If you’re thinking about a solar panel installation for your San Antonio, TX, home, your first question is probably about cost. Solar panel installation is one of the only home upgrades that will pay for itself over time, but it does require an upfront investment.
Keep reading to learn more about what impacts the cost of solar panels in San Antonio and how much you can expect to pay for a home solar installation.
Solar energy systems aren’t one-size-fits-all. Every system we install is tailored to the homeowner’s needs, goals, and budget, which means price points can vary. Here are some of the factors that will impact your solar panel costs.
System Size
The amount of electricity you use determines how many solar panels you need (your system’s size), which impacts cost. System size is by far the most important factor when considering solar panel costs.
Solar Panel Quality
There are many types of solar panels on the market, and their quality varies. Durability, wattage, and efficiency will all impact quality and cost. Solar panels with a higher wattage and efficiency rating will produce more power, which makes them more expensive to install but also more cost-effective in the long run.
Solar Batteries
Solar batteries allow you to use solar power 24/7 and give you a backup power source during a blackout. They are typically the most expensive component of a home solar installation, but with extreme weather and power outages becoming the norm here in Texas, the extra cost is more than worth it for many homeowners.
Installation
Labor costs, permitting fees, and grid interconnection costs will all impact your total solar installation costs. It might be tempting to avoid labor costs by installing a DIY solar system, but unless you have extensive electrical and contracting experience, DIY solar installation can be extremely dangerous.
Tax Credits & Incentives
Solar incentives are designed to make solar installation more affordable and can reduce your solar costs significantly. The federal solar tax credit is the best solar incentive available to San Antonio homeowners in 2023. The solar tax credit reduces what you owe in federal taxes by 30% of your solar installation costs for the year you install your system. It effectively saves you 30% on your solar costs.
The average cost for a 5 kW solar panel system in 2023 is around $13,000 before the 30% federal solar tax credit. For a 10 kW system, you can expect to pay closer to $26,000 pre-tax credit.
However, these numbers and others you may find online are only estimates. They do not take your actual energy usage into account and should only be used to get a general idea of how much solar panels cost in Texas. An experienced San Antonio solar installer will be able to provide an accurate solar cost estimate based on your specific needs and preferences.
Texas Engineered Solar is a local, veteran-owned solar company in San Antonio, TX with many years of experience installing solar systems in Texas. We offer a wide range of options and design custom solar panel systems tailored to your needs. We have excellent financing options available and can help you go solar for zero dollars down!
The first step is a free home assessment and estimate. We provide fair pricing and honest estimates with no pressure so you can make the best decision for your home.
