WattBuy’s Guide to

Solar Energy in
Etna

Pennsylvania

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The State of Solar in Etna

Here are a few numbers showing how popular solar energy is in Etna and how much solar energy potential there is on average.

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Houses with solar panels

(circa 2019)*

847 kWh

Average monthly energy use per household

5 kW

Average system size

454 kWh

Energy generated by average sized system

How much does solar cost in Etna?

Average solar panel installation

$25,070

Federal Incentives

$7,521

Total

$17,549

Average monthly bill without solar

$148

Average monthly bill with solar

$69

Solar will pay for itself in

10 years
Tax Credits Available

Free money (kind of)

The Inflation Reduction Act has made it easier and more affordable than ever to go solar, thanks to a 30% federal tax credit. This means that for every $10,000 you spend on solar panels, you can deduct $3,000 from your federal taxes.

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Net Metering Available

Get paid for the extra solar you produce

Net metering policies in Etna can help solar panel owners save money and reduce their carbon footprint. When your solar panels generate more electricity than you use, you can send the excess back to the grid and receive credit on your next bill. Just something to keep in mind when considering solar panels.

Solar Incentives in Etna

High Performance Building Incentives ProgramSee Details
High Performance Buildings Incentive ProgramSee Details
City of Philadelphia - Streamlined Solar Permitting and Fee ReductionSee Details
Solar Alternative Energy CreditsSee Details
City of Philadelphia - Solar Rebate ProgramSee Details

The Solar Process

Getting solar panels may seem complicated, but it doesn’t have to be. Here’s what you can expect.

1

Understand your energy needs

Take a closer look at your energy usage to determine how much solar power you'll require.

2

Get quotes and choose an installer

Reach out to multiple solar companies to gather quotes and select the one that best fits your needs and budget.

3

Design the system

Work with your chosen installer to design a solar system customized to your specific requirements and goals.

4

Obtain the necessary permit

Take care of the paperwork and permits required by local authorities before installing your solar panels.

5

Install solar panels

Let the professionals handle the installation of your solar panels and related equipment.

6

Inspection time

Have your newly installed solar system inspected to ensure it meets safety and quality standards.

7

Lights on!

Connect your solar system to the electrical grid and start generating clean, renewable energy for your home or business.

Solar Installers in Etna

Sunrun

sunrun.com

Coverage

AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, HI, IL, MA, MD, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, PA, PR, RI, SC, TX, VA, VT, WI

Freedom Forever

freedomforever.com

Coverage

AK, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DE, FL, GA, ID, IL, MA, MD, ME, NC, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, PA, RI, SC, TX, UT, VA, VT, WI

Trinity Solar

www.trinity-solar.com/locations-licenses

Coverage

CT, MA, MD, NJ, NY, PA, RI

Lumina Solar

luminasolar.com

Coverage

DC, MD, PA, VA

Belmont Solar

www.belmontsolar.com

Coverage

PA

Palmetto Solar

palmetto.com

Coverage

AZ, CA, CO, FL, GA, IL, MA, MD, MI, MO, NC, NJ, NV, OH, PA, RI, SC, TX, UT, VA

EMT Solar & Roofing

emtsolar.com

Coverage

NJ, PA

Exact Solar

exactsolar.com

Coverage

PA

Momentum Solar

www.momentumsolar.com

Coverage

AZ, CA, CT, FL, GA, MA, NJ, NV, NY, PA, TX

Solar Energy World

www.solarenergyworld.com

Coverage

DC, DE, FL, MD, NC, NJ, PA, SC AND VA

Solar States

www.solar-states.com

Coverage

PA

Solar SME

solarsme.com

Coverage

MD, PA, TX, VA

Tesla

tesla.com

Coverage

Nationwide

Green Power Energy

greenpowerenergy.com

Coverage

CT, NJ, PA, TX

Pennsylvania Solar Energy Co.

pennsolarenergy.com

Coverage

PA

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