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Solar in Iowa
Indiana receives a fair amount of sunshine each year, with an annual average of 186 sunny days.* Though the state is below the national sunny day average of 205 days, its national solar ranking improved from 32nd place in 2020 to 20th place in 2021 due to a $1.2 billion investment in solar energy.*
Solar potential in Iowa?
Iowa has a good solar potential. The state receives an average of 4.7 hours of sunshine per day, and the average annual solar irradiance is 4.5 kWh/m2. This means that solar panels in Iowa can generate a significant amount of electricity.
In the first quarter of 2021, Iowa had 6,692 solar installations that produced 423.7 MW—enough to power 54,792 homes. The SEIA expects the state’s solar production to grow by 728 MW over the next five years.*
Cost of solar in Iowa?
The cost of a home solar system can vary, even in the same state, due to a range of factors. These include:
Roof angle and size
Permit costs
Installer rates
Quality of solar panels
Weather
Property electricity requirements
To help you understand the price of going solar in your area, we’ve analyzed SunPower price quotes, as well as quotes gathered by third-party sources for thousands of homeowners across the country. In Iowa, we found that the average investment to own a 5 kW solar system ranges from $12,300 to $17,850, or in other words from $2.46 to $3.57 per watt. And that’s before considering the benefits of any available tax credits or incentives.
Solar panel prices in Iowa have dropped by 43% over the past five years,* making now a great time to go solar. You could further reduce the cost of going solar by taking advantage of these incentives:*
Advantages?
Lower electricity bills: Solar panels can generate electricity for your home, which can help you save money on your electricity bills. The average Iowa homeowner can save up to $15,000 on their electricity bills over the lifetime of their solar system.
Increased home value: Solar panels can add value to your home, making it more attractive to potential buyers. Studies have shown that homes with solar panels sell for an average of $10,000 more than homes without solar panels.
Reduced carbon footprint: Solar power is a clean, renewable source of energy that can help you reduce your carbon footprint and contribute to a healthier environment. Solar panels produce no emissions, which can help improve air quality and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Energy independence: Solar panels can help you become more energy independent and less reliant on the grid. This can be a valuable asset in the event of a power outage.
Iowa’s abundant sunlight makes it ideal for home and business owners that want to switch to clean energy. Using clean energy reduces CO2 emissions, which means that solar power users are contributing to reversing climate change.
Besides altruistic benefits, going solar has financial benefits. Relying on electricity from the grid costs more than solar power. By switching to solar today, you can save $11,000 to $15,000 over the next 20 years. Over the next 12 to 16 years, the money you could save would cover the installation costs.*
Lastly, adding solar panels to your Iowa property could increase its value by thousands of dollars. Thanks to Iowa’s exemption laws, you would not need to pay property taxes on the added value for five years.
Disadvantages?
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Shade: Solar panels need direct sunlight to generate electricity. If your home is in a shady area, or things are covering your panels you may not be able to generate as much electricity with solar panels.
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Weather: Some Solar panels can be damaged by hail, snow, and strong winds. However, our solar panels are designed to withstand these conditions and even extreme weather conditions like hurricanes, tornado, and blizzards.
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Panels aesthetic: Our solar panels are different. They are all black, sleek, and thin. They have a more modern look. Some people find solar panels on homes unattractive and if your feel like that we also offer Ground mount installations. It’s a great option if you have open land that receives good sunlight.
Iowa state policies?
Here are some of the state policies on residential solar in Iowa:
Net metering: Net metering is a billing arrangement that allows solar customers to receive credit on their electric bills for the excess electricity they generate and send back to the grid.
Property tax exemptions: Iowa offers property tax exemptions for solar panels. This can save homeowners money on their property taxes.
Utility company incentives: Some utility companies in Iowa offer incentives for homeowners who install solar panels. These incentives can include discounts on your electricity bill or payments for excess electricity that you generate.
Maintaining solar panels?
Solar panels are relatively low-maintenance. However, you should have them cleaned every few years to remove dirt, dust, and debris. You can clean your solar panels yourself, or you can hire a professional to do it for you.
What's the best way to go solar?
Are you interested in going solar in Arizona? If so, we can help!
Before going solar, be sure to keep in mind factors that will affect the output of clean energy to your home. For instance, South-facing roofs generate the most energy, followed by west-facing roofs. North-facing roofs generate the least amount of energy. We look into multiple aspects to make sure you have the most effective setup such as roof orientation, roof pitch, shade, and weather.
We offer a free virtual consultation and savings report to help you determine if solar is right for you. We will also help you access solar incentives and rebates to reduce the cost of installation.
Freedom Forever solar panels system is Top-Tier and backed by a 25-year full system production guarantee. We also offer a satisfaction guarantee, so you can be sure that you are making the right decision and test it out stress free.
If you are interested in learning more about solar power in Arizona, please contact us today for a free virtual consultation.
We look forward to helping you make the switch to solar!
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