If you’ve decided to switch to solar power, You can consider a single question to determine the scope of your solar system. How much solar energy do I require? The answer to this question involves reflection on your ultimate goal, such as minimizing environmental pollution, maximizing savings on money, maximizing the return on investment (ROI), or jumping on the bandwagon of your neighbors.
HOW MUCH POWER DOES YOUR HOME CURRENTLY USE?
The first step to determine the amount of solar panels you need for your home is to determine the number of Kilowatt Hours (kWhs) you consume. A kWh measures the energy you use over time that utilities use to calculate your bill. A six- to twelve-month average of your household’s electric bill is suggested to establish a reasonable range. This is known as the “Kilowatt Hours (kWh) Used” section of the account will be broken down into hourly and daily usage.
Case Example
A homeowner’s bill for electricity could state that a medium-sized residence consumes 4,800 kWh per year. It is possible to use the kWh figure to calculate your monthly total (4,800 kWh per twelve months) and a weekly mean of 13.15 kWh (4,800 kWh for 365 days for the annual statement). This can be multiplied by the number of hours to calculate the electricity used during the week.
Using this method allows you to figure out the energy you consume and plan the amount you need for solar panels to generate hourly. There is no one to blame when calculating this. 8MSolar’s experts in power will be on hand throughout the process to ensure absolute accuracy and maximum efficiency.
HOW MANY SOLAR PANELS DO YOU NEED TO POWER YOUR HOME?
Like weighing the numerous aspects when purchasing your first house, considering the most critical factors in estimating the number of solar panels that will power your home will benefit you with satisfaction and more money in your pockets. The potential shade coverage is essential to consider because the sun’s rays generate solar energy and direct sunlight hours. These are the factors we consider when creating the system.
Hours of Sunlight Exposure
The number of hours of direct sunlight you can anticipate for your home is vital to know how much power your solar panels will generate. If you reside in a very sunny area, like Scottsdale, Arizona, you will likely see higher energy output per panel than in a room with clouds, like Washington. Analyzing your best sunlight hours can help us estimate the number of solar panels you require to maximize your savings based on your typical use.
Case Example
If you take the above example to serve as a model for your home, you’ll need 13.15 kWh per day for a house that uses 4,800 kWh per year to meet energy requirements. The house is located in New Mexico and receives around six hours of sunlight daily. Divide the energy consumption of an hour by the peak hours of daylight to determine the amount of energy your solar system needs to produce each day to meet the current energy consumption.
Begin by converting the average hourly consumption from kWh into watts by adding 13.15 thousand W. Then convert 13,150 watts needed each day by the 6 hours of sunlight at peak. Based on the solar energy, this house’s solar panels are located in New Mexico and will need 2,192 W.
HOW MANY SOLAR PANELS DO YOU NEED TO MAXIMIZE SPACE
After we’ve established the amount of power we’ll need to output, we’ll begin to design your solar system to boost your return on investment and maximize your aesthetic appeal and sunlight availability for the solar panel model.
Angle and Size of Roof
In simple terms, it is that there aren’t all roofs made equally. If your roof’s shape is different or small, look at the dimensions and angles of the top when determining the size of solar panels needed to produce the required output. Roofs with much usable space may require sacrificing effectiveness by utilizing more extensive and efficient panels to attain the required energy.
Sure, homeowners do not have enough roof space or shade to keep the solar panels they have in mind. If you don’t have enough room for your roof, you should consider high-efficiency panels that enable you to create the highest energy from your space and save cash.
The angle at which the roof slopes is crucial in determining the amount of sunlight reaching the panels and how much energy could be generated from each meeting. We’ll assist you in choosing the best combination of sessions that will work depending on the dimension and angle of the roof to achieve the best value for your money and increase curb appeal.