Is there a limit to the amount of solar panels a house can have in Lincoln?

As a general rule, unless there are local limitations, the main limitations to the amount of solar panels you can put on your roof are the available space on your roof, your electricity usage, your providers net metering rules, and the limitations of your house hold electrical system.

How much to install solar panels in Lincoln?

Based on our research the average price per installed watt is $0 in Lincoln. This means for a 10kW system you can expect to pay $0 though pricing can vary significantly between installers based on the projects requirements.

How much do solar panels add to house value in Lincoln?

Based on a Zillow research study from 2019, home with solar panels sell for roughly 4.1% more.

What direction should solar panels face in Lincoln?

To generate the most power, solar panels in the United States should face true south as this generally results in the solar panels receiving the most light each day throughout the course of the year. That said, given that energy prices are often variable throughout the day, your installer may recommend you rotate your panels slightly so that the panels will receive more light at the end of the day when energy prices can be more expensive. That said, for most consumers the positioning of solar panels is highly dependent on your home's roof.

How many solar panel installers in Lincoln?

Based on our continuously updated database of solar installers, we have found 10 verified solar install companies in Lincoln

Solar Energy in Lincoln

Solar Rates, Incentives, Plans & Statistics

Going solar in Lincoln, NE

In Lincoln, an average home needs a 7kW solar system in order cover most of their electricity needs. Given the average residential price-per-watt of $0 in Lincoln, a 7kW system can cost around $0 depending on applicable rebates and other factors.

Average out-of-pocket cost for a 5 kW system The upfront amount spent to buy and install solar.

Lincoln: $0US Average: $18,172

Average Payback Period The number of years until you break even on the solar investment.

Lincoln: 0 yearsUS Average: 11 years

Average Net 20-year savings The total amount of money saved over 20 years minus the out-of-pocket cost.

Lincoln: $20,673US Average: $14,836

Solar Potential in Lincoln

Estimated system size and solar electricity production per median viable roof in
Lincoln.

Roof size 715sq. ft.

Capacity 10kW DC

Electricity 12.8kkWh AC per yr.

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Compare solar panels by system size in Lincoln

Get the most value out of your roof by comparing the different benefits a given system size has.

System Size 3kW

Roof Size Min. space required

215 ft²

Electricity Value Annual Production $459 a year

Est. Price

Savings from a 3kWthis system

Est. yearly production 4,539 kWh
Est. monthly savings $38
Full payback in 0 years

Environmental Impacts

Reduces CO2 emissions by 3.03 tons a year
Equivalent to planting 139 trees a year
Equivalent to driving 7,505 mi less a year

System Size 4kW

Roof Size Min. space required

286 ft²

Electricity Value Annual Production $612 a year

Est. Price

Savings from a 4kWthis system

Est. yearly production 6,052 kWh
Est. monthly savings $51
Full payback in 0 years

Environmental Impacts

Reduces CO2 emissions by 4.04 tons a year
Equivalent to planting 186 trees a year
Equivalent to driving 10,006 mi less a year

System Size 5kW

Roof Size Min. space required

358 ft²

Electricity Value Annual Production $765 a year

Est. Price

Savings from a 5kWthis system

Est. yearly production 7,564 kWh
Est. monthly savings $64
Full payback in 0 years

Environmental Impacts

Reduces CO2 emissions by 5.05 tons a year
Equivalent to planting 232 trees a year
Equivalent to driving 12,508 mi less a year

System Size 6kW

Roof Size Min. space required

429 ft²

Electricity Value Annual Production $918 a year

Est. Price

Savings from a 6kWthis system

Est. yearly production 9,077 kWh
Est. monthly savings $76
Full payback in 0 years

Environmental Impacts

Reduces CO2 emissions by 6.06 tons a year
Equivalent to planting 279 trees a year
Equivalent to driving 15,009 mi less a year

System Size 7kW

Roof Size Min. space required

501 ft²

Electricity Value Annual Production $1,071 a year

Est. Price

Savings from a 7kWthis system

Est. yearly production 10,590 kWh
Est. monthly savings $86
Full payback in 0 years

Environmental Impacts

Reduces CO2 emissions by 6.82 tons a year
Equivalent to planting 313 trees a year
Equivalent to driving 16,881 mi less a year

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Lincoln solar incentives, tax credit, and rebates

Lincoln has 2 rebates and tax credits that you may be eligable for. Visit the official links for more details to see if you apply.

Sales and Use Tax Exemption for Renewable Energy Property

Value:Varies

By an act of the Nebraska legislature, equipment used in the direct generation of energy from a renewable source may be eligible for state sales/use tax refunds. Refunds include 1.5% of local sales tax paid. Equipment should be located on property valued at a minimum of $30 million; alternatively, the total value of the equipment itself should total at least $20 million. A copy of the original statute is available from the Nebraska legislative website.

Dollar and Energy Savings Loans

Value:Varies

Since 1990, certain oil revenues in Nebraska have funded energy efficiency financing, known as "Dollar and Energy Savings Loans", for homes and businesses. Projects qualifying for a D&ES loan include new solar PV/water heating, wind turbines, and fuel cells. Other projects may qualify on a case-by-case basis as determined by a program representative. Most banking institutions in the state are able to service D&ES loans. The maximum APR is 5%, though no interest will be charged on at least 50% of the principal. The maximum repayment period depends on the specific projects being funded. Additional information is available through the Nebraska Energy Office website.

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Frequently Asked Questions

As a general rule, unless there are local limitations, the main limitations to the amount of solar panels you can put on your roof are the available space on your roof, your electricity usage, your providers net metering rules, and the limitations of your house hold electrical system.
Based on our research the average price per installed watt is $0 in Lincoln. This means for a 10kW system you can expect to pay $0 though pricing can vary significantly between installers based on the projects requirements.
Based on a Zillow research study from 2019, home with solar panels sell for roughly 4.1% more.
To generate the most power, solar panels in the United States should face true south as this generally results in the solar panels receiving the most light each day throughout the course of the year. That said, given that energy prices are often variable throughout the day, your installer may recommend you rotate your panels slightly so that the panels will receive more light at the end of the day when energy prices can be more expensive. That said, for most consumers the positioning of solar panels is highly dependent on your home's roof.
Based on our continuously updated database of solar installers, we have found 10 verified solar install companies in Lincoln