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How many resident solar panels does the typical house need?
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“On average, a typical household in the United States consumes about 11,000 kWh of electricity per year.”
The number of solar panels needed to power a house depends on several factors, such as the size of the house, the amount of energy consumption, and the efficiency of the solar panels.
On average, a typical household in the United States consumes about 11,000 kWh of electricity per year. To calculate the number of solar panels required, you can use the following formula:
(Number of panels) x (Panel Wattage) x (Peak Sun Hours per Day) = Daily Watt-hours
(Daily Watt-hours) / (1000) = Daily Kilowatt-hours
(Daily Kilowatt-hours) x (30 days) = Monthly Kilowatt-hours
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To estimate the number of panels, you will need to divide the monthly Kilowatt-hours by the output of each panel.
For example, let's say you have a 5kW solar panel system with 20 panels that produce 250 watts each. If your area gets about 5 peak sun hours per day, you would need 16 to 20 panels to generate enough electricity to cover the average household energy consumption.
However, it's essential to consult with a professional solar panel installer to determine the exact number of panels required to power your house efficiently.
