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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