solar system cost in 2026: $12,500–$17,500 installed, $8,750–$12,250 after the 30% ITC. Annual output by city, payback by state, and panel count explained.
  5. October 3, 2026 · 12 min read12 kW Solar System: Complete Cost, Output & Payback Guide 2026Average 12 kW solar system costs $30,000–$42,000 installed; $21,000–$29,400 after the 30% ITC. Produces 14,000–21,000 kWh/year. Full breakdown by state.
  6. October 2, 2026 · 8 min read6 kW Solar System: Cost, Output & Payback by State 20266 kW solar system cost in 2026: $15,000–$21,000 installed, $10,500–$14,700 after the 30% ITC. See annual output by city, payback by state, and how to verify your quote.
  7. October 2, 2026 · 8 min read8 kW Solar System: Cost, Output & Payback by State 2026What does an 8 kW solar system cost in 2026? $20,000–$28,000 installed, $14,000–$19,600 after the 30% ITC. Annual output, payback by state, and how to verify your installer's quote.
  8. October 1, 2026 · 11 min read10 kW Solar System: Complete Cost, Output & Payback Guide 2026Average 10 kW solar system costs $25,000–$35,000 installed; $17,500–$24,500 after the 30% ITC. Produces 12,000–17,000 kWh/year. Full breakdown by state.
  9. October 1, 2026 · 11 min readSolar Energy News October 2026: Industry Updates & Key DevelopmentsOctober 2026 solar news: record 17 GW annual pace confirmed, battery attach rate hits 40%, IRS Energy Community map expansion, LFP price milestone, ITC December deadline, and essential Q4 buyer action items.
  10. September 30, 2026 · 11 min readSolar Energy for Pool Owners 2026: Pump Savings + Heat Pump GuidePool pumps use 2,000–5,000 kWh/year — solar can eliminate 80%+ of that cost. Add a heat pump pool heater and claim the 30% ITC on both. FL, TX, AZ, CA guide included.
  11. September 30, 2026 · 7 min readSolar Panel Savings Calculator 2026: How Much Will Solar Save You?Use our free solar savings calculator to estimate your monthly bill reduction by state. Average U.S. savings: $100–$150/month. High-rate states reach $250–$500/month.
  12. September 29, 2026 · 24 min readBest Home Battery Storage 2026: All 6 Systems Compared — Payback, Cost & BackupSide-by-side comparison: Tesla Powerwall 3, Enphase IQ 5P, Franklin aGate, Generac PWRcell XR, Sungrow SBR. Updated October 2026 with state-by-state payback data and VPP earnings.
  13. September 29, 2026 · 11 min readSolar Panel Production Estimates 2026: Spot Inflated kWh PromisesIs your installer's kWh estimate accurate or inflated? Verify with PVWatts, weather-adjusted specific yield, and production guarantee standards before you sign.
  14. September 27, 2026 · 15 min readCan Solar Panels Power a Whole House? 2026 Complete AnswerYes — solar panels can power a whole house in 2026. Learn how many panels you need, what it costs, whether you need battery storage, and when grid-tied vs. off-grid makes sense. All 50 states covered.
  15. September 24, 2026 · 10 min readHow Much Does Solar Save on Electric Bill 2026Solar saves the average U.S. homeowner $1,200–$1,500/year on electricity bills. See monthly savings by state, home size, and electricity rate — with a step-by-step formula to estimate your personal savings.
  16. September 24, 2026 · 9 min readSolar Panels for a 1-Bedroom Home 2026: Sizing, Cost & Best OptionsHow many solar panels for a 1-bedroom home? 4–9 panels, $3,500–$8,100 after the 30% ITC. Covers condos, tiny homes, ADUs, and community solar alternatives.
  17. September 24, 2026 · 10 min readSolar Panels for a 5-Bedroom Home 2026: Sizing, Cost & Full Savings GuideHow many solar panels for a 5-bedroom home? 35–55 panels, $28,000–$43,000 after the 30% ITC. Covers large estates, full electrification, pool+EV loads, and real payback math.
  18. September 23, 2026 · 9 min readSolar Panels for a 2-Bedroom Home 2026: Size, Cost & SavingsHow many solar panels does a 2-bedroom home need? Quick answer: 7–14 panels ($6,000–$12,600 after ITC). Complete guide with state costs, payback periods, and sizing formula for condos, starter homes, and ADUs.
  19. September 23, 2026 · 10 min readSolar Panels for a 3-Bedroom Home 2026: Sizing & Cost GuideHow many solar panels does a 3-bedroom house need? 12–24 panels depending on energy use and location. Full cost breakdown, state savings, and payback period.
  20. September 23, 2026 · 10 min readSolar Panels for a 4-Bedroom Home 2026: Size, Cost & SavingsHow many solar panels does a 4-bedroom home need? Quick answer: 20–35 panels ($15,750–$27,300 after ITC). Complete guide with home-size sizing tables, EV and pool loads, service panel requirements, and state costs.
  21. September 22, 2026 · 12 min readSolar Panels for a 1,000 sq ft Home 2026: How Many & What It CostsA 1,000 sq ft home typically needs 8–12 solar panels (3–5 kW). Get exact panel counts, installed costs by state, small-home sizing tips, and ADU/condo solar guidance — updated for 2026 prices.
  22. September 22, 2026 · 11 min readSolar Panels for a 2,500 sq ft Home 2026: How Many & What It CostsA 2,500 sq ft home typically needs 18–28 solar panels (9–11 kW). Get exact panel counts, installed costs by state, and sizing tables — updated for 2026 prices and the 30% federal tax credit.
  23. September 22, 2026 · 13 min readSolar Panels for a 4,000 sq ft Home 2026: How Many & What It CostsA 4,000 sq ft home typically needs 28–45 solar panels (14–18 kW). Get exact panel counts for large homes with pool, EVs, and multiple HVAC zones — plus installed costs by state and 2026 incentives.
  24. September 21, 2026 · 9 min readSolar Panels for a 1,500 sq ft Home 2026: How Many & What It CostsA 1,500 sq ft home typically needs 13–18 solar panels (5–7 kW). Get exact panel counts, installed costs by state, and sizing tables — updated for 2026 prices and the 30% federal tax credit.