Solar System Sizing Tool — Bellevue, WA
Use our interactive tool to determine the right solar system size for your home in Bellevue. Adjust your monthly electricity bill and home size to see a personalized recommendation based on local solar conditions.
Size Your Solar System
$
Local rate: 13¢/kWh
ft
Peak sun hours: 3.3h/day
10.3
System Size (kW)
26
Panels Needed
468
Roof Space (sq ft)
$29,486
Est. Cost
12,462
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 Bellevue, WA:
- Electricity usage: Your monthly bill is converted to annual kWh consumption using the local rate of 13¢/kWh.
- Solar irradiance: Bellevue receives an average of 3.3 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 Bellevue is 2,100 sq ft.
Solar at a Glance: Bellevue, WA
13¢
Avg Rate / kWh
3.3h
Peak Sun Hours / Day
10.3 kW
Avg Recommended Size
26
Avg Panels Needed
$29,486
Est. Cost (before incentives)
Puget Sound Energy (PSE)
Utility Provider
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