WattBuy’s Guide to

Solar Energy in
Idaho

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The State of Solar in Idaho

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

529

Houses with solar panels

(circa 2019)*

915 kWh

Average monthly energy use per household

12 kW

Average system size

1,299 kWh

Energy generated by average sized system

How much does solar cost in Idaho?

Average solar panel installation

$21,707

Federal Incentives

$6,512

Total

$15,195

Average monthly bill without solar

$96

Average monthly bill with solar

$0

Solar will pay for itself in

14 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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Solar Incentives in Idaho

Residential Alternative Energy Tax Deduction
Low-Interest Energy Loan ProgramsSee 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.

This takes 16 days on average.

5

Install solar panels

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

This takes 11 days on average.

6

Inspection time

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

This takes 7 days on average.

7

Lights on!

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

This takes 4 days on average.

Solar Installers in Idaho

Tesla

tesla.com

Coverage

Nationwide

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

Solgen Power

solgenpower.com

Coverage

AZ, ID, KY, OH, OR, TX, WA

EGT Solar

egtsolar.com

Coverage

ID

Learn About Solar in These Idaho Cities

AmmonBoiseCaldwellChubbuckCoeur d'AleneDalton GardensEagleFernan Lake VillageFilerFort HallGarden CityHauserHaydenHayden LakeHuetterIdaho FallsIonaKimberlyKunaLewistonMeridianMiddletonNampaPocatelloPost FallsRathdrumStarState LineTwin Falls

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*Source: Project Sunroof