Solar Installation Pricing

At Black Hills Solar, we're committed to helping you make informed decisions tailored to your needs. For further guidance, dive into our Pricing page or click "Get Started."

Comparing Solar Power Systems

Price-Per-Watt: This metric divides the total installed price (excluding battery components) by the system's total power rating in watts. For instance, installing a 6,000-watt (6 kW) solar power system for $15,000 equates to $2.50 per watt. This method offers a straightforward way to gauge and compare the costs of solar installations, primarily from an energy investment perspective.

Price-Per-Panel: Particularly useful for estimating the cost of expanding your solar array, the price-per-panel method helps estimate the investment required for additional panels. Our rooftop solar installations typically cost between $800 and $1,000 per solar panel for grid-tie only. When paired with a Tesla Powerwall, solar panels add $500 to $600 each.

Factors Influencing Pricing

Several elements affect the final price of a solar power system:

• Equipment Selection: Microinverters and other module-level power electronics incur additional material and installation costs compared to string inverters, and the latest, highest-efficiency solar panels cost more per watt.

• Battery Systems: Battery systems add to equipment costs and sometimes require significant electrical work for integration, and sometimes no extra work. Getting a battery system upfront is also more cost-effective than adding one later on.

• Roof Type: Complex solar panel layouts, second-story rooftops, steep roofs (9:12 and steeper), and certain roofing types (i.e., tile) may require extra labor, parts, and/or mechanical lifts for installation and maintenance.

• Ground Mounts: Ground-based solar arrays incur higher material and installation costs than roof-mounted systems, though they often deliver superior performance.

• Electrical Work: Breaker panel locations and wire lengths needed affect material and installation costs. Service panel upgrades, when necessary, add to the cost.

• Economy of Scale: Larger solar panel installations tend to lower the price per panel because fixed costs, such as wiring, do not increase significantly with scale.
  

Making Solar Work for You

At Black Hills Solar, we believe in a future where solar energy is accessible and affordable for everyone. Whether you're considering adding solar panels to your rooftop or integrating a state-of-the-art battery system, our team is here to guide you through every step of the process. Visit our Pricing page or click "Get Started" for further information.