At Sunbridge Solar, we pride ourselves on being the premier solar panel installation contractor in Southwest Washington. Although aptly named for its beautiful wooded setting, Woodland is still an excellent place to invest in solar energy, especially considering its warm and dry summers. Let’s look at some specifics for solar energy in Woodland, WA.
How Much Energy Does a Solar Panel Produce?
The amount of energy produced by a solar panel depends on the wattage rating of the panel as well as the real-world conditions in which it’s operating. Most residential solar panels are rated to produce between 250 and 400 watts, but that rating refers to the maximum amount the panel can produce in absolutely perfect conditions. Since conditions are never completely optimal, you can realistically expect your panels to produce about 90% of their rating at best.
To put this into perspective, let’s look at a sample situation: the average American household uses about 890 kilowatt-hours per month, and the standard residential solar energy system size is 5 kilowatts (equal to 5,000 watts). This means that the average home solar energy system will contain between 12 and 20 panels, take up roughly 400 square feet of roof space, and produce between 350 and 850 kilowatt-hours of power per month, depending on factors like weather, time of year, and so forth.
Is Solar Worth It in Woodland, WA?
Solar can certainly be worth it in Woodland, especially when you consider how much solar equipment prices have fallen in the last 10 years and how many more solar incentives have been introduced recently. These two factors have significantly reduced the upfront cost of going solar, and you can expect to drastically reduce your monthly energy bill, increase the value of your home, and reduce your carbon footprint. To get a quick estimate, we recommend using our solar calculator:
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Available Woodland, WA Solar Incentives
Here are some of the most significant solar incentives for Woodland residents:
- Federal Investment Tax Credit for Solar – This federal solar incentive allows homeowners to deduct 26% of the total cost of installing a new solar energy system from their federal tax liability amount. This incentive was recently renewed, although it will likely eventually be phased out so it’s best to take advantage of this incentive soon.
- Washington Solar Sales Tax Exemption – This state incentive exempts homeowners from paying any state or local sales and use taxes on any solar equipment for systems smaller than 100 kW in size.Â
- Net Energy Metering – Net metering is a solar incentive program that allows you to sell excess energy that your solar energy system produces to your utility company. You will be compensated with credits on your utility account which will be applied against your monthly bill or rolled over to subsequent months when applicable. Your utility company will install a special two-way meter that measures both the flow of energy from the grid to your home and from your solar energy system to the grid, and then you will either pay the difference or be credited for the difference as appropriate. This system essentially allows you to bank energy in the grid for later use as well.
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Why Choose Sunbridge Solar?
At Sunbridge Solar, we let our customer reviews speak for themselves – we treat our customers with respect, provide excellent customer service, and use only the best products, and these facts shine through in the words of our satisfied customers. We do everything in our power to ensure that every customer experience is a positive one.
Additionally, as a local Woodland, WA solar company, we are familiar with the local regulations and permitting processes, and with the regional weather and environmental conditions that apply to Southwest Washington. For instance, we know that wind from the coast can carry salty ocean air, which can corrode certain types of solar mounting hardware, so we use special gear that won’t corrode. We are also intimately familiar with the long summer days and short, often gloomy winter days, so we know how to size solar energy systems for the best possible energy production all year round.
Request Your Free Solar Energy Audit
We know that choosing to add solar energy to your home is a big investment, so we offer free solar energy audits to help you make an informed decision about whether solar energy is right for you. We will look at your specific location, energy consumption, and solar potential to determine whether solar energy is practical and what size of system would be best. Contact us at Sunbridge Solar today to get started!
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