How This Tool Works
Our Solar Power Calculator provides a detailed estimation of your home's potential solar energy yield. It doesn't just look at panel wattage; it considers the complex variables that affect real-world performance.
To get an accurate calculation, you will need to input specific details about your property and energy usage. Key inputs include:
- Roof Orientation and Pitch: The direction (azimuth) and angle of your roof significantly impact sunlight exposure throughout the day.
- Average Daily Consumption (kWh): Knowing how much energy you use (e.g., 30 kWh per day) determines the required system size.
- Local Sunlight Data: We factor in your geographic location's historical solar irradiance data to predict peak performance.
By running these inputs, the calculator models how panels of different sizes (e.g., 3kW vs 6kW) will meet or exceed your energy needs.