How to buy a solar system without getting ripped off:
The typical cost for a solar system installation is $1.00/watt to $1.50/watt. When shopping for a system or for home solar panel kits, get the price of every item and a separate quote for the system installation. The difference between bids may shock you.
Habitat-Verde has a selection of pre-designed Solar Powered Systems. We have Grid-Tie Systems with or without battery backup, as well as complete off-grid solar panel systems! Habitat-Verde can also custom design solar panel systems.
You need to know the watt usage for every appliance in your house. The following chart can help give you an idea of how many watts each appliance uses. But please call our office to get a more accurate estimate.
1. Refrigerator: Whirlpool 18.3 cu.ft. Approx. $700.00 = 1060 WattHrs/Day = 2 X 110 W Panels
2. Wall Air Conditioner: Kenmore 8000 BTU Approx. $370.00 = 2270 WattHrs/Day = 3 X 200 Watt Panels
3. Computer Monitor: Sony 46” LCD Approx. $1330.00 =1016 WattHrs/Day = 1 X 205 Watt Panel
4. Home Theater: LG 5.1 Ch Approx. $480.00 = 780 WattHrs/Day = 1 X 200 Watt Panel
5. Washing Machine: Whirlpool 4.0 cu.ft. Approx. $630.00 = 370.5 WattHrs/Day = 1 X 80 Watt Panel
6. Electric Induction: Kenmore Elite 30in Approx. $1479.00 = 656 WattHrs/Day = 1 X 135 Watt Panel
7. Dishwasher: Whirlpool Approx. $450.00 = 857.5 WattHrs/Day = 1 X 200 Watt Panel
8. Ceiling Fan: Westinghouse Silverdale Approx. $202.00 = 187 WattHrs/Day = 1 X 60 Watt Panel
9. Bulbs: GE CFL 13 Watt, 24 Bulbs Approx. $60.72= 936 Watt/Day = 1 X 200 Watt Panel
10. Well Pump: Craftsman Professional 1/2 hp Shallow Well Approx. $210.00=520 WattHrs/day = 1 X 110 Watt Panel
11. Microwave: Best Buy LG 1.1 cu.ft. Approx. $50.00 = 329 WattHrs/Day = 1 X 70 Watt Panel