How much does a 3.5kW Solar System cost?

The cost of 3.5kW solar power systems varies. On the lower end, you might expect to get Chinese inverters such as Sungrow, Growatt, JFY, Goodwe etc. and Chinese (lower-tier) panels such as Hannover, Munsterland, ZN Shine etc. You might expect to pay $4,000.00 for such a system.

Do I need a 3.5kW Solar System?

Whether or not you need a 3.5kW solar system will depend on many things. If you are a Residential customer and you use between 13.3kWhs and 21.1kWhs then a 3.5kW solar system could be a good choice to help reduce power bill costs.

How long does a 3KW Solar System take to pay for itself?

Based on our estimated savings of $700 per year, a 3kW solar panel system that costs you $9,000 upfront would take roughly 12.8 years to pay for itself. However, if you were to apply the federal tax credit of 30% and lower your upfront costs to $6,300, the same solar array could pay for itself in about nine years.

Can a 3KW Solar System power a home?

(In other words, don’t expect a 3kW solar system to power an average American home’s lights, electronics and appliances.) Most solar energy companies will tell you that 3 kW of power isn't enough to cover all your electricity use, but adding a 3kW solar system to your roof or backyard can still help you lower your utility bills.

How many kWh can a 3KW Solar System produce?

For example, according to the Global Solar Atlas, a 3kW system could potentially produce roughly 12 kilowatt-hours (kWh) of solar power per day (about 4,300 kWh per year) near Minneapolis and St. Paul, Minnesota. Down south in sunny Albuquerque, New Mexico, however, a 3kW system could produce nearly 16 kWh daily (about 5,700 kWh per year).

Can a 3KW solar system save you money?

The electric bill savings from a 3kW solar system varies widely from state to state. This is because your power bill savings depend on how much energy is produced and how much electricity costs. For example, if your 3kW solar system generates 415 kWh a month in Florida, it will save you about $46 per month.