Solar System Sizing Tool — Fresno, CA

Use our interactive tool to determine the right solar system size for your home in Fresno. Adjust your monthly electricity bill and home size to see a personalized recommendation based on local solar conditions.

Size Your Solar System

$

Local rate: 32¢/kWh

ft

Peak sun hours: 6h/day

4.2

System Size (kW)

11

Panels Needed

198

Roof Space (sq ft)

$11,956

Est. Cost

9,188

Annual kWh

100%

Energy Offset

Energy Offset100% of your usage covered by solar
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How We Calculate Your System Size

Your recommended solar system size is based on several factors specific to Fresno, CA:

  • Electricity usage: Your monthly bill is converted to annual kWh consumption using the local rate of 32¢/kWh.
  • Solar irradiance: Fresno receives an average of 6 peak sun hours per day, which determines how much energy each panel produces.
  • Panel specifications: We use 400W panels, each requiring approximately 18 sq ft of roof space, which is standard for modern residential installations.
  • Roof space: The total roof area needed depends on the number of panels. The average home in Fresno is 1,650 sq ft.

Solar at a Glance: Fresno, CA

32¢

Avg Rate / kWh

6h

Peak Sun Hours / Day

4.2 kW

Avg Recommended Size

11

Avg Panels Needed

$11,956

Est. Cost (before incentives)

Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E)

Utility Provider

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