Solar panels Pennsylvania

Despite its history of producing nuclear and coal energy, Pennsylvania may not seem like an ideal solar state due to its recent expansion of fracking natural gas. However, with the state’s incentives for solar, going solar in this state is a better and better idea than ever before.

Solar panels for sale in Pennsylvania

Solar panels in Pennsylvania are reliable and cost-efficient energy generators for your home, business, RV or a boat. They work as long as there is daylight, aren’t afraid of winds, hail, snow or rain, and last for over 25 years.

The average size of a home PV installation in the US is 5-6 kW. A system of this capacity covers 80-100% energy needs of a medium house. Its cost may vary from $5,000 to $10,000, depending on the panels’ brand and incentives available. Since a solar system powers your appliances during the day, your energy bills reduce greatly. Overall, a PV installation brings in around $100 each month on average and thus pays for itself in 6-7 years. 

Solar energy is a great solution for boondockers and sailors as well. Since panels work everywhere, don’t need fuel, don’t smell and are silent, they start to replace gas generators, which traditionally were used to charge house batteries. Sometimes even one panel is enough for everything you have on your boat or RV. Generally, panels go on a trailer roof, and when it comes to marine installation, modules are fixed on a stern rail, deck or canvas. 

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Solar inverters for sale in Pennsylvania

Inverter is another necessary component of a solar panel system. The panels by nature produce direct current which can’t be used by most house appliances. That’s why an inverter converts DC to AC and sends it either into the grid or to your appliances.

Another functions that inverter perform include:

• Interaction with the grid;
• Arc fault prevention and protection;
• Optimization of the solar array production;
• System monitoring. 

Inverters can be grid-tied, off-grid or hybrid. While the names of the first two are self-explanatory, a hybrid inverter can be used both as a grid-tie or an off-grid one. In other words, you can pair it with a battery, and if a blackout happens, the inverter switches your house to battery support instead of shutting down.

Inverter is the most complicated part of a solar installation and it requires proper maintenance. For Pennsylvania residents, it is recommended to put an inverter in a cold dry place out of direct sunlight — the garage is the best option. To prolong its lifespan, wipe the dust off of it, clean air intake filters and check the screen for errors. 

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OutBack Inverter 50A GS8048A-01

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SMA Sunny Boy Inverter 5kw SB-5.0-1SP-US-41

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SolarEdge Inverter 5Kw SE5000H-US

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Should I buy or lease my solar panels?

Although leasing and buying solar panels have their own benefits, it’s generally cheaper to buy solar panels instead of leasing them. With federal tax credits and other financial incentives, it’s also more cost-effective to buy. In addition, adding solar panels can increase your home’s resale value by about $15,000.

If the initial cost is too high, leasing solar panels is a good option. It allows people who are interested in green energy to make solar energy more affordable.

Another option is community solar, which is a type of shared solar program that split the cost of the system between the participants. This eliminates the need for maintenance and allows people to benefit from the energy produced by the system.

The history of solar power in Pennsylvania

Over the years, Pennsylvania has been heavily invested in solar power. In the 1990s, it enacted a wide range of policies related to the renewable energy industry, such as its electricity restructuring law.

Today, Pennsylvania is one of the top 20 states in terms of solar power production. It’s also a major contributor to the state’s economy, as more than 400 solar companies provide thousands of jobs.

Over the past five years, the number of solar installations in Pennsylvania has increased significantly. The state is expected to be one of the top five solar-growing states in the next five years.