Solar System Sizing Tool — Smyrna, DE
Use our interactive tool to determine the right solar system size for your home in Smyrna. Adjust your monthly electricity bill and home size to see a personalized recommendation based on local solar conditions.
Size Your Solar System
$
Local rate: 15.5¢/kWh
ft
Peak sun hours: 4.5h/day
6.4
System Size (kW)
16
Panels Needed
288
Roof Space (sq ft)
$18,135
Est. Cost
10,452
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 Smyrna, DE:
- Electricity usage: Your monthly bill is converted to annual kWh consumption using the local rate of 15.5¢/kWh.
- Solar irradiance: Smyrna receives an average of 4.5 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 Smyrna is 1,800 sq ft.
Solar at a Glance: Smyrna, DE
15.5¢
Avg Rate / kWh
4.5h
Peak Sun Hours / Day
6.4 kW
Avg Recommended Size
16
Avg Panels Needed
$18,135
Est. Cost (before incentives)
Delmarva Power
Utility Provider
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